Jet

Simultaneous jets

This installation includes six dynamic pulsating jets, who all keep their own, slightly different, pace. Together they create a constant expression – a recurring rhythm.

Several simultaneous jets

Resecentrum, Uppsala

Vertical forces

A vertical jet of water is called a jet beam. Due to the relation between the water’s reciprocal forces the jet can create a rhythm when water is pushed up. This is because the surface tension causes water to accumulate in lumps at the top.

There are several types of jet beams. Pulsating jet, where the jet is narrow and held together. The water is cyclically gathered at the top, which brings out a vibrant rhythm. A dynamic jet has a low pressure, which causes the water to fall more like a coat along the sides. A skyformation is a thin beam, with a ball of foam at the top. A turbulent jet is a powerful version of the jet beam, where the top is divided into several smaller rays. A cascade jet is mounted underneath the surface and creates much foam and a conic shape.