This 30 vertical bend in a pipe with a 1.5 ft diameter carries water ( = 62.4

This 30° vertical bend in a pipe with a 1.5 ft diameter carries water (ρ = 62.4 lbm/ft ³) at a rate of 31.4 cfs. If the pressure p₁ is 10 psi at the lower end of the bend, where the elevation is 100 ft , and p₂ is 8.5 psi at the upper end, where the elevation is 103 ft , what will be the vertical component of force that must be exerted by the “anchor” on the bend to hold it in position? The bend itself weighs 300 lb, and the length L is 5 ft .

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Flow direction Expansion joints to eliminate force transfer between pipe and bend P2 30° P1 Bend anchor