Mechanics · fluids

Volume Continuity Equation

Relates cross-sectional area and speed in steady incompressible flow.

A₁v₁ = A₂v₂

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Variables

A₁, A₂
cross-sectional areasm²
v₁, v₂
flow speedsm/s

Conditions / notes

Assumes steady incompressible flow.

Reference details

Subject
Mechanics
Topic
fluids
Plain text
A1 v1 = A2 v2

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