Fluid Mechanics
c e ntre of p res sure
H 11
A pivoted, clear plastic assembly which students use to find the centre of pressure of a totally
or partially submerged plane surface. Compact, self-contained and excellent for classroom
demonstrations.
K ey f e at u res
• Transparent construction so students can see what is happening
• Compact and self-contained, just needs clean water
• Determines theoretical centre of pressure and compares actual and theoretical hydrostatic thrust
• Simple but accurate balance to measure moment due to hydrostatic thrust
• Tests a vertical and inclined plane surface
• Suitable for classroom demonstrations
• Includes built-in bubble level and adjustable levelling feet
TecQuipment Ltd, Bonsall Street, long eaton, Nottingham NG10 2AN, UK
tecqu ipment. c o m +4 4 115 972 2611
[email protected]DB 0422 Page 1 of 2
c e ntre of p res sure
H 11
Description Learning Outcomes
This product allows students to measure the moment • Studying the relationship between hydrostatic force
due to the fluid (hydrostatic) thrust on a fully or partially and head of water for a fully and partially submerged
submerged plane. The plane works in either a vertical or vertical and inclined plane
inclined (angled) position. Students then compare their
• Comparison of actual and theoretical hydrostatic force
measurements with theoretical analysis.
on a fully or partially submerged plane for any given
The equipment consists of a vertical panel that holds a head of water
clear plastic quadrant, to which students add water. The
• Theoretical calculation of the position of centre of
quadrant has engraved lines to help students keep the
pressure on a fully or partially submerged plane
plane in a vertical or angled position.
The cylindrical sides of the quadrant have their central O per ating c o nd itio ns
axis coincidental with the moment measurement axis. The O perat ing enviro nment:
total fluid pressures on these curved surfaces therefore
exert no moment about this pivot. Therefore, the moment Laboratory
is only due to the fluid pressure on the plane test surface. Storage temperature range:
Students measure this moment using weights suspended
–25°C to +55°C (when packed for transport)
from a level arm. A scale on the panel of the apparatus
shows the head of water. O perat ing t emperat u re ra nge:
To perform experiments, students level the apparatus +5°C to +40°C
using its levelling feet and spirit (bubble) level. They
decide whether to test either a vertical or inclined plane. Specifications
They then initially balance the quadrant tank using one TecQuipment is committed to a programme of continuous
of the weight hangers and the smaller trimming tank. improvement; hence we reserve the right to alter the
They take results by balancing incremental weights on the design and product specification without prior notice.
hanger with known quantities of water. They then use the
results to calculate the equivalent moment of force (M) or Net t Dimensio ns a nd Weight:
hydrostatic thrust. Students note the relationship between 460 mm wide x 400 mm high x 160 mm front to back and
the moment and the water height (h). 4 kg (plus additional 1 kg of weights and 500 mL of water
colouring)
The equipment includes non-toxic water dye to help
students see the water levels more clearly and a syringe Packed Dimensio ns a nd Weight:
for accurate addition or removal of small amounts of Approximately 0.11 m3 and 8 kg
water.
Slotted weights:
Standard Features 100 x 10 g
• Supplied with comprehensive user guide Weight ha nger:
• Five-year warranty 2 off 10 g each
• Made in accordance with the latest European Union Accessories (included):
directives • Water colouring
• ISO9001 certified manufacturer • Syringe
TecQuipment Ltd, Bonsall Street, long eaton, Nottingham NG10 2AN, UK
tecqu ipment. c o m +4 4 115 972 2611
[email protected]DB 0422 Page 2 of 2
