material-properties-db

Query temperature-dependent fluid and material properties using standard correlations and reference data.

45|14|Updated Nov 7, 2025
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Skill: material-properties-db
Source: https://github.com/Soljourner/claude-engineering-skills/tree/main/skills/databases/material-properties-db
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Soljourner/claude-engineering-skills --skill material-properties-db

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires numpy.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides quick access to temperature-dependent fluid and material properties, enabling engineers to perform accurate pump design and heat transfer calculations without consulting multiple references.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Property lookup: Retrieve viscosity, density, vapor pressure, and transport properties across temperature ranges.
  • Correlation-based estimates: Apply standard correlations (Andrade, Vogel, Walther, Sutherland) and reference data (NIST, IAPWS) for quick design checks.
  • Use Case: Design a cooling loop by estimating water properties at 60°C to compute Reynolds number and NPSH.

Quick Start

Query temperature-dependent fluid and material properties for a given substance to obtain quick, actionable data.

Frequently Asked Questions about material-properties-db

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I get water viscosity and density at a specific temperature for heat transfer calculations?

Query temperature-dependent fluid properties using standard correlations like Andrade and Vogel to retrieve viscosity and density values at user-specified temperatures for heat transfer calculations. It applies NIST and IAPWS reference data to fetch accurate thermophysical properties.

What correlations are used for estimating temperature-dependent vapor pressure and transport properties?

Temperature-dependent vapor pressure and transport properties are estimated using Andrade, Vogel, Walther, and Sutherland correlations. These standard correlations combine with NIST and IAPWS reference data to provide quick property estimates for liquids and gases.

Can I use this for HVAC simulations and pump design requiring NPSH and Reynolds number calculations?

Yes, it supports HVAC simulations and pump design by providing temperature-dependent fluid properties needed to calculate Reynolds number and NPSH. You can query substances like water at specific temperatures, such as 60°C, to obtain actionable transport and thermophysical data.

Does this tool require numpy to query thermophysical properties from reference data?

Yes, numpy is required as a dependency to query thermophysical properties from standard correlations and reference data. The tool relies on numpy to process Andrade, Vogel, Walther, and Sutherland correlations for viscosity, density, and vapor pressure lookups.

What is the best way to retrieve liquid and gas properties across a temperature range?

The best way to retrieve liquid and gas properties across a temperature range is by querying standard reference data sources like NIST and IAPWS. This approach applies viscosity and density correlations to fetch transport properties at user-specified temperature points.

When should I not use correlation-based estimates for material property lookup?

Correlation-based estimates for material property lookup should not be used when exact experimental data is required for critical safety margins, as correlations like Walther and Sutherland provide quick design checks rather than certified reference values.