Two parallel surfaces move relative to each other at a velocity of 20 in/sec and are separated by a gap of .625 in. The gap is filled by a fluid of unknown viscosity. The relative motion is resisted by a shear stress of .4 lb/in2 due to the viscosity of the fluid. If the velocity gradient in the space between the surfaces is constant, determine the viscosity of the fluid and the approximate type of material.

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Two parallel surfaces move relative to each other at a velocity of 20 in/sec and are separated by a gap of .625 in. The gap is filled by a fluid of unknown viscosity. The relative motion is resisted by a shear stress of .4 lb/in2 due to the viscosity of the fluid. If the velocity gradient in the space between the surfaces is constant, determine the viscosity of the fluid and the approximate type of material.

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Given data in  this question is :Shear Stress in the fluid τ = 0.4 lbin2Relative velocity V1-V2  = 20 insecGap between the plate is = h =0.625 inLet viscosity of the fluid  =  η dudy = velocity gradient in the y-direction

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