Modelling Fluids

Synopsis

Examines flow problems in laboratory models and practical situations, including the wash produced by a boat on a canal, and a tidal wave in a harbour. Discusses the value of models and analyses their limitations in terms of wavelengths and surface tension effects. When looking at ocean waves, the effect of gravity also needs to be considered. Models shown include a 1/90th scale model of Douglas Harbour built at the Hydraulics Research Station in Wallingford.

Series

Introduction to Thermofluid Mechanics, Course T236

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.

Year of production

1993

Availability

Sale; 1999 sale: £85.00 (+VAT +p&p)

Subjects

Physics

Keywords

flow; fluid mechanics; mechanics; waves

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web

http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

+44 (0) 1908 274066

Address

Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA

Notes

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