Theory and Design for Mechanical Measurements
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ISBN: 9781118881279
Author: Richard S. Figliola, Donald E. Beasley
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 10, Problem 10.24P
Estimate the error contribution to the uncertainty in flow rate due to the effect of the relative humidity of air on air density. Consider the case of using an orifice plate to meter air flow if the relative humidity of the 70 °F air can vary from 10% to 80% but a density equivalent to 45% relative humidity is used in the computations.
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