russ_watters said:A rotating one would just use the water it expels to propel it.
A lawn sprinkler works by rotating or oscillating, which causes the water to spray in a circular or back-and-forth pattern. This movement helps to evenly distribute the water over a larger area.
A lawn sprinkler is usually connected to a timer or a system that is controlled by a central controller. This controller can be set to turn the sprinkler on and off at specific times, or it can also be manually controlled by a switch or button.
Some lawn sprinklers have built-in sensors that can detect when the ground is saturated with water and automatically turn off. Others rely on a timer or controller to stop the water flow after a set amount of time.
The different types of nozzles on a lawn sprinkler serve different purposes. Some are designed to spray water in a wider pattern, while others are meant to shoot water further. Some even have adjustable settings for different watering needs.
A lawn sprinkler can conserve water by using a timer or controller to limit the amount of time it runs, as well as by using more efficient nozzles that deliver the right amount of water without wasting it. Additionally, strategically placing the sprinkler in areas that need the most water can also help to conserve water.