Analysis Of the Various Features of a Simple Fluid Barometer Using COPRAS Method
Abstract
A simple fluid barometer is a device used to measure atmospheric pressure by utilizing the principle of hydrostatics. It typically consists of a column of liquid, such as mercury or water, within a sealed tube. As atmospheric pressure changes, the liquid level in the tube rises or falls, allowing for pressure measurement. The choice of liquid is crucial in a fluid barometer. Mercury is a traditional and common choice due to its high density, which results in a relatively tall column and high sensitivity to pressure changes. However, due to its toxicity, other alternatives like water or mineral oil are often used. The tube should be made of a material that is chemically compatible with the chosen liquid and does not react with it. Typically, glass or metal tubes are used for their stability and durability. A simple fluid barometer is an essential scientific instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure. The device was invented by Evangelista Torricelli in 1643 and is the basis for modern mercury and aneroid barometers. The core of a simple fluid barometer is a U-shaped glass tube filled with a liquid, typically mercury or water. This design allows the liquid to respond to changes in atmospheric pressure. Research Significance: The U-shaped tube design enables the measurement of atmospheric pressure variations, which is vital for meteorology, weather forecasting, and various scientific and engineering applications. Within the COPRAS-G framework, it is essential to define selection criteria, evaluate information related to these criteria, and formulate techniques for assessing the needs of meeting participants. To assess the surrogate's overall performance, certain standards need to be established. When a decision needs to be made, the decision maker (DM) is faced with the task of weighing a specific set of options, each with competing requirements, and selecting one from the range of available choices. The Complexity Proportionality Assessment (COPRAS) method can be employed as a solution in this decision-making process. From the result Barometer model E got first rank whereas the Barometer model A is having the lowest rank.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Multi-Criteria Decision Making
Material Selection and Properties
Decision Support System Applications
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal on Electronic and Automation Engineering
- Volume
- 5
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 30–30
- Publication date
- 12 February 2026
- Language
- EN