Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient Solution

STEP 0: Pre-Calculation Summary
Formula Used
Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = sqrt(Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow/(1/2*Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer))
V = sqrt(𝜏/(1/2*ρf*CD*))
This formula uses 1 Functions, 4 Variables
Functions Used
sqrt - A square root function is a function that takes a non-negative number as an input and returns the square root of the given input number., sqrt(Number)
Variables Used
Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow - (Measured in Meter per Second) - Freestream velocity for boundary layer flow is the velocity of fluid far upstream of a body, that is before the body has a chance to deflect, slow down the fluid.
Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow - (Measured in Pascal) - Shear stress for boundary layer flow is force tending to cause deformation of the fluid by slippage along a plane or planes parallel to the imposed stress.
Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow - (Measured in Kilogram per Cubic Meter) - Fluid density for boundary layer flow is defined as the mass of fluid per unit volume of the fluid.
Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer - The Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer Flow is a ratio of wall shear stress at any distance x from the leading edge to dynamic pressure.
STEP 1: Convert Input(s) to Base Unit
Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow: 0.068 Newton per Square Meter --> 0.068 Pascal (Check conversion ​here)
Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow: 890 Kilogram per Cubic Meter --> 890 Kilogram per Cubic Meter No Conversion Required
Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer: 0.0067 --> No Conversion Required
STEP 2: Evaluate Formula
Substituting Input Values in Formula
V = sqrt(𝜏/(1/2*ρf*CD*)) --> sqrt(0.068/(1/2*890*0.0067))
Evaluating ... ...
V = 0.151020898407563
STEP 3: Convert Result to Output's Unit
0.151020898407563 Meter per Second --> No Conversion Required
FINAL ANSWER
0.151020898407563 0.151021 Meter per Second <-- Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow
(Calculation completed in 00.004 seconds)

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Boundary Layer Flow Calculators

Velocity of Fluid for Reynold Number
​ LaTeX ​ Go Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = (Reynolds Number for Boundary Layer Flow*Viscosity of Fluid for Boundary Layer Flow)/(Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Length of Plate for Boundary Layer Flow)
Length of Plate for Reynold Number
​ LaTeX ​ Go Length of Plate for Boundary Layer Flow = (Reynolds Number for Boundary Layer Flow*Viscosity of Fluid for Boundary Layer Flow)/(Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow)
Reynold Number at End of Plate
​ LaTeX ​ Go Reynolds Number for Boundary Layer Flow = (Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow*Length of Plate for Boundary Layer Flow)/Viscosity of Fluid for Boundary Layer Flow
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​ LaTeX ​ Go Thickness of Boundary Layer = (5.48*Distance Leading Edge for Boundary Layer Flow)/(sqrt(Reynolds Number for Boundary Layer Flow))

Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient Formula

​LaTeX ​Go
Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = sqrt(Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow/(1/2*Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer))
V = sqrt(𝜏/(1/2*ρf*CD*))

What is boundary layer flow?

A boundary layer flow is defined to be the region of a larger flow field that is next to the surface and has significant effects on wall frictional forces. Since the region of interest is near the surface and the surface is assumed to be impervious to the flow then the velocity is nearly parallel to the surface.

How drag is created in boundary layer?

In most situations, it is inevitable that the boundary layer becomes detached from a solid body. This boundary layer separation results in a large increase in the drag on the body.

How to Calculate Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient?

Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient calculator uses Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = sqrt(Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow/(1/2*Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer)) to calculate the Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow, The Freestream velocity for local drag coefficient is known while considering the square root of shear stress to half the density of the fluid, and the local coefficient of drag. Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow is denoted by V symbol.

How to calculate Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient using this online calculator? To use this online calculator for Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient, enter Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow (𝜏), Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow f) & Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer (CD*) and hit the calculate button. Here is how the Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient calculation can be explained with given input values -> 0.151021 = sqrt(0.068/(1/2*890*0.0067)).

FAQ

What is Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient?
The Freestream velocity for local drag coefficient is known while considering the square root of shear stress to half the density of the fluid, and the local coefficient of drag and is represented as V = sqrt(𝜏/(1/2*ρf*CD*)) or Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = sqrt(Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow/(1/2*Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer)). Shear stress for boundary layer flow is force tending to cause deformation of the fluid by slippage along a plane or planes parallel to the imposed stress, Fluid density for boundary layer flow is defined as the mass of fluid per unit volume of the fluid & The Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer Flow is a ratio of wall shear stress at any distance x from the leading edge to dynamic pressure.
How to calculate Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient?
The Freestream velocity for local drag coefficient is known while considering the square root of shear stress to half the density of the fluid, and the local coefficient of drag is calculated using Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = sqrt(Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow/(1/2*Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer)). To calculate Freestream Velocity for Local Drag Coefficient, you need Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow (𝜏), Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow f) & Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer (CD*). With our tool, you need to enter the respective value for Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow, Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow & Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer and hit the calculate button. You can also select the units (if any) for Input(s) and the Output as well.
How many ways are there to calculate Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow?
In this formula, Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow uses Shear Stress for Boundary Layer Flow, Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow & Local Drag Coefficient for Boundary Layer. We can use 1 other way(s) to calculate the same, which is/are as follows -
  • Freestream Velocity for Boundary Layer Flow = (Reynolds Number for Boundary Layer Flow*Viscosity of Fluid for Boundary Layer Flow)/(Fluid Density for Boundary Layer Flow*Length of Plate for Boundary Layer Flow)
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