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if i have a hose that is 1" in diameter, and 7 ft long before coming to a U section 4 inches high, and I have this hose full of water standing vertically, how much horse power does this hose of water contain?
The formula for calculating horse power of water in a hose is: HP = (Q x H) / 1714, where HP is the horse power, Q is the flow rate in gallons per minute, and H is the water head in feet.
To measure the flow rate of water in a hose, you will need a flow meter. This device measures the volume of water flowing through the hose in a given amount of time, typically in gallons per minute (GPM). You can also calculate the flow rate by measuring the time it takes for a known volume of water to pass through the hose.
Water head is the vertical distance between the water source (such as a pump or tank) and the outlet of the hose. It is measured in feet and is an important factor in calculating the horse power of water in a hose. You can measure water head using a measuring tape or ruler.
The most commonly used units for horse power are horsepower (HP) and kilowatts (kW). In scientific calculations, it is also common to use metric horsepower (PS) or British thermal units per hour (BTU/hr).
The diameter of the hose does not directly affect the horse power of water. However, a larger diameter hose will have a greater flow rate, which can result in a higher horse power calculation. This is because a larger volume of water can pass through a larger diameter hose in a given amount of time.