Introduction – Unsteady flow equations. Uniform flow. Specific energy function, critical flow, hydraulic jump. Non-uniform flow – Numerical solution of differential equation for energy. Water surface profiles in non-uniform flow. Momentum function – Analytical solution of energy equation in non-uniform flow. Introduction to hydraulic constructions. Vertical drop as a device for flow measurement. Vertical drop as an appurtenant structure of hydraulic works. Hydraulics for culverts and bridges. Flow through weirs, spillways and gates. Channel transitions in subcritical flow.
- Teacher: Σπυρίδων Γιακουμάκης
- Teacher: Ιωάννης Ναλμπάντης
ECTS : 5
Language : el
Learning Outcomes : Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: • Have understood the basic phenomena that occur during water flow in open channels (with free surface). • Have knowledge of the mathematical description of water flow in open channels and the techniques for solving related differential equations. • Be able, under given real conditions in their future professional engagement, to address the design of flood protection technical works in watercourses, surface irrigation networks, storm and wastewater networks, by selecting the most appropriate technical solution. • Be able to participate in interdisciplinary teams of experts by communicating with engineers of other specialties.