In this course, you will obtain a solid understanding of what Water Hammer really is. Related courses explain more about the theory behind this phenomenon and give you suggestions on good design practices and analysis methods.

Content module 1
1.1 - What is water hammer?

1.2 - Friction: damping & line-packing

1.3 - the Joukowsky equation

1.4 - Unbalanced forces due to water hammer

1.5 - Cavitation in piping

1.6 - Cavitation in elevated piping sections

1.7 - Calculating the wave speed

1.8 - Water hammer scenarios and risks