Intake Velocity Calculator

This calculator determines the velocity of a fluid entering a system based on flow rate and intake area. It's useful for designing and analyzing fluid systems in engineering applications.

Input Parameters

Calculation Results

Calculation Formula

Intake Velocity (V) = Q / A

Where:
V = Intake Velocity (m/s)
Q = Flow Rate (m³/s)
A = Intake Area (m²)

Intake Velocity Calculator Usage Guide

Learn how to use the Intake Velocity Calculator and understand its applications in fluid dynamics

How to Use This Calculator

  1. Enter the flow rate (Q) of your fluid system in cubic meters per second (m³/s).
  2. Enter the cross-sectional area (A) of the intake in square meters (m²).
  3. Click the "Calculate" button to compute the intake velocity.
  4. The result will be displayed in meters per second (m/s).

Principle and Applications

The intake velocity is a critical parameter in fluid dynamics that represents how fast a fluid is moving through an opening or intake. It's calculated by dividing the flow rate by the cross-sectional area of the intake.

This calculator is particularly useful in:

  • Water treatment systems
  • Industrial fluid processing
  • Air conditioning and refrigeration systems
  • Hydraulic systems design
  • Renewable energy systems (wind turbines, hydroelectric)

Example Calculation

For example, if your water treatment plant has a flow rate of 0.5 m³/s and an intake pipe diameter of 0.2 meters, you would:

  1. Calculate the area: A = π × (0.2/2)² = 0.0314 m²
  2. Enter Q = 0.5 m³/s and A = 0.0314 m² in the calculator
  3. The calculator will show an intake velocity of approximately 15.92 m/s