Total Pressure in Hydraulics and Waterworks Formulas

Total pressure refers to the combined pressure exerted by both static pressure and dynamic pressure in a fluid system. And is denoted by P_T. Total Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Total Pressure is always positive.

Formulas to find Total Pressure in Hydraulics and Waterworks

fxTotal Pressure by Volume of PrismGo

Hydraulics and Waterworks formulas that make use of Total Pressure

fxLength of Prism given Total Pressure by Volume of PrismGo

fxDepth below Surface for Total Pressure per unit Area for Dams on Soft FoundationsGo

fxSaturation for Total Pressure per unit Area for Dams on Soft FoundationsGo

List of variables in Hydraulics and Waterworks formulas

fx Specific Weight of Liquid in Piezometer Go

fx Vertical Depth h1 Go

fx Vertical Depth h2 Go

fx Breadth of Section Go

fx Length of Prism Go

FAQ

What is the Total Pressure?

Total pressure refers to the combined pressure exerted by both static pressure and dynamic pressure in a fluid system. Total Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal for Pressure. Note that the value of Total Pressure is always positive.

Can the Total Pressure be negative?

No, the Total Pressure, measured in Pressure cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Total Pressure?

Total Pressure is usually measured using the Pascal[Pa] for Pressure. Kilopascal[Pa], Bar[Pa], Pound Per Square Inch[Pa] are the few other units in which Total Pressure can be measured.

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