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Head Loss is a measure of the reduction in the total head (sum of elevation head, velocity head and pressure head) of the fluid as it moves through a fluid system. Check FAQs
hf=Lp'(nvf)20.157(Dp)43
hf - Head Loss?Lp' - Pipe Length?n - Manning Coefficient?vf - Flow Velocity?Dp - Diameter of Pipe?

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1.227Edit=4.9Edit(0.009Edit11.96Edit)20.157(0.4Edit)43
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Head loss by Manning Formula Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Head loss by Manning Formula?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
hf=Lp'(nvf)20.157(Dp)43
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
hf=4.9m(0.00911.96m/s)20.157(0.4m)43
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
hf=4.9(0.00911.96)20.157(0.4)43
Next Step Evaluate
hf=1.22696022450347m
LAST Step Rounding Answer
hf=1.227m

Head loss by Manning Formula Formula Elements

Variables
Head Loss
Head Loss is a measure of the reduction in the total head (sum of elevation head, velocity head and pressure head) of the fluid as it moves through a fluid system.
Symbol: hf
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Pipe Length
Pipe Length describes the length of the pipe in which the liquid is flowing.
Symbol: Lp'
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Manning Coefficient
Manning Coefficient is dimensionless and varies depending on the type of channel or surface through which water flows.
Symbol: n
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Flow Velocity
Flow Velocity refers to the speed at which a fluid, such as a liquid or gas, moves through a particular area within a given time.
Symbol: vf
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Diameter of Pipe
Diameter of Pipe is the diameter of the pipe in which the liquid is flowing.
Symbol: Dp
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

Other Formulas to find Head Loss

​Go Head loss by Manning Formula given Radius of Pipe
hf=Lp'(nvf)20.157(2R)43

Other formulas in Manning's Formula category

​Go Velocity of Flow in Pipe by Manning Formula
vf=(1n)(Rh23)(S12)
​Go Radius of Pipe given Velocity of Flow in Pipe by Manning Formula
Rh=(vfnS12)32
​Go Hydraulic Gradient given Velocity of Flow in Pipe by Manning Formula
S=(vfnRh23)2
​Go Manning's Coefficient given Velocity of Flow
n=(Rh23)(S12)vf

How to Evaluate Head loss by Manning Formula?

Head loss by Manning Formula evaluator uses Head Loss = (Pipe Length*(Manning Coefficient*Flow Velocity)^2)/(0.157*(Diameter of Pipe)^(4/3)) to evaluate the Head Loss, The Head loss by Manning Formula is defined as the value of head loss calculated using Manning's formula. Head Loss is denoted by hf symbol.

How to evaluate Head loss by Manning Formula using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Head loss by Manning Formula, enter Pipe Length (Lp'), Manning Coefficient (n), Flow Velocity (vf) & Diameter of Pipe (Dp) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Head loss by Manning Formula

What is the formula to find Head loss by Manning Formula?
The formula of Head loss by Manning Formula is expressed as Head Loss = (Pipe Length*(Manning Coefficient*Flow Velocity)^2)/(0.157*(Diameter of Pipe)^(4/3)). Here is an example- 1.22696 = (4.9*(0.009*11.96)^2)/(0.157*(0.4)^(4/3)).
How to calculate Head loss by Manning Formula?
With Pipe Length (Lp'), Manning Coefficient (n), Flow Velocity (vf) & Diameter of Pipe (Dp) we can find Head loss by Manning Formula using the formula - Head Loss = (Pipe Length*(Manning Coefficient*Flow Velocity)^2)/(0.157*(Diameter of Pipe)^(4/3)).
What are the other ways to Calculate Head Loss?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Head Loss-
  • Head Loss=(Pipe Length*(Manning Coefficient*Flow Velocity)^2)/(0.157*(2*Pipe Radius)^(4/3))OpenImg
Can the Head loss by Manning Formula be negative?
No, the Head loss by Manning Formula, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Head loss by Manning Formula?
Head loss by Manning Formula is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Head loss by Manning Formula can be measured.
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