Swallowing ability

The title of this article is ambiguous. For the ability to swallow see swallowing .

Swallowing capacity is a technical measure in hydraulic engineering and in foundries . The term denotes a volume performance or a volume flow , i.e. H. the dimensions are in volume per time ( cubic meters per second , m³ / s)

In hydraulic engineering, the unit of measurement is applied to:

• River and torrent cross-sections
• Water wheels
• Turbines / compressors
• pump
• Pipelines
• Rainwater inlets
• Inlet fountain .

In foundries, the term is synonymous with casting performance .

supporting documents

1. ^ Aluminum paperback, 13th edition, p. 401 ISBN 3-87017-106-5 .