Weber Number
Weber number is proportional to { (inertial force) / (surface tension force) } and is used in momentum transfer in general and bubble/droplet formation and breakage of liquid jets calculations in particular. It is normally defined in one of the following forms :
or
Where: |
gc |
= |
Dimensional constant |
G |
= |
Mass velocity |
D |
= |
Characteristic length |
rho |
= |
Density |
sigma |
= |
Surface tension |
V |
= |
Velocity |
|
