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Originally Posted by bigben2k
The statement about the ellipse is correct, but I don't believe that it applies to fluid dynamics, especially not in this particular case (but then what do I know?  ). |
Correct, but it probably doesn't make any difference in this case. Provided any stagnant water isn't affecting the flow over the area you want to cool then it's pretty harmless as far as the cooling goes.
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Originally Posted by Aaron Burton
I feel like I have the ideas right, but fluid dynamics are a bit more complicated then I think I'm giving it credit for. Any suggestions? comments? Help would be much appreciated.
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You probably don't need to worry too much about the fluid dynamics of the bulk flow. The critical bit is with the jets, and there you're just extending Cathar's principle so it shouldn't be a problem. With the bit you're changing just think of the water being totally incompressible and design it by eye - where does it look like the water is going. This will generally be good enough for your purposes. If you've got a clear top you could maybe add a few air bubbles as flow visualisation to check it once built, but TBH it really shouldn't matter.
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Originally Posted by Aaron Burton
And still, Am I ripping off yours and Cathar's designs?
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It really isn't likely to be a problem if you're only making it for yourself - in fact Cathar may well turn up and make helpful comments about your ideas (he has before). Just make sure you post pics when you're finished
