An Electrical Method for the Measurement of the Flow of Water: Thesis for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering, University of Illinois, 1916 (Class - Hardcover

Kenneth B. Humphrey

9780265771662: An Electrical Method for the Measurement of the Flow of Water: Thesis for the Degree of Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering, University of Illinois, 1916 (Class

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ISBN 10: 0265771668 ISBN 13: 9780265771662

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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An electrical method for the measurement of water flow explored.

This 1916 thesis presents practical experiments that link heating power and temperature to water velocity, using several sensor approaches to map the relationship.

In clear, step-by-step terms, the work describes how heating elements and temperature readings were used to infer flow, with tests conducted at different laboratories and setups. It discusses the advantages and limitations of each instrument, including practical concerns like calibration, insulation, and environmental ruggedness. The results point to a promising family of methods that could be refined for commercial use in flow measurement.

How heat input, temperature difference, and water velocity relate in different sensor configurations
Comparisons of Bristol thermometers, thermocouples, air thermometers, and mercury thermometers
Challenges in calibration, protection against grounding and leaks, and ways to improve responsiveness
Observations on curve behavior, asymptotes, and the need for instrument-specific calibration

Ideal for readers of early 20th‑century instrumentation, hydraulics, and engineering measurement methods who want a historical look at experimental approaches to determining flow.

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