Equations of properties as a function of temperature for seven fluids (Q1079418)

Equations are developed for property data of seven common fluids. These equations are useful in computer applications where it is desirable to determine properties without using tables or requiring the user to input data during the execution of programs. An equation is found that accurately approximates the variation of the fluid property data with temperature and is in a simple and convenient form. Equations are presented for the properties of the following fluids: air, liquid water, water vapor, carbon dioxide, Freon-12, engine oil, and mercury. The properties presented in equation form are: density, dynamic viscosity, constant pressure specific heat, thermal conductivity, and Prandtl number. Properties are presented for wide ranges of temperature and at atmospheric pressure.