- Problem Statement
For the task, I was given a flow rate equation Q= kL(h^n), where k is a constant and L (width of rectangular weir) was set to 0.625 ft. A table with Q values and corresponding h' and h values was provided, please refer to the picture attached. h in the equation= h'-h in the table.
There are two variables in the equation, Q and h, and I need to determine the experimental value of n. I have learnt that for Type A uncertainty statistical calculations should be done and for Type B the least square method. After I calculate the Type A and B uncertainties, I will be able to calculate n.
I think Q is the Type B one whose uncertainty can be calculated using the least square method but I am not sure. By definition, Type A is based on the statistical analysis of measurements and Type B is based on other sources of information such as data book values.
Could someone help me clarify this?
- Relevant Equations
- Q = kL(h^n)
I tried to find examples on the internet but I am still confused.
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