Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals And Applications
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ISBN: 9780073380322
Author: Yunus Cengel, John Cimbala
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 7, Problem 43EP
This is a follow-tip to Prob. 7-37E. The aerodynamic drag on the model m the wind tunnel (Fig. P7-37E) is measured to be 33.5 lbf when the wind tunnel is operated at the speed that ensures similarity with the prototype car. Estimate the drag force (in lbf) on the prototype car at the conditions given in Prob. 7-37E.
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