A 1:7 scale model simulates the operation of a large turbine that is to generate 200 kW with a flow rate of 1.5 m3/s. What flow rate should be used in the model, and what power output is expected? (a) Water at the same temperature is used in both model and prototype. (b) The model water is at 25°C and the prototype water is at 10°C.

A 1:7 scale model simulates the operation of a large turbine that is to generate 200 kW with a flow rate of 1.5 m3/s. What flow rate should be used in the model, and what power output is expected? (a) Water at the same temperature is used in both model and prototype. (b) The model water is at 25°C and the prototype water is at 10°C.

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8th Edition

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Author:Kreith, Frank; Manglik, Raj M.

Publisher:Kreith, Frank; Manglik, Raj M.

Chapter5: Analysis Of Convection Heat Transfer

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