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4. Glossary
detachment; separation
Phenomenon that occurs when the main flow no longer adheres to the wall.
diffuser; vane diffuser
Divergent part of a pipe, generally designed to convert kinetic energy into pressure energy.
steady flow
Flow in which the various characteristics (pressure, temperature, speed, etc.) have a constant value over time.
secondary flow; écoulement secondaire
A flow caused by the organization of wall disbonds, which can take on considerable importance in relation to the main flow.
fluide compressible; compressible fluid
Fluid whose volume varies under the action of external pressure. The density of a particle varies according to temperature and pressure...
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Organizations – Federations
Profluid : http://www.profluid.org/fr/
French association for pumps, mixers, compressors and valves
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AFNOR standards : https://www.boutique.afnor.org/norme/
- Centrifugal pumps with axial suction PN10 with support under pump casing – Nominal operating point, main dimensions, designation system. - NF EN 733 - (août 1995)
- Technical specifications for centrifugal pumps – Class II. - NF EN ISO 5199...
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