Pulsating pumping gets rid of turbulence. (IMAGE)

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Pulsating pumping gets rid of turbulence.

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The pump first quickly accelerates the water and then slows it down. This is followed by a resting phase without pumping where the movement of any turbulence can die down. This pumping motion is inspired by the pulse shape of the human heart.

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© Thomas Zauner / ISTA

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