Velocity Distribution in Smooth Rectangular Open Channels
Publication: Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 109, Issue 2
Abstract
Velocity distribution in a smooth rectangular channel is studied by dividing the channel into four regions. Region, 1 comprises of the inner region of the bed and the outer region of the side wall. Region 2 belongs to the inner regions of both the bed and the side wall. Region 3 consists of the inner region of the side wall and the outer region of the bed. Region 4 forms the outer regions of both the bed and the side wall. The aspect ratio is varied from 2.0 to 8.0 and the Froude number from 0.2 to 0.7. Experiments included the aspect ratio of 1.0 also for Froude numbers of 0.2 and 0.3. The range of Reynolds number defined in terms of the hydraulic radius and the cross sectional mean velocity lies between and
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Journal of Hydraulic Engineering
Volume 109 • Issue 2 • February 1983
Pages: 270 - 289
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Published online: Feb 1, 1983
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