The friction factor in flow through a conduit is analogous to the drag coefficient in flow around submerged objects. Both parameters are used to quantify the resistance to flow due to friction in the respective systems.
Conclusion: The drag coefficient is the correct analogy as both represent the resistance to flow in their respective systems.
Given the process transfer function \[ G_P = \frac{20}{s - 2}, \] and controller transfer function \[ G_C = K_C, \] and assuming the transfer function of all other elements in the control loop are unity, what is the range of \( K_C \) for which the closed-loop response will be stable?