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The Reynolds Number using Chord Length is a dimensionless quantity that helps predict flow patterns in fluid dynamics, particularly for hypersonic flow over flat plates. Check FAQs
Rec=ρeueLChordμe
Rec - Reynolds Number using Chord Length?ρe - Static Density?ue - Static Velocity?LChord - Chord Length?μe - Static Viscosity?

Reynolds Number for Chord Length Example

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Here is how the Reynolds Number for Chord Length equation looks like with Values.

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Here is how the Reynolds Number for Chord Length equation looks like.

2000.0001Edit=118Edit8.8Edit2.1572Edit11.2Edit
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Reynolds Number for Chord Length Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Rec=ρeueLChordμe
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Rec=118kg/m³8.8m/s2.1572m11.2P
Next Step Convert Units
Rec=118kg/m³8.8m/s2.1572m1.12Pa*s
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Rec=1188.82.15721.12
Next Step Evaluate
Rec=2000.00012142857
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Rec=2000.0001

Reynolds Number for Chord Length Formula Elements

Variables
Reynolds Number using Chord Length
The Reynolds Number using Chord Length is a dimensionless quantity that helps predict flow patterns in fluid dynamics, particularly for hypersonic flow over flat plates.
Symbol: Rec
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Static Density
The Static Density is the mass per unit volume of a fluid at a specified reference temperature, crucial for understanding fluid behavior in hypersonic flow applications.
Symbol: ρe
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Static Velocity
The Static Velocity is the velocity of a fluid relative to a stationary observer, crucial for analyzing flow characteristics in hypersonic and viscous flow scenarios.
Symbol: ue
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Chord Length
The Chord Length is the straight-line distance between two points on a curve, often used to analyze the shape and aerodynamic properties of objects in fluid dynamics.
Symbol: LChord
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Static Viscosity
The Static Viscosity is a measure of a fluid's resistance to flow under constant temperature conditions, important for understanding fluid behavior in various applications.
Symbol: μe
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: P
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Reynolds Number using Chord Length

​Go Reynolds Number for Chord Length using Overall Skin-Friction Drag Coefficient
Rec=(1.328CD,f)2

Other formulas in Reference Temperature Method category

​Go Local Reynolds Number
Rel=(1.328Cf)2
​Go Static Density of Plate using Chord Length for Flat Plate Case
ρe=RecμeueLChord
​Go Static Velocity of Plate using Chord Length for Flat Plate Case
ue=RecμeρeLChord
​Go Chord Length for Flat Plate Case
LChord=Recμeueρe

How to Evaluate Reynolds Number for Chord Length?

Reynolds Number for Chord Length evaluator uses Reynolds Number using Chord Length = Static Density*Static Velocity*Chord Length/Static Viscosity to evaluate the Reynolds Number using Chord Length, Reynolds Number for Chord Length formula is defined as a dimensionless value that characterizes the nature of fluid flow, specifically in a flat plate for viscous flow case, providing a measure of the ratio of inertial forces to viscous forces. It is an essential parameter in fluid dynamics, helping to predict flow patterns and behavior. Reynolds Number using Chord Length is denoted by Rec symbol.

How to evaluate Reynolds Number for Chord Length using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Reynolds Number for Chord Length, enter Static Density e), Static Velocity (ue), Chord Length (LChord) & Static Viscosity (μe) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Reynolds Number for Chord Length

What is the formula to find Reynolds Number for Chord Length?
The formula of Reynolds Number for Chord Length is expressed as Reynolds Number using Chord Length = Static Density*Static Velocity*Chord Length/Static Viscosity. Here is an example- 2596 = 118*8.8*2.157165/1.12.
How to calculate Reynolds Number for Chord Length?
With Static Density e), Static Velocity (ue), Chord Length (LChord) & Static Viscosity (μe) we can find Reynolds Number for Chord Length using the formula - Reynolds Number using Chord Length = Static Density*Static Velocity*Chord Length/Static Viscosity.
What are the other ways to Calculate Reynolds Number using Chord Length?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Reynolds Number using Chord Length-
  • Reynolds Number using Chord Length=(1.328/Overall Skin-friction Drag Coefficient)^2OpenImg
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