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Understanding Bourdon Pressure Gauge
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Just like other types of pressure gauges, the Bourdon pressure gauge is used to measure pressure. The Bourdon-tube gauge, which was invented in 1850, is still one of the most extensively used instruments for measuring the pressure of various types of liquids and gases, including steam, water, and air up to 100,000 pounds per square…
Understanding Pressure Gauge
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A pressure gauge is a device that measures the amount of fluid in a container. Pressure gauges are necessary for setting up and regulating fluid power equipment, as well as troubleshooting them. Fluid power systems would be unpredictable and unreliable without pressure gauges. Gauges verify that there are no leaks or pressure variations that could…
Understanding notches and weirs
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In fluid mechanics, notch and weir is an important topic that cannot be overlooked. These devices are used to regulate the flow of fluid of different sizes and different methods. Notches and weirs are classified based on some considerations which result in different types. Today you’ll get to know the definition, applications, function, components, diagram,…
Everything you need to know about draft tube
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in MetalworkDraft tubes are essential components in most types of turbines such as Kaplan, Francis, and reaction turbines. The component is like a pipe designed with areas increasing gradually that connect the outlet of the runner to a tailrace. With its two ends, one is connected to the runner outlet and the other end is submerged…
Understanding reaction turbine
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Being a special type of turbine used in hydro-power plants, reaction turbine is used all around the world for the generation of electricity. It is estimated that about 60% of turbines used in hydro-power plants are reaction turbines, though still in competition with impulse turbines. A reaction turbine is constructed of rows of fixed blades…
Things you need to know about impulse turbine
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Impulse turbine is one of the simplest turbines out there, classified as hydro turbines along with reaction turbines. These turbines are group based on how the energy is exchanged between the fluid and the turbine. They are installed to convert the potential energy and kinetic energy of water flow into mechanical work. Hydropower plants extensively…
Understanding the different types of fluid flow
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Previously I explained fluid mechanics where I stated that fluid dynamics is one of its branches, it deals with a fluid flow. This means it involves the motion of a fluid subjected to unbalanced forces. This motion continues as long as the unbalanced forces are exerted. Well, that is not our purpose here. Today…
Understanding fluid mechanics
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Fluid mechanics is a broad study of fluid behavior (liquids, gases, blood, and plasmas) at rest and in motion. It has a wide range of applications today, this field includes mechanical and chemical engineering, biological systems, and astrophysics. Fluid mechanics study particularly the forces that fluid produces. Today you’ll get to know the definition, applications,…
Difference between centrifugal and reciprocating pump
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Centrifugal pumps are known for their simple design and easy operation, while reciprocating pumps are known for their complex shape but highly effective in their operation. The centrifugal pump is also called a rotary pump as it uses the kinetic energy of an impeller to force the fluid and increase the kinetic energy. On the…
Difference between dynamic and positive displacement pump
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The various types of pumps are categorized into dynamic and positive displacement pumps. A pump which is a mechanical device is used in transporting fluids (liquids or gasses). Its work is achieved by mechanical action converted from electrical energy into hydraulic energy. The dynamic and positive displacement pumps are seen as a device that expends…
Understanding hydraulic pump
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Just as other pumping devices, the hydraulic pump is another great type used in hydraulic drive systems. It can be hydrostatic or hydrodynamic. Hydraulic pumps are sources of power for most dynamic machines. They have the ability to push large amounts of oil through hydraulic cylinders or hydraulic motors. In this manner, they convert the…
Understanding reciprocating pump
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A reciprocating pump is a type of positive displacement pump that works on the principle of forwarding and backward movement of a piston. Unlike a centrifugal pump which uses the kinetic energy of the impeller in supplying the fluid. You can quickly read about their difference here This class of positive-displacement pumps includes piston pumps,…
Understanding centrifugal pump
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In industry today, centrifugal pumps are one of the most commonly used types. It is used to transport fluid by the conversion of rotational kinetic energy to the hydrodynamic energy of the fluid flow. This energy typically comes from an engine or electric motor. Today you’ll get to know the definition, functions, applications, components, classifications,…
Things you need to know about pump
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Ever since the domination of technology, a device “Pump” was invented to raise, transport, or compress fluids. This invention has made life easy in our modern world as it is now used for various purposes. In this article, you’ll get to know the definition, diagram, components, applications, function, classifications, specifications, types, and how a pump…
