Methods for Predicting Viscosity in Pipeline Flow Analysis
Viscosity plays a crucial role in pipeline flow, influencing friction factors and pressure drop, particularly in liquid pipelines. This content focuses on predicting viscosity for crude and refined products, emphasizing the use of kinematic viscosity measured in the lab. Explore the Andrade equation, a century-old method for curve-fitting viscosity data, which requires specific temperature-viscosity data pairs for accurate predictions. Learn how to apply this equation to estimate viscosity at various temperatures, crucial for accurate hydraulic modeling and pipeline design. The content also highlights the importance of temperature on viscosity and the need for field-specific data.
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