fluids-package

Name: fluids-package
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Author: Soljourner

Automate pipe flow, pump sizing, and friction head loss calculations.

45|14|Updated Nov 7, 2025

Search Tags:#fluids #affinity-laws #pipe-flow #friction-factor #pump-sizing #compressible-flow

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npx skills add https://github.com/Soljourner/claude-engineering-skills --skill fluids-package

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: fluids-package
Source: https://github.com/Soljourner/claude-engineering-skills/tree/main/skills/packages/fluids-package
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Soljourner/claude-engineering-skills --skill fluids-package

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This library provides a Python-based toolkit for pipe flow, pump sizing, friction factor calculations, and compressible flow analyses to support mechanical and chemical engineers.

Core Features & Use Cases

Core utilities for pipe flow, friction factor, pump performance, and compressible/incompressible flow
Use Case: size a pump for a given head and flow and estimate pressure losses in a piping network
Typical scenario: open-source library for rapid engineering prototyping and educational exploration of fluids dynamics

Quick Start

Install the fluids package and run the included examples to begin performing pipe flow and pump sizing calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions about fluids-package

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I calculate friction head loss for a piping system in Python?▼

You can calculate friction head loss for pipe flow using the fluids package, which provides Python-based core utilities and friction factor calculations for engineering piping systems.

What is the best way to size a pump for a given flow rate and pressure drop?▼

Pump sizing for a given head and flow is handled by the fluids package, which automates pump performance calculations and estimates pressure losses across piping networks.

Can I perform compressible flow analysis for air and other gases with this library?▼

Yes, compressible flow analysis for water, air, and other fluids is supported through dedicated utilities for fundamental fluid dynamics calculations.

How does the affinity laws calculation work for pump performance scaling?▼

Affinity laws calculations for pump performance scaling are integrated into the fluids package to automate fundamental fluid dynamics calculations for engineering piping systems.

Do I need any external dependencies to run fluids calculations in my engineering project?▼

No external dependencies are required, as the fluids package operates independently to support rapid engineering prototyping and educational exploration of fluids dynamics.