A cylinder
(a)
The total drag force
Answer to Problem 17.1PP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Diameter, d =
Velocity, v =
Length, l =
Formula used:
v is velocity
A is area
d is diameter
Calculation:
For water
Conclusion:
The total drag force on a cylinder when moving through water is calculated as
(b)
The total drag force
Answer to Problem 17.1PP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Diameter, d =
Velocity, v =
Length, l =
Formula used:
v is velocity
A is area
d is diameter
Calculation:
For air,
Conclusion:
The total drag force on a cylinder when moving through water is calculated as
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