Energy Slope for Uniform Flow Formula

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Energy Slope is at a distance equal to the velocity head above the hydraulic gradient. Check FAQs
Sf=Q2K2
Sf - Energy Slope?Q - Discharge?K - Conveyance Function?

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0.1406Edit=3Edit28Edit2
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Energy Slope for Uniform Flow Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
Sf=Q2K2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Sf=3m³/s282
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Sf=3282
Next Step Evaluate
Sf=0.140625
LAST Step Rounding Answer
Sf=0.1406

Energy Slope for Uniform Flow Formula Elements

Variables
Energy Slope
Energy Slope is at a distance equal to the velocity head above the hydraulic gradient.
Symbol: Sf
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Discharge
The Discharge refers to the volumetric flow rate of water that is transported through a given cross-sectional area. It includes any suspended solids, dissolved chemicals, or biologic material.
Symbol: Q
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Conveyance Function
Conveyance Function on stage at a section may be determined empirically or by a standard friction law.
Symbol: K
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other formulas in Uniform Flow category

​Go Length of Reach by Manning's Formula for Uniform Flow
L=hfSf
​Go Frictional Loss given Energy Slope
hf=SfL
​Go Conveyance of Channel given Energy Slope
K=Q2Sf
​Go Discharge for Uniform Flow given Energy Slope
Q=KSf

How to Evaluate Energy Slope for Uniform Flow?

Energy Slope for Uniform Flow evaluator uses Energy Slope = Discharge^2/Conveyance Function^2 to evaluate the Energy Slope, The Energy Slope for Uniform Flow formula is defined as the distance equal to the velocity head above the hydraulic gradient. In both open and pipe flow the fall of the energy gradient for a given length of channel or pipe represents the loss of energy by friction. Energy Slope is denoted by Sf symbol.

How to evaluate Energy Slope for Uniform Flow using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Energy Slope for Uniform Flow, enter Discharge (Q) & Conveyance Function (K) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Energy Slope for Uniform Flow

What is the formula to find Energy Slope for Uniform Flow?
The formula of Energy Slope for Uniform Flow is expressed as Energy Slope = Discharge^2/Conveyance Function^2. Here is an example- 0.140625 = 3^2/8^2.
How to calculate Energy Slope for Uniform Flow?
With Discharge (Q) & Conveyance Function (K) we can find Energy Slope for Uniform Flow using the formula - Energy Slope = Discharge^2/Conveyance Function^2.
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