85 Hydraulic turbines—basic principles and state-of-theart computational fluid dynamics applications P Drtina* and M Sallaberger Sulzer Hydro AG, Zurich, Switzerland ¨ Abstract: The present paper discusses the basic principles of hydraulic turbines, with special emphasis on the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) as a tool which is being increasingly applied to gain insight into the complex three-dimensional (3D) phenomena occurring in these types of fluid machinery. The basic fluid mechanics
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Case #16 The Boeing 7E7 Synopsis and Objectives In 2003, the Boeing Company announced plans to build a new “super-efficient” commercial jet called the “7E7” or “Dreamliner.” This was a “bet the farm” gamble by Boeing, similar in magnitude to its earlier introductions of the 747 and 777 airliners. The technological superiority of the new airframe, as well as the fact that it would penetrate a rapidly growing market segment, were arguments for approval of the project. On the other hand, the
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as hands. The squid also moves by a jet in the body which propels it forward. This jet like movement allows the squid to be a good swimmer. The Firefly squid has a camera like eye made up of an almost circular lens, a rectangle shaped pupil, an iris, vitreous cavity, and finally rhabdomeric photoreceptors which create a retina (see diagram 4)( http://archives.evergreen.edu). Cephalopods can absorb light depending on its polarization and analyze it to use in tasks such as orientation and navigation
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Steamship of Singapore and Imperial Airways led to a proposal to the Colonial Straits Settlement government to run an air service between Penang and Singapore. The result was the incorporation of Malayan Airways Limited (MAL) on 12 October 1937. On 2 April 1947, MAL took to the skies with its first commercial flight as the national airline. Fuelled by a young and dynamic team of visionaries, the domestic carrier turned into an international airline in less than a decade. With the formation of
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evolution; apply Porter’s Five Forces model; explore opportunities and threats for being in the industry. Today? No, the airline industry is not attractive (cost structure – 80% fixed cost-, high barriers to enter – route, gates, …, etc.) 2. Why and how Southwest Airlines was able to grow into the industry leader? NOTE: make five key statements and provide supporting arguments for each statement. Southwest Airlines was able to grow into the industry leader mainly for the following
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Classic Airlines and Marketing MKT/571 March 28, 2013 Audrey Dorsey Classic Airlines and Marketing Currently the fifth largest airline, Classic Airlines has 375 jets serving 240 cities with 2,300 daily flights. Classic Airlines currently employs 32,000 employees and has grown considerably over 25 years. Although Classic Airlines has grown and employs 32,000 employees, the company is currently experiencing decline in stock prices, customer loyalty, and employee morale. Classic Airlines
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1. Which type of research includes an array of interpretative techniques which seek to describe, decode, translate, and otherwise come to terms with the meaning of certain phenomena? • Qualitative • Quantitative • Descriptive • Statistical 2. Which term below refers to the descriptors of variables computed from sample data used to estimate those same variables in the population? • Population parameters • Standard errors • Systematic estimates • Sample statistics Find the Latest Final
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Course Project – Part I AirJet Best Parts, Inc Student: Goldie Scarbrough Course: Finance Instructor: Professor Mike Woodard Date: 03/23/2013 Task 1: Assessing loan options for AirNet Best Parts, Inc The Company needs to finance $8,000,000 for a new factory in Mexico. The funds will be obtained through a commercial loan and by issuing corporate bonds. Here is some of the information regarding the APRs offered by two well-known commercial banks. Bank | APR | Number of Times
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SEMINAR REPORT ON: 3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY SUBMITTED BY: NAME: PRANATI DASH ROLL NO: 1021019 UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF: PROF.ASHUTOSH BEHERA PROF.MANOJ MISHRA PROF.JAYANTI DANSANA SCHOOL OF COMPUTER ENGINEERING KIIT UNIVERSITY BHUBANESWAR-24. Seminar Report-2014-15 3d Printing CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the report entitled “3D PRINTING TECHNOLOGY” is submitted by Pranati Dash (1021019) in 8th semester at School of Computer Engineering, KIIT University, and Bhubaneswar during
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brand more and more and it will make them to do not hesitate as much when they have to spend more money than the usually, because of this, brands as Chanel are investing in online sells. 2. You have decided to buy a new color printer for your home office. You have not decided yet whether an ink-jet or laser printer would be best for you. List specific activities that you must undertake as you gather information about printer capabilities and features. Use the HPshopping.com, Office depot,
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