Pipe Roughness: A Complete Guide
Depending on the material and the process used to manufacture the pipe, commercial pipes have different levels of roughness which affects the behavior of the …
Specific Heat of Water Vapor
At atmospheric pressure, water turns into steam at a boiling point of 100°C. Once it becomes saturated water vapor, which means that all water molecules …
Ideal Gas Constant Explained
The ideal gas constant is a value that is a key part of the ideal gas law, which is used in engineering applications related to …
Manning’s “n” Values (Roughness Coefficients)
Commonly, it will be necessary to determine the flow velocity of a fluid through a conduit, and it will be required to consider the friction …
Thermal Conductivity of Plastics
Thermal conductivity is a measure of a material’s ability to transfer heat via conduction— that is, the higher the thermal conductivity, the faster the rate …
Yielding Moment
The yielding moment of a structural member is an important parameter that is used when determining the maximum loads that can be applied to that …
W8x24 Beam Specifications
W8x24 is a rolled structural beam with wide flanges that is used in construction and other applications. Table of ContentsW8x24 Beam Size and DimensionsW8x24 ProfileW8x24 …
Section Modulus of Square Tube
The section modulus of a structural member is a specific geometric property that is calculated based on the shape of the member and its cross-section. …
