Potential Energy in Hydraulics and Waterworks Formulas

Potential Energy is the energy that is stored in an object due to its position relative to some zero position. And is denoted by PE. Potential Energy is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Potential Energy is always positive.

Formulas to find Potential Energy in Hydraulics and Waterworks

fxPotential Energy of Volume of Water in Hydroelectric Power GenerationGo

Hydraulics and Waterworks formulas that make use of Potential Energy

fxTotal Weight of Water given Potential Energy in Hydroelectric Power GenerationGo

List of variables in Hydraulics and Waterworks formulas

fx Unit Weight of Water Go

fx Vertical Distance Water can Fall Go

FAQ

What is the Potential Energy?

Potential Energy is the energy that is stored in an object due to its position relative to some zero position. Potential Energy is usually measured using the Joule for Energy. Note that the value of Potential Energy is always positive.

Can the Potential Energy be negative?

No, the Potential Energy, measured in Energy cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Potential Energy?

Potential Energy is usually measured using the Joule[J] for Energy. Kilojoule[J], Gigajoule[J], Megajoule[J] are the few other units in which Potential Energy can be measured.

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