headloss

See also: head loss

English

Etymology

From head +‎ loss.

Noun

headloss (plural headlosses)

  1. The difference in pressure between points in a hydraulic system of piping as a result of friction, elevation change etc.
    The headloss in a 16" pipe is 2 feet, but in a 20" pipe, it is just 1.2 feet.

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