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Bennett Siwane
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Good day. Help me with a formula/equation to calculate water loss in broken pipes, e.g. a 63mm PVC pipe broken and spilling water.
The formula for calculating water loss in broken pipes is: Water Loss = Pipe Burst Area x Pipe Pressure x Time.
The Pipe Burst Area refers to the size of the hole or break in the pipe where the water is escaping.
The Pipe Pressure can be measured using a pressure gauge, or it can be estimated based on the water pressure in the area and the size and type of the pipe.
The units for Water Loss are typically in liters or gallons, Pipe Burst Area is in square meters or feet, and Pipe Pressure is in pounds per square inch (psi) or kilopascals (kPa).
Calculating water loss in broken pipes can help identify the extent of the damage and the amount of water that needs to be repaired or replaced. This information can also be used to estimate the cost of repairs and to inform water conservation efforts.