Inertial (or transient) cavitation is the process in which a void or bubble in a liquid rapidly collapses, producing a shock wave. It occurs in nature in the strikes of mantis shrimp and pistol shrimp, as well …

Oct 16, 2025 · cavitation, formation of vapour bubbles within a liquid at low-pressure regions that occur in places where the liquid has been accelerated to high velocities, as in the operation of centrifugal …

Aug 25, 2021 · In the simplest possible terms, cavitation involves the formation of water vapor bubbles that damage metal components when they collapse back to the liquid phase.

Cavitation occurs in fluid flow systems where the local static pressures are below the fluids vapor pressure. Cavitation is a common problem in pumps and control valves - causing serious wear, tear …

Aug 25, 2025 · What is cavitation, and why does it matter? When pressure drops suddenly in a liquid, vapor bubbles form and collapse with incredible force. This video explores the basics of cavitation …

Jun 5, 2025 · Cavitation occurs when the pressure in a liquid drops below its vapor pressure, causing vapor bubbles to form. As these bubbles move into higher-pressure regions of the pump, they …

Dec 1, 2025 · Cavitation is commonly seen in pumps, boat propellers, turbines, and hydraulic machines where liquid flows at high speed. It also plays an important role in ultrasonic cleaning, medical …

May 29, 2024 · Cavitation is a phenomenon in fluid mechanics where vapor bubbles form in a liquid at low pressure areas and collapse in higher pressure areas, leading to various effects, some of which …

Cavitation occurs when the static pressure of a liquid drops below its vapor pressure, leading to the formation of small vapor-filled cavities or “bubbles” within the liquid.

Jul 3, 2025 · Cavitation happens when vapor bubbles form in low-pressure zones within the liquid being pumped and then move to higher pressure areas where they collapse, releasing energy that can …