Ashok Sapkota

Ashok Sapkota is a dedicated engineer currently serving at the Department of Water Resources and Irrigation in Nepal. With a strong educational background, Ashok completed his Bachelor's degree from the Institute of Engineering (IOE), Pulchowk Campus, Nepal. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Construction Management at the same prestigious institution.

Ashok's professional expertise lies in water resources and irrigation engineering, where he applies his knowledge to contribute to Nepal's water management and agricultural development.

Beyond his professional commitments, Ashok is passionate about sharing his engineering insights. He regularly writes blogs on various engineering topics, aiming to educate and inspire others in the field.

With a combination of practical experience, ongoing advanced education, and a drive to share knowledge, Ashok Sapkota represents the new generation of engineers working to shape Nepal's future.

Water flows from A to D and E through series pipelines shown in the figure.Diameter of pipe AB = 50mm, Diameter of pipe BC = 75mm, Diameter of pipe CE = 30mm, velocity in pipe BC = 2m/s, velocity in pipe CD = 1.5m/s, Q3 =2Q4 Compute Q1, V1, Q2, d3 and V4.

Water flows from A to D and E through series pipelines shown in the figure.Diameter of pipe AB = 50mm, Diameter of pipe BC = 75mm, Diameter of pipe CE = 30mm, velocity in pipe BC = 2m/s, velocity in pipe CD = 1.5m/s, Q3 =2Q4 Compute Q1, V1, Q2, d3 and V4.

Series Pipeline Flow Analysis Problem Statement Water flows through series pipelines A-B-C with branches C-D and C-E: Pipe AB: d₁ […]

Water flows from A to D and E through series pipelines shown in the figure.Diameter of pipe AB = 50mm, Diameter of pipe BC = 75mm, Diameter of pipe CE = 30mm, velocity in pipe BC = 2m/s, velocity in pipe CD = 1.5m/s, Q3 =2Q4 Compute Q1, V1, Q2, d3 and V4. Read More »

. The water tank in the following figure is being filled through section 1 at v1 = 5m/s and through section 3 at Q3 = 0.012 m3/s. If water level h is constant, determine the exit velocity v2.

The water tank in the following figure is being filled through section 1 at v1 = 5m/s and through section 3 at Q3 = 0.012 m3/s. If water level h is constant, determine the exit velocity v2.

Tank Flow Analysis: Steady-State Condition Problem Statement A water tank with constant level h receives flow through: Section 1: Velocity

The water tank in the following figure is being filled through section 1 at v1 = 5m/s and through section 3 at Q3 = 0.012 m3/s. If water level h is constant, determine the exit velocity v2. Read More »

A 40cm diameter pipe, conveying water, branches into two pipes of diameters 30cm and 20cm respectively. If the discharge in the 40cm diameter pipe is 0.38m3/s, compute the average velocity in this pipe. If the average velocity in 30cm diameter pipe is 2m/s, find the discharge and average velocity in 20cm diameter pipe.

A 40cm diameter pipe, conveying water, branches into two pipes of diameters 30cm and 20cm respectively. If the discharge in the 40cm diameter pipe is 0.38m3/s, compute the average velocity in this pipe. If the average velocity in 30cm diameter pipe is 2m/s, find the discharge and average velocity in 20cm diameter pipe.

Pipe Flow Analysis: Branching System Problem Statement A 40cm diameter water pipe branches into two pipes (30cm and 20cm diameter).

A 40cm diameter pipe, conveying water, branches into two pipes of diameters 30cm and 20cm respectively. If the discharge in the 40cm diameter pipe is 0.38m3/s, compute the average velocity in this pipe. If the average velocity in 30cm diameter pipe is 2m/s, find the discharge and average velocity in 20cm diameter pipe. Read More »

The following cases represent the two velocity components, determine the third component of velocity such that they satisfy the continuity equation:

Velocity Components and the Continuity Equation Problem Statement The following cases represent the two velocity components. Determine the third component

The following cases represent the two velocity components, determine the third component of velocity such that they satisfy the continuity equation: Read More »

A conical pipe diverges uniformly from 0.1m to 0.2m diameter over a length of 1m. Determine the local and convective accelerations at the mid section assuming (a) rate of flow is 0.1 m3/s and it remains constant, (b) at 2 sec if the rate of flow varies uniformly from 0.1 to 0.2 m3/s in 5Sec.

A conical pipe diverges uniformly from 0.1m to 0.2m diameter over a length of 1m. Determine the local and convective accelerations at the mid section assuming (a) rate of flow is 0.1 m3/s and it remains constant, (b) at 2 sec if the rate of flow varies uniformly from 0.1 to 0.2 m3/s in 5Sec.

Acceleration in a Conical Pipe Problem Statement A conical pipe diverges uniformly from 0.1 m to 0.2 m diameter over

A conical pipe diverges uniformly from 0.1m to 0.2m diameter over a length of 1m. Determine the local and convective accelerations at the mid section assuming (a) rate of flow is 0.1 m3/s and it remains constant, (b) at 2 sec if the rate of flow varies uniformly from 0.1 to 0.2 m3/s in 5Sec. Read More »

A 30 cm diameter pipe carries oil of sp. gr. 0.8 at a velocity of 2m/s. At another section the diameter is 20cm. Compute the velocity at this section and discharge in m3/s and kg/s.

Fluid Flow Calculations Problem Statement A 30 cm diameter pipe carries oil of specific gravity 0.8 at a velocity of

A 30 cm diameter pipe carries oil of sp. gr. 0.8 at a velocity of 2m/s. At another section the diameter is 20cm. Compute the velocity at this section and discharge in m3/s and kg/s. Read More »

A U-tube shown in figure is filled with a liquid of specific gravity 1.25 to a height of 15cm in both the limbs. It is rotated about a vertical axis 15cm from one limb and 30cm from the other. If the speed of rotation is 60rpm, find the difference in the liquid levels in the two limbs. Also find the pressure at points M and N at the base of U-tube.

A U-tube shown in figure is filled with a liquid of specific gravity 1.25 to a height of 15cm in both the limbs. It is rotated about a vertical axis 15cm from one limb and 30cm from the other. If the speed of rotation is 60rpm, find the difference in the liquid levels in the two limbs. Also find the pressure at points M and N at the base of U-tube.

U-Tube Rotation Analysis Problem Statement A U-tube is filled with a liquid of specific gravity 1.25 to a height of

A U-tube shown in figure is filled with a liquid of specific gravity 1.25 to a height of 15cm in both the limbs. It is rotated about a vertical axis 15cm from one limb and 30cm from the other. If the speed of rotation is 60rpm, find the difference in the liquid levels in the two limbs. Also find the pressure at points M and N at the base of U-tube. Read More »

Determine the speed of rotation of a cylinder 900mm diameter when the liquid contained in it rises to 500mm height at sides and leaves a circular space 300mm diameter on the bottom uncovered. Taking the liquid as water, calculate the total pressure on the bottom. Find also the depth when the vessel is stationary.

Determine the speed of rotation of a cylinder 900mm diameter when the liquid contained in it rises to 500mm height at sides and leaves a circular space 300mm diameter on the bottom uncovered. Taking the liquid as water, calculate the total pressure on the bottom. Find also the depth when the vessel is stationary.

Rotating Cylinder Analysis Problem Statement Determine the speed of rotation of a cylinder with a diameter of 900 mm when

Determine the speed of rotation of a cylinder 900mm diameter when the liquid contained in it rises to 500mm height at sides and leaves a circular space 300mm diameter on the bottom uncovered. Taking the liquid as water, calculate the total pressure on the bottom. Find also the depth when the vessel is stationary. Read More »

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