friction loss
11Dynamical friction — is a term in astrophysics related to loss of momentum and kinetic energy of moving bodies through a gravitational interaction with surrounding matter in space. It is sometimes referred to as gravitational drag, and was first discussed in detail… …
12Fault friction — describes the relation of friction to fault mechanics. Rock failure and associated earthquakes are very much a fractal operation (see Characteristic earthquakes). The process remains scale invariant down to the smallest crystal. Thus, the… …
13Parasitic loss — In short, Parasitic Loss is a loss that a parasite consumes from its host which may or may not be beneficial to the host. Parasitic loss in internal combustion engines The term Parasitic Loss is often applied to devices that consume energy from… …
14rotational loss — noun : the power or energy loss incurred by friction and windage as an object is revolved …
15head loss — That part of head energy which is lost because of friction as water flows [6] …
16NPSH — This article is about Net Positive Suction Head. For the band commonly abbreviated to NPSH, see Natalie Portmans Shaved Head. For the fire hose coupling thread, see Glossary of firefighting equipment#N. Hydraulic circuit NPSH is an initialism for …
17Oil well control — is the management of the dangerous effects caused by unexpected high pressures upon surface equipment of oil or gas drilling rigs. Technically, oil well control involves preventing Formation fluid, usually referred to as kick, from entering into… …
18gasoline engine — Most widely used form of internal combustion engine, found in most automobiles and many other vehicles. Gasoline engines vary significantly in size, weight per unit of power generated, and arrangement of components. The principal type is the… …
19Pipe Networks — generally refers to a common problem in Hydraulic Design. In order to direct water to many individuals in a municipal water supply, many times the water is routed through a Water supply network. A major part of this network may consist of… …
20Belleville washer — A Belleville washer, also known as a coned disc spring,[1] conical spring washer,[2] disc spring, Belleville spring or cupped spring washer, is a type of …
