Mechanical Engineering - Hydraulic Machines - Discussion
Discussion Forum : Hydraulic Machines - Section 3 (Q.No. 21)
                   
                                       
                                21.
A reciprocating pump is also called a __________ displacement pump.
 
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                        Raghuveer said: 
                         
                        10 years ago
                
                Why it is called as positive displacement pump?
                
                        Narsi said: 
                         
                        5 years ago
                
                Please explain the answer.
                
                        Subrata said: 
                         
                        3 years ago
                
                Yes, pr head is high and has less discharge, but the centrifugal pump is a non-positive displacement pump because the low discharge high head is produced.
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