Modelling Fluid Flow in an Open Rectangular Channel with Lateral Inflow Channel

Authors

  • Samuel Macharia Karimi Pan African University
  • David Theuri
  • Mathew Kinyanjui

Keywords:

open channel, lateral inflow channel, finite difference, wetted perimeter

Abstract

In this paper, the flow of an incompressible Newtonian fluid through a man-made open rectangular channel with a lateral inflow channel is investigated. We have considered the effects of angle, the cross-sectional area, velocity and length of the lateral inflow channel on the velocity in the open rectangular channel. The equations governing the flow are the continuity and momentum equations of motion, which are highly nonlinear and cannot be solved analytically. Therefore, an approximate solution of these partial differential equations is determined numerically using the finite difference method.

Author Biography

  • Samuel Macharia Karimi, Pan African University
    Master's Student

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Published

2014-07-23

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How to Cite

Karimi, S. M., Theuri, D., & Kinyanjui, M. (2014). Modelling Fluid Flow in an Open Rectangular Channel with Lateral Inflow Channel. International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR), 17(1), 186-193. https://www.gssrr.org/JournalOfBasicAndApplied/article/view/2543