This chapter describes fluid flow and its applications. Understanding fluid flow is important in the electronics field. Air can be considered a fluid, and its flow around electrical equipment is vital for cooling. Knowledge of this subject should also help you understand plumbing, pneumatics, aerodynamics, and ventilation (Figure 9.1).
FIGURE 9.1 Atmospheric rivers are narrow channels of concentrated moisture transported in the atmosphere. The “Pineapple Express” is the name given to such an atmospheric river originating over the Hawaiian tropics that follow a path toward California. Its flow can exceed that of the world’s ...
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