volute

/vˈɒluːt/

/vˈɑːluːt/

volute

in the shape of a coil

synonyms : coiling

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Volute

a structure consisting of something wound in a continuous series of loops

synonyms : coil

ornament consisting of a curve on a plane that winds around a center with an increasing distance from the center

synonyms : spiral

a spiral or scroll-like architectural ornament, typically found at the top or bottom of a column capital, staircase railing, or decorative molding

Examples

1. The pump casing has a volute running around the circumference of the pump casing.

2. So the volute is therefore shaped to match this and direct the fluid.

3. You can see inside of the volute there as it's increasing and going up towards the discharge port.

4. As the water collects in the volute, it slows down and this converts its kinetic energy into static pressure.