U-tube

Noun

Meaning

U-tube (plural U-tubes)

(sciences, engineering) A tube in the shape of a capital U, in certain applications having a semipermeable membrane in the middle.

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

U-shaped manometer

Examples

In modern laboratories precise measurements of relative density are made using oscillating U-tube meters. Source: Internet

The pitot tube can be inserted through a small hole in the duct with the pitot connected to a U-tube water gauge or some other differential pressure gauge for determining the flow velocity inside the ducted wind tunnel. Source: Internet

Typically, a U-tube manometer is used, which directly shows the pressure difference between the container and the atmosphere. Source: Internet

To further minimize mixing of the electrolytes, a salt bridge can be used which consists of an electrolyte saturated gel in an inverted U-tube. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

u-space u-stem u-substitution u-turn U-turner U-value