
Manual – Starflow Ultrasonic Doppler Instrument
Model 6526
Unidata Manual - 6526 Starflow User Manual Issue 17 01 2020.docx
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12.2.2
Velocity Variations Due to Cross-Section Changes
If changes to the channel cross section introduce different velocity regimes within the view of the
Starflow, the histogram is distorted. At low flows in clean streams, the beam can be reflected for
some distance and “see” unexpected velocities from some distance away.
Higher velocities could also be seen at
localised parts of the channel where water
is accelerating around obstacles, or still
carrying the effects of upstream higher
velocities.