Hydraulic Jump Calculator

Calculate hydraulic jump parameters in open channel flow. Determine sequent depth, energy loss, and jump characteristics.

Input Parameters

Initial Depth (m)

Initial Velocity (m/s)

Gravity (m/s²)

Results

Enter values and click Calculate

About Hydraulic Jump Calculator

A hydraulic jump is a sudden transition from supercritical to subcritical flow in open channels. The sequent depth is calculated using y₂ = (y₁/2) × (-1 + √(1 + 8×Fr₁²)), where Fr₁ is the initial Froude number.