Meanings
noundownthrust (countable and uncountable, plural downthrusts)
plural downthrusts
- countableuncountableDownward thrust.
The differential pressure across each impeller and hence the pump may exceed safe operating limits. Pumps are designed for some downthrust – however, if the downthrust is excessive, it will cause additional wear […]
2025, Manickavasakan S. Nadar, Applied Gas Lift Technology-A Contemporary Data-driven Approach, page 23
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