Week 1

As a household appliance, the chemical product we have chosen is a water jet nozzle. Instead of carrying a bulky and heavy pressure washer and splurging tons of money on it, we have decided to chose a more efficient, lighter, portable and much more affordable alternative.

Chemical Engineering Principle : Fluid Flow

How does it work?

Water in the nozzle flows through an orifice with a smaller diameter to increase the velocity of water flow. The water then flows into a venturi which will further increase its velocity by restricting its flow. This results in an abrasive flow exiting the nozzle at a very high speed.








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