Coriolis Component Of Acceleration

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This set up is designed to study Coriolis component of Acceleration of a slider crank Mechanism. The apparatus uses hydraulic analogy to represent the rotating slider. It consists of a rotating block with two arms in opposite direction. These tubes can be rotated at various speeds by using a swinging field motor, which also acts as a dynamometer to measure torque applied to rotating tubes. A Perspex window on top cover helps to visualize the process. Rotameter is used to measure water flow rate through tubes. Water is circulated by small Monoblock pump.

  • Main Tank with fiberglass lining.
  • Rotating Arms 9/6 mm dia, 300 mm long.
  • Motor – Swinging field, D.C., 0.5 HP.
  • Rotameter
  • Monoblock Pump
  • Control Panel comprising of:
    1. Speed Control Unit.
    2. Speed Indicator.
    3. Necessary switches.
  • Rigid support frame.
  • Range of Experiment:
  • Coriolis Component of Acceleration can be determined at various speeds of rotation and water flow rates.
  • Service Required:
    1. C. Single Phase .230 V. stabilized supply.
    2. Floor Space -1.5 m X 1.5 m.