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The Stream Function is defined as the quantity of fluid moving across some convenient imaginary line. Check FAQs
ψ=(Ua'sin(∠A))+(q2π∠A)
ψ - Stream Function?U - Uniform Flow Velocity?a' - Distance From End A?∠A - Angle A?q - Strength of Source?π - Archimedes' constant?

Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow Example

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Here is how the Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow equation looks like with Values.

Here is how the Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow equation looks like with Units.

Here is how the Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow equation looks like.

0.8244Edit=(9Edit0.5Editsin(179Edit))+(1.5Edit23.1416179Edit)
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Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
ψ=(Ua'sin(∠A))+(q2π∠A)
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
ψ=(9m/s0.5msin(179°))+(1.5m²/s2π179°)
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
ψ=(9m/s0.5msin(179°))+(1.5m²/s23.1416179°)
Next Step Convert Units
ψ=(9m/s0.5msin(3.1241rad))+(1.5m²/s23.14163.1241rad)
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
ψ=(90.5sin(3.1241))+(1.523.14163.1241)
Next Step Evaluate
ψ=0.824369162303623m²/s
LAST Step Rounding Answer
ψ=0.8244m²/s

Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow Formula Elements

Variables
Constants
Functions
Stream Function
The Stream Function is defined as the quantity of fluid moving across some convenient imaginary line.
Symbol: ψ
Measurement: Velocity PotentialUnit: m²/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Uniform Flow Velocity
The Uniform flow velocity is considered in flow past a half body.
Symbol: U
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Distance From End A
Distance from end A is the distance of the concentrated load from end A.
Symbol: a'
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Angle A
The Angle A the space between two intersecting lines or surfaces at or close to the point where they meet.
Symbol: ∠A
Measurement: AngleUnit: °
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Strength of Source
The Strength of source, q is defined as the volume flow rate per unit depth of the fluid.
Symbol: q
Measurement: Kinematic ViscosityUnit: m²/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288
sin
Sine is a trigonometric function that describes the ratio of the length of the opposite side of a right triangle to the length of the hypotenuse.
Syntax: sin(Angle)

Other Formulas to find Stream Function

​Go Stream function at point
ψ=-(µ2π)(y(x2)+(y2))
​Go Stream function in sink flow for angle
ψ=q2π∠A

Other formulas in Incompressible Flow Characteristics category

​Go Radial velocity at any radius
Vr=q2πr1
​Go Strength of source for radial velocity and at any radius
q=Vr2πr1
​Go Radius at any point considering radial velocity
r1=q2πVr
​Go Strength of doublet for stream function
µ=-ψ2π((x2)+(y2))y

How to Evaluate Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow?

Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow evaluator uses Stream Function = (Uniform Flow Velocity*Distance From End A*sin(Angle A))+(Strength of Source/(2*pi)*Angle A) to evaluate the Stream Function, The Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow formula is known from the relation of stream function due to uniform flow and stream function due to source considering angle 'θ' and distance from an end at P(x,y) as 'r' in the polar coordinates. Stream Function is denoted by ψ symbol.

How to evaluate Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow, enter Uniform Flow Velocity (U), Distance From End A (a'), Angle A (∠A) & Strength of Source (q) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow

What is the formula to find Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow?
The formula of Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow is expressed as Stream Function = (Uniform Flow Velocity*Distance From End A*sin(Angle A))+(Strength of Source/(2*pi)*Angle A). Here is an example- 0.824369 = (9*0.5*sin(3.12413936106926))+(1.5/(2*pi)*3.12413936106926).
How to calculate Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow?
With Uniform Flow Velocity (U), Distance From End A (a'), Angle A (∠A) & Strength of Source (q) we can find Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow using the formula - Stream Function = (Uniform Flow Velocity*Distance From End A*sin(Angle A))+(Strength of Source/(2*pi)*Angle A). This formula also uses Archimedes' constant and Sine (sin) function(s).
What are the other ways to Calculate Stream Function?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Stream Function-
  • Stream Function=-(Strength of Doublet/(2*pi))*(Length Y/((Length X^2)+(Length Y^2)))OpenImg
  • Stream Function=Strength of Source/(2*pi)*Angle AOpenImg
Can the Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow be negative?
Yes, the Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow, measured in Velocity Potential can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow?
Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow is usually measured using the Square Meter per Second[m²/s] for Velocity Potential. are the few other units in which Stream Function at Point in Combined Flow can be measured.
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