Quick Answer
Calculate Tailings Beach Slope Empirical Model for Centerline Raise Dams
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Result Interpretation
Tailings Beach Slope Empirical Model for Centerline Raise Dams Calculator computes Beach slope (tan θ) in dimensionless using the defined engineering formula and the input values provided.
Worked Example
Verified calculation
Given:
- Solids mass concentration = 1420
- D50 particle size = 0.00011
- Deposition velocity ratio = 1.75
Expected Result:
- Beach slope (tan θ) = 5.8628902860582E-7
Engineering Interpretation:
Under the given input conditions, the calculated result is: Beach slope (tan θ) = 5.8628902860582E-7 dimensionless.
The actual numerical result is computed by the Runtime engine using the persisted tool definition. The values shown here come from automatically validated test cases.
Formula / Method
tan θ = 0.0025 * pow(solids mass concentration, -0.45) * pow(d50 particle size, 0.62) * deposition velocity ratioFormula family: formula_tailings_centerline_raise_beach_slope_calculator
Variables
| Symbol | Label | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solids mass concentration | Solids mass concentration | INPUT | Solids mass concentration |
| D50 particle size | D50 particle size | INPUT | D50 particle size |
| Deposition velocity ratio | Deposition velocity ratio | INPUT | Deposition velocity ratio |
| Beach slope (tan θ) | Beach slope (tan θ) | OUTPUT | Beach slope (tan θ) |
Calculation Steps
- Enter the solids mass concentration in kg/m3.
- Enter the d50 particle size in m.
- Enter the deposition velocity ratio in dimensionless.
- Step 1: Compute beach slope (tan θ).
- Read the beach slope (tan θ) (dimensionless) from the results.
Engineering Summary
Calculate Tailings Beach Slope Empirical Model for Centerline Raise Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this calculator calculate?
The Tailings Beach Slope Empirical Model for Centerline Raise Dams Calculator estimates Beach slope (tan θ) based on the input parameters you provide
Why is solids mass concentration important in this calculation?
solids mass concentration is directly proportional to beach slope (tan θ). When you enter solids mass concentration in kg/m3, the calculator uses it in the engineering formula to compute the output
How should I interpret the result beach slope (tan θ)?
The calculator outputs beach slope (tan θ) in dimensionless. The result is computed directly from the input values using the defined engineering formula
What units should I use for the inputs?
Enter each value in the units shown next to the input field: Solids mass concentration (kg/m3), D50 particle size (m), Deposition velocity ratio (dimensionless). Make sure all inputs use the specified units for consistent results
What assumptions does this calculator use?
This calculator uses automatically validated engineering formulas. Results are approximate and should be validated against site-specific conditions, applicable codes, and professional engineering judgment
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