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Bernoulli's equation und applications

Bernoulli's equation für fluid Strömung including venturi meters, pitot tubes und Strömung measurement.

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Overview

The Bernoulli equation relates pressure, velocity, and elevation in a steady, incompressible, inviscid flow. It is derived from the conservation of energy principle for fluid flow along a streamline.

Key Formulas

Bernoulli's Equation

P+12ρv2+ρgh=constP + \frac{1}{2}\rho v^2 + \rho g h = \text{const}

The sum of static pressure, dynamic pressure, and hydrostatic pressure is constant along a streamline.

Pressure Form

P1+12ρv12+ρgh1=P2+12ρv22+ρgh2P_1 + \frac{1}{2}\rho v_1^2 + \rho g h_1 = P_2 + \frac{1}{2}\rho v_2^2 + \rho g h_2

Between any two points on a streamline.

Variables

SymbolDescriptionUnit
PPStatic pressurePa
ρ\rhoFluid densitykg/m³
vvFlow velocitym/s
ggGravitational accelerationm/s²
hhElevation above referencem

Bernoulli Equation Calculator

Bernoulli Equation Calculator

Notes

  • Valid only for incompressible, steady, inviscid flow along a streamline
  • Real flows have viscous losses — use the extended equation with head loss for pipe flow
  • For compressible flows (Mach > 0.3), use the compressible Bernoulli equation

Key Facts

  • Bernoulli's equation is a statement of conservation of energy for fluid flow
  • The equation explains why airplane wings generate lift (faster flow = lower pressure)
  • Venturi effect and Pitot tubes are direct applications of Bernoulli's principle

References