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Power Loss is the loss of the electrical power network supply to an end user. Check FAQs
Ploss=ρFluidqflow0.5(V-Vf)2
Ploss - Power Loss?ρFluid - Density of Fluid?qflow - Rate of Flow?V - Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet?Vf - Flow Velocity?

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6Edit=0.5Edit24Edit0.5(6Edit-5Edit)2
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Power Lost Solution

Follow our step by step solution on how to calculate Power Lost?

FIRST Step Consider the formula
Ploss=ρFluidqflow0.5(V-Vf)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
Ploss=0.5kg/m³24m³/s0.5(6m/s-5m/s)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
Ploss=0.5240.5(6-5)2
LAST Step Evaluate
Ploss=6W

Power Lost Formula Elements

Variables
Power Loss
Power Loss is the loss of the electrical power network supply to an end user.
Symbol: Ploss
Measurement: PowerUnit: W
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Density of Fluid
Density of Fluid is defined as the mass of fluid per unit volume of the said fluid.
Symbol: ρFluid
Measurement: DensityUnit: kg/m³
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Rate of Flow
Rate of Flow is the rate at which a liquid or other substance flows through a particular channel, pipe, etc.
Symbol: qflow
Measurement: Volumetric Flow RateUnit: m³/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet
Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet is actual velocity of jet used in propeller.
Symbol: V
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Flow Velocity
Flow Velocity is the velocity of the flow of any fluid.
Symbol: Vf
Measurement: SpeedUnit: m/s
Note: Value can be positive or negative.

Other Formulas to find Power Loss

​Go Power Lost given Input Power
Ploss=Pi-Pout

Other formulas in Momentum Theory of Propellers category

​Go Thrust on Propeller
Ft=(π4)(D2)dP
​Go Diameter of Propeller given Thrust on Propeller
D=(4π)FtdP
​Go Flow Velocity given Thrust on Propeller
Vf=-(FtρWaterqflow)+V
​Go Rate of Flow through Propeller
Q=(π8)(D2)(V+Vf)

How to Evaluate Power Lost?

Power Lost evaluator uses Power Loss = Density of Fluid*Rate of Flow*0.5*(Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet-Flow Velocity)^2 to evaluate the Power Loss, The Power Lost is defined as power lost in increasing the kinetic energy of flow in the slip stream. Power Loss is denoted by Ploss symbol.

How to evaluate Power Lost using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Power Lost, enter Density of Fluid Fluid), Rate of Flow (qflow), Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet (V) & Flow Velocity (Vf) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Power Lost

What is the formula to find Power Lost?
The formula of Power Lost is expressed as Power Loss = Density of Fluid*Rate of Flow*0.5*(Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet-Flow Velocity)^2. Here is an example- 54 = 0.5*24*0.5*(6-5)^2.
How to calculate Power Lost?
With Density of Fluid Fluid), Rate of Flow (qflow), Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet (V) & Flow Velocity (Vf) we can find Power Lost using the formula - Power Loss = Density of Fluid*Rate of Flow*0.5*(Absolute Velocity of Issuing Jet-Flow Velocity)^2.
What are the other ways to Calculate Power Loss?
Here are the different ways to Calculate Power Loss-
  • Power Loss=Total Input Power-Output PowerOpenImg
Can the Power Lost be negative?
Yes, the Power Lost, measured in Power can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Power Lost?
Power Lost is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Power Lost can be measured.
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