Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
static-head
Noun
/ˈstætɪk hɛd/
Definition
A static head refers to the height of a fluid above a reference point in a system, typically in a context where fluid is at rest and demonstrates potential energy due to gravity.
Examples
- The static head in the reservoir is crucial for calculating the pressure at the outlet.
- In hydraulic systems, the static head helps engineers determine the pressure required to move the fluid.
Meaning
It measures the potential energy of the fluid based on its elevation or position rather than its movement.
Synonyms
- potential head
- elevation head
