Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model Formula

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Viscous Force is force due to viscosity. Check FAQs
Fv=FiμviscosityρfluidVfL
Fv - Viscous Force?Fi - Inertia Forces?μviscosity - Dynamic Viscosity?ρfluid - Density of Fluid?Vf - Velocity of Fluid?L - Characteristic length?

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0.0505Edit=3.636Edit10.2Edit1.225Edit20Edit3Edit
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Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Fv=FiμviscosityρfluidVfL
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Fv=3.636kN10.2P1.225kg/m³20m/s3m
Next Step Convert Units
Fv=3636N1.02Pa*s1.225kg/m³20m/s3m
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Fv=36361.021.225203
Next Step Evaluate
Fv=50.4587755102041N
Next Step Convert to Output's Unit
Fv=0.0504587755102041kN
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Fv=0.0505kN

Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model Formula Elements

Variables
Viscous Force
Viscous Force is force due to viscosity.
Symbol: Fv
Measurement: ForceUnit: kN
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Inertia Forces
Inertia Forces are the forces that keep fluid moving against viscous [ viscosity] forces.
Symbol: Fi
Measurement: ForceUnit: kN
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Dynamic Viscosity
The Dynamic Viscosity of a fluid is the measure of its resistance to flow when an external force is applied.
Symbol: μviscosity
Measurement: Dynamic ViscosityUnit: P
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Density of Fluid
Density of Fluid is defined as the mass of fluid per unit volume of the said fluid.
Symbol: ρfluid
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Velocity of Fluid
Velocity of Fluid is the vector field that is used to describe fluid motion in a mathematical manner.
Symbol: Vf
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Characteristic length
Characteristic length is the linear dimension expressed in physical model relationships between prototype and model.
Symbol: L
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other formulas in Relation between Forces on the Prototype and Forces on the Model category

​Go Force on Prototype
Fp=αFFm
​Go Scale Factor for Inertia Forces given Force on Prototype
αF=FpFm
​Go Force on Model given Force on Prototype
Fm=FpαF
​Go Relation between Forces on Prototype and Forces on Model
Fp=αρ(αV2)(αL2)Fm

How to Evaluate Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model?

Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model evaluator uses Viscous Force = (Inertia Forces*Dynamic Viscosity)/(Density of Fluid*Velocity of Fluid*Characteristic length) to evaluate the Viscous Force, The Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model formula is the force between a body and a fluid (liquid or gas) moving past it, in a direction so as to oppose the flow of the fluid past the object. Viscous Force is denoted by Fv symbol.

How to evaluate Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model, enter Inertia Forces (Fi), Dynamic Viscosity viscosity), Density of Fluid fluid), Velocity of Fluid (Vf) & Characteristic length (L) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model

What is the formula to find Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model?
The formula of Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model is expressed as Viscous Force = (Inertia Forces*Dynamic Viscosity)/(Density of Fluid*Velocity of Fluid*Characteristic length). Here is an example- 5E-5 = (3636*1.02)/(1.225*20*3).
How to calculate Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model?
With Inertia Forces (Fi), Dynamic Viscosity viscosity), Density of Fluid fluid), Velocity of Fluid (Vf) & Characteristic length (L) we can find Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model using the formula - Viscous Force = (Inertia Forces*Dynamic Viscosity)/(Density of Fluid*Velocity of Fluid*Characteristic length).
Can the Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model be negative?
Yes, the Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model, measured in Force can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model?
Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model is usually measured using the Kilonewton[kN] for Force. Newton[kN], Exanewton[kN], Meganewton[kN] are the few other units in which Viscous Forces using Newton's Friction model can be measured.
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