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Dynamic Viscosity from Shear Stress

Calculate dynamic and kinematic viscosity from measured shear stress, velocity, gap, and density.

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1. Define Input Parameters

2. Engineering Output

Shear stress (tau)
- Pa
Shear rate (gamma_dot)
- s⁻¹
Dynamic viscosity (mu)
- Pa·s
Dynamic viscosity in cP (mu_cP)
- cP
Kinematic viscosity (nu)
- m²/s
Kinematic viscosity in Stokes (nu_St)
- St

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Context & Assumptions

This calculator is used in process engineering to characterize fluid resistance in viscometers and rheometers. It helps engineers size pumps, design piping, and ensure product quality by quantifying internal fluid friction.

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