Hydraulics Laboratory

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Opening Hours - 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Brief description

Experiments on properties of fluids, fluid statics, kinematics of fluid flow, energy equation in a steady flow, momentum and dynamic forces in fluid flow, flow of incompressible fluid in pipes, open channel flow, fluid measurements, unsteady flow problems.

Lab Materials

Hydraulic bench: an apparatus used to study fluid mechanics and hydraulic systems. It consists of a water reservoir, a pump, and a variety of experimental setups that simulate real-world hydraulic conditions. The bench allows students to conduct experiments on topics such as flow measurement, pressure distribution, and fluid dynamics. It's commonly used in hydraulics laboratories for hands-on learning and testing of various hydraulic models.

Hydraulic ram pump: a device that uses the energy of flowing water to pump a portion of that water to a higher elevation without the need for an external power source. It operates by using the momentum of a large amount of low-pressure water to generate a high-pressure pulse, which is then used to lift a smaller quantity of water. Hydraulic ram pumps are often used in rural or remote areas for water supply and irrigation, making them energy-efficient and sustainable solutions for water pumping.

Reynolds Number Apparatus: used to determine the flow regime of a fluid, helping to identify whether the flow is laminar or turbulent. It operates by measuring the velocity and characteristics of the fluid as it flows through a pipe or tube. The apparatus typically includes a test section with transparent walls, allowing observation of flow patterns, and a flow meter to measure velocity. By calculating the Reynolds number, students can analyze how fluid behavior changes under different flow conditions, which is crucial for designing and

optimizing fluid systems in civil engineering applications.

Open Channel Flow Apparatus: to study the flow of water in open channels, such as rivers, streams, and canals. It consists of a sloped channel where water flows over the surface, and various instruments are used to measure parameters like flow velocity, discharge, water depth, and flow resistance. This apparatus helps students understand fundamental concepts such as flow rate, Manning's equation, and energy losses in open channel flow.