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Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness is the thickness of a hydrodynamic boundary at a distance of X. Check FAQs
𝛿hx=0.381xL(Re-0.2)
𝛿hx - Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness?xL - Distance from Leading Edge?Re - Reynolds Number?

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2.6011Edit=0.38137.5Edit(5000Edit-0.2)
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
𝛿hx=0.381xL(Re-0.2)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
𝛿hx=0.38137.5m(5000-0.2)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
𝛿hx=0.38137.5(5000-0.2)
Next Step Evaluate
𝛿hx=2.60113110507351m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
𝛿hx=2.6011m

Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X Formula Elements

Variables
Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness
Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness is the thickness of a hydrodynamic boundary at a distance of X.
Symbol: 𝛿hx
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Distance from Leading Edge
The Distance from leading edge is known from the relation of drag force on a plate due to boundary layer.
Symbol: xL
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Reynolds Number
The Reynolds number is the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces within a fluid which is subjected to relative internal movement due to different fluid velocities.
Symbol: Re
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness

​Go Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness given displacement thickness
𝛿hx=8𝛿dx
​Go Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X given momentum thickness
𝛿hx=(727)θx

Other formulas in Turbulent Flow category

​Go Displacement thickness at X
𝛿dx=𝛿hx8
​Go Nusselt number at distance x from leading edge
Nux=0.0296(Rex0.8)(Pr0.33)
​Go Momentum thickness at X
θx=(772)𝛿hx
​Go Average Nusselt number upto length L given Reynolds number
NuavgL=0.037(Re0.8)(Pr0.33)

How to Evaluate Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X?

Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X evaluator uses Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness = 0.381*Distance from Leading Edge*(Reynolds Number^(-0.2)) to evaluate the Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness, Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X formula is defined as the thickness of the layer of fluid closest to the surface of a flat plate where the flow velocity is zero, which is a critical parameter in understanding the flow behavior and heat transfer in various engineering applications. Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness is denoted by 𝛿hx symbol.

How to evaluate Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X, enter Distance from Leading Edge (xL) & Reynolds Number (Re) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X

What is the formula to find Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X?
The formula of Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X is expressed as Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness = 0.381*Distance from Leading Edge*(Reynolds Number^(-0.2)). Here is an example- 26.01131 = 0.381*37.5*(5000^(-0.2)).
How to calculate Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X?
With Distance from Leading Edge (xL) & Reynolds Number (Re) we can find Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X using the formula - Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness = 0.381*Distance from Leading Edge*(Reynolds Number^(-0.2)).
What are the other ways to Calculate Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness-
  • Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness=8*Displacement Thickness at XOpenImg
  • Hydrodynamic Boundary Layer Thickness=(72/7)*Momentum Thickness at XOpenImg
Can the Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X be negative?
Yes, the Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X, measured in Length can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X?
Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Hydrodynamic boundary layer thickness at X can be measured.
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