Flow Rate Formula
Flow rate is a fundamental concept in fluid mechanics that measures the volume of fluid moving through a pipe, channel, or system over a given period of time. It is widely used in water supply systems, pump design, industrial process engineering, and pipeline calculations.
Flow Rate Formula
Flow Rate = Volume / Time
This formula calculates how much fluid passes through a system within a certain time interval.
Formula Explanation
- Volume – Total quantity of fluid passing through the pipe or system.
- Time – Duration over which the fluid flow is measured.
Flow rate is typically expressed in units such as:
- Liters per minute (L/min)
- Cubic meters per hour (m³/h)
- Gallons per minute (GPM)
Example Calculation
If 500 liters of water flow through a pipe in 5 minutes:
Flow Rate = 500 / 5 = 100 L/min
This means the system delivers 100 liters of fluid every minute.
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