A volute in the context of a pump refers to a spiral-shaped casing or channel that is part of the pump design, specifically in centrifugal pumps. Its primary function is to convert the velocity of the fluid exiting the impeller into pressure energy. Here's a breakdown of how a volute works: 1. **Fluid Flow**: As the impeller rotates, it imparts kinetic energy to the fluid, causing it to flow outwards from the center of the impeller.
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