structural engineer - need some help
structural engineer - need some help
(OP)
I'm designing a bypass gate for some fan ductwork. During operation, this gate forms the "roof" within the ductwork while air flows through. My question is this - how do I determine the negative pressure (suction) on this gate when air is flowing past it? Here's some info:
- ductwork is feeding a baghouse for a dust collector
- ductwork is roughly 65" square
- the gate is roughly 65" wide x 10' long
- 118,000 CFM
- 3,500 fpm
Any help? It's been awhile since I had to deal with fluid flow......thanks!
- ductwork is feeding a baghouse for a dust collector
- ductwork is roughly 65" square
- the gate is roughly 65" wide x 10' long
- 118,000 CFM
- 3,500 fpm
Any help? It's been awhile since I had to deal with fluid flow......thanks!





RE: structural engineer - need some help
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You may have to consult an Engineer who designs air systems.
RE: structural engineer - need some help
RE: structural engineer - need some help
RE: structural engineer - need some help
Doesn't seem the best approach.
RE: structural engineer - need some help
RE: structural engineer - need some help
Your use of the phrase "Upon closer inspection" implies you initially had some information to inspect from which you eventually gained the information you needed. There is no indication from your first post that you obtained additional drawings. Hence willard3's comment.
Frankly, I assumed that you looked closer at the drawings you already had examined and found what you needed. Happens to me all the time. :)
No worries though.
Mike McCann
MMC Engineering
http://mmcengineering.tripod.com
RE: structural engineer - need some help