stigate and report on the Direct Impact of a Jet of fluid on a series of flat plates (blades) mounted on the periphery of a large wheel. The plates are radially mounted over the wheel. The wheel is supported over a shaft, with a suitable bearing which ensures the easy rotation of the wheel. It is expected that the jet of fluid while moving at a given velocity V will strike the plate in succession causing the wheel to rotate. The velocity v of the jet after striking the wheel equals the velocity of the plates at the impact point. 1. Sketch the fluid mechanic system to specification 2. Based on the given specifications, propose the appropriate equations which may be used to

Investigate and report on the Direct Impact of a Jet of fluid on a series of flat plates (blades) mounted
on the periphery of a large wheel. The plates are radially mounted over the wheel. The wheel is
supported over a shaft, with a suitable bearing which ensures the easy rotation of the wheel. It is
expected that the jet of fluid while moving at a given velocity V will strike the plate in succession
causing the wheel to rotate.
The velocity v of the jet after striking the wheel equals the velocity of the plates at the impact point.

1. Sketch the fluid mechanic system to specification
2. Based on the given specifications, propose the appropriate equations which may be used to
compute the following parameters of the system: a)The force exerted by the jet on the wheel.
b)The work done per second-i.e. the output power, c)The Energy supplied by the jet per second-i.e.
the input power, d) the hydraulic efficiency of the system.
3. Highlight potential risks with respect to the use of the wheel to generate electricity, and propose
management and contingency plans to be implemented by the appropriate personnel.