Open-channel integrating-type flow meter
Open-File Report
By: K.C. Koopman
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Abstract
A relatively inexpensive meter for measuring cumulative flow in open channels with a rated control,. called a "totalizer", was developed. It translates the nonlinear function of gage height to flow by use of a cam and a float. A variable resistance element in an electronic circuit is controlled by the float so that the electron flow in the circuit corresponds to the flow of water. The flow of electricity causes electroplating of an electrode with silver. The amount of silver deposited is proportionate to the flow of water. The total flow of water is determined by removing the silver from the electrode at a fixed rate with ·an electronic device and recording the time for removal with a counter. The circuit is designed so that the ,resultant reading on the counter is in acre-feet of water.
Suggested Citation
Koopman, K., 1971, Open-channel integrating-type flow meter: Open-File Report, 25 p., https://doi.org/10.3133/70047678.
| Publication type | Report |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | USGS Unnumbered Series |
| Title | Open-channel integrating-type flow meter |
| Series title | Open-File Report |
| DOI | 10.3133/70047678 |
| Year Published | 1971 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S. Geological Survey |
| Publisher location | Albuquerque, NM |
| Description | 25 p. |