Different Types of Valves Used in Piping
A valve is an mechanical device used to control the flow of fluids (both gases and liquids, fluidized solids or […]
fluid mechanics
Hydraulic Accumulator
Hydraulic accumulator is a mechanical device used in hydraulic applications. It works as an intermediate device between supply lines of
Hydraulic Press : Principle, Construction, Working with Applications
Hydraulic press is a mechanical device which is based on the ‘Pascal’s law’ which states that equal intensity of pressure
What are Different Types of Air Compressor
Compressor is a mechanical device which is used to increase the pressure of air/gas. Air is generally compressible that’s why
What is Cavitation? How to avoid it?
The word cavitation we heard several times in the application of fluid. It has many dis-advantages in the fluid flow
What is Hydraulic Intensifier?
The hydraulic intensifier is a mechanical device which is used to increase the intensity of pressure of the fluid. It
Different Types of Pressure Gauges
Pressure is defined as the normal force exerted by a fluid per unit area of the surface. This pressure can
Differences between Francis and Kaplan turbines
Francis and Kaplan both the turbines come under category of reaction turbine i.e. both kinetic and pressure energy require for
What is Francis Turbine? Full Notes with Diagram
Francis turbine is a type of hydraulic turbine which is used to convert hydraulic energy of water into mechanical energy.
What is Venturimeter? How it Works?
Venturi meter is a device used to measure the flow rate or discharge of fluid through a pipe. Venturimeter is