Loss of head due to fluid resistance Formula

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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=H(1-(Cv2))
hf - Head Loss?H - Head of the Liquid?Cv - Coefficient of Velocity?

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0.768Edit=5Edit(1-(0.92Edit2))
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FIRST Step Consider the formula
hf=H(1-(Cv2))
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
hf=5m(1-(0.922))
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
hf=5(1-(0.922))
LAST Step Evaluate
hf=0.768m

Loss of head due to fluid resistance 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.
Head of the Liquid
The Head of the liquid is the height of a liquid column that corresponds to a particular pressure exerted by the liquid column from the base of its container.
Symbol: H
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Coefficient of Velocity
The Coefficient of Velocity is the ratio of actual velocity to theoretical velocity.
Symbol: Cv
Measurement: NAUnit: Unitless
Note: Value should be greater than 0.

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How to Evaluate Loss of head due to fluid resistance?

Loss of head due to fluid resistance evaluator uses Head Loss = Head of the Liquid*(1-(Coefficient of Velocity^2)) to evaluate the Head Loss, The Loss of head due to fluid resistance formula is known by applying Bernoulli's equation at the outlet of the nozzle and to the jet of water. Head Loss is denoted by hf symbol.

How to evaluate Loss of head due to fluid resistance using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Loss of head due to fluid resistance, enter Head of the Liquid (H) & Coefficient of Velocity (Cv) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Loss of head due to fluid resistance

What is the formula to find Loss of head due to fluid resistance?
The formula of Loss of head due to fluid resistance is expressed as Head Loss = Head of the Liquid*(1-(Coefficient of Velocity^2)). Here is an example- 6.144 = 5*(1-(0.92^2)).
How to calculate Loss of head due to fluid resistance?
With Head of the Liquid (H) & Coefficient of Velocity (Cv) we can find Loss of head due to fluid resistance using the formula - Head Loss = Head of the Liquid*(1-(Coefficient of Velocity^2)).
Can the Loss of head due to fluid resistance be negative?
No, the Loss of head due to fluid resistance, measured in Length cannot be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Loss of head due to fluid resistance?
Loss of head due to fluid resistance is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Loss of head due to fluid resistance can be measured.
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