Why does the canvas top of a convertible bulge out when

Chapter 4, Problem 18Q

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Problem 18Q

Why does the canvas top of a convertible bulge out when the car is traveling at high speed? [Hint: The windshield deflects air upward, pushing streamlines closer together.)

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QUESTION:

Problem 18Q

Why does the canvas top of a convertible bulge out when the car is traveling at high speed? [Hint: The windshield deflects air upward, pushing streamlines closer together.)

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Solution 18Q:

We have to explain the reason behind the bulging out of the canvas top of the car when travelling at high speed.

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        Bernoulli’ Principle: A decrease of pressure in fluid system corresponds to the increase in the velocity of the system and vice-versa.

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