Uses of Dimensional Analysis

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Uses of Dimensional analysis

To test the dimensional homogeneity of any equation of fluid motion.


To derive rational formulae for a flow phenomenon.
Used in checking the correctness of a given equation.
Simplifying the theoretical analysis.
Reducing the number of variables with which one has to deal while studying a problem.
To derive equations expressed in terms of non-dimensional parameters to show the relative significance of each
parameter.
To plan model tests and present experimental results in a systematic manner, making it possible to analyze the complex
fluid flow phenomenon.

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