Numerical - Carrying capacity of belt, given flow factor & belt dimensions

Q.  An inclined belt conveyor is used for loading goods. If speed of the belt having 1500 mm width is 3 m/s then what is the volumetric capacity of the conveyor?
(For 21o, k= 2.35 x 10–4)
- Published on 16 Sep 15

a. 1.19 x 10-3 m3/s
b. 1.75 x 10-3 m3/s
c. 1.5 x 10-3 m3/s
d. 2.5 x 10-3 m3/s

ANSWER: 1.19 x 10-3 m3/s

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  • Prabodh   -Posted on 14 Oct 20
    Q=k(0.9B-0.05)^2*V
    Q=2.35x10^-4(0.9*1500-0.05)^2*3
    Q=0.001191

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