What causes stagnation pressure to change?

In summary, stagnation pressure is the pressure of a fluid at rest, taking into account its kinetic energy. It differs from static pressure, which only considers the fluid's pressure at rest. Stagnation pressure can change due to changes in velocity, temperature, density, and flow geometry. An increase in velocity leads to an increase in stagnation pressure, while a decrease in temperature can increase stagnation pressure. However, an increase in temperature can decrease stagnation pressure due to a decrease in fluid density.
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For a real mass-conserved(m dot is constant throughout the system) steady-state mono-substance(same substance throughout) flow , what are the different factors which can cause stagnation pressure and temperature to drop/rise?
 
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It basically comes down to viscosity. If viscous dissipation occurs, then the stagnation pressure drops. This happens whether the dissipation is due to the presence of a boundary layer ("friction") or a shock.
 

Related to What causes stagnation pressure to change?

1. What is stagnation pressure?

Stagnation pressure is the pressure that a fluid would have if it was brought to rest adiabatically (without gaining or losing heat) by a reversible, isentropic process.

2. How is stagnation pressure different from static pressure?

Static pressure is the pressure that a fluid exerts on a surface when it is at rest, while stagnation pressure takes into account the kinetic energy of the fluid due to its motion.

3. What factors can cause stagnation pressure to change?

Stagnation pressure can change due to changes in velocity, temperature, and density of the fluid, as well as changes in the geometry of the flow.

4. What is the effect of an increase in velocity on stagnation pressure?

An increase in velocity leads to an increase in stagnation pressure, as the kinetic energy of the fluid increases and is converted into stagnation pressure.

5. How does temperature affect stagnation pressure?

A decrease in temperature leads to an increase in stagnation pressure, as the decrease in temperature causes a decrease in the kinetic energy of the fluid, which is then converted into pressure. On the other hand, an increase in temperature can decrease stagnation pressure due to a decrease in fluid density.

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