Open-Channel Flow

The calculator computes ratios to free stream values across an oblique shock wave, turn angle, wave angle and associated Mach numbers (normal components, Mn , of the upstream).

Input M1 value and select an input variable by using the choice button and then type in the value of the selected variable.

Required Information

Enter the Slope:

Enter the Channel Bottom Width (ft):

Enter the Flow Depth (ft):

Enter the Channel Top Width (ft):

Enter the Channel Height (ft):
Enter the n value:
Results
The wetted perimeter is
ft
The flow area is
ft2
The hydraulic radius is
ft

The C value is

The flow is

ft3/s

The flow is

gal/min

The velocity is

ft3/s

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