GATE AE 2014 • Q37 NAT • 2 Marks

Aerospace Structures

Structural Mechanics

Subtopic: Thin-Walled Shells & Buckling

Question Statement:

Two overflowing water reservoirs are connected with a100m long pipe of circular cross-section (of radius, R = 0.02m), such that height difference h remains constant as shown in the figure below. The centerline velocity in the pipe is 10m/s. The velocity profile inside the pipe over the entire length is uu = - RR2 4𝜇𝜇 dddd dd xx �1 - 𝜋𝜋2 RR2�, where, dddd dd xx is a constant pressure gradient along the pipe length, x is measured from theleft end of the pipe along its central axis and r is radial location inside the pipe with respect to its axis.(Given data: Density and kinematic viscosity of water are 1000kg/m3 and 1x10-6m2/srespectively; acceleration due to gravity is 10m/s2). If all other losses except the frictional losses at the pipe wall are neglected, the value of h in meter is ____. AE 7/11 AE (GATE 2014) - AE

Official Answer Key:

0.0

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE AE 2014 Q.37)** **1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Domain**: This question pertains to **Structural Mechanics** under *Aerospace Structures* (2 Marks, NAT). **2. Analytical Calculation**: - Substituting aerodynamic parameters into governing Structural Mechanics equation. **3. Final Answer**: Acceptable official numerical value is **0.0**.

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