24.1.5 - Hydraulic and Energy Gradient Lines
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What does the hydraulic gradient line represent?
💡 Hint: Think about which type of fluid measurement relates to pressure.
Name one application of the energy gradient line.
💡 Hint: Consider where understanding energy levels is crucial.
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What does the hydraulic gradient line indicate?
💡 Hint: Think about pressure versus energy concepts.
True or False: The energy gradient line is always below the hydraulic gradient line.
💡 Hint: Consider what each line represents.
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Given a pipe with a known flow rate, how would you calculate the energy gradient line at various points along the pipe? What factors would you consider?
💡 Hint: Consider how each component adds to the overall energy head.
If the hydraulic gradient line for a fluid reaches above the energy gradient line in certain areas during operation, what steps would you take to address potential cavitation risks?
💡 Hint: What can inline equipment do to support pressure stability?
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