Austrittskanal

Austrittskanal, literally “outflow channel,” is a German term used to describe a channel that carries fluids, gases, or other substances out of a system. The precise meaning depends on the field, but the central idea is an exit pathway.

In hydrology and civil engineering, the Austrittskanal is the discharge conduit of a basin, reservoir, or wetland. It may be natural or artificial and is designed to convey water while controlling rate, sediment, and backflow. Structures such as gates, weirs, or outlets may be integrated to regulate discharge.

In urban drainage and wastewater engineering, the term refers to channels or conduits that carry stormwater or effluent from a system to a receiving body. Design goals include sufficient capacity, protection against surcharge, and regulatory compliance.

In mechanical and industrial contexts, an Austrittskanal denotes an outlet or exhaust duct that carries air, gas, or process fluids away from equipment, machinery, or enclosures. It is part of ventilation and exhaust systems.

In anatomy or physiology, the term can be used to describe an exit duct or channel that transports secretions or luminal contents from a gland or organ. More common terminology in biology is ductus or excretory duct, but Austrittskanal may appear in some descriptions.

Etymology and usage: from Austritt (exit) and Kanal (canal). The term is descriptive and context-dependent, with equivalents such as outflow channel, outfall, or outlet duct in other languages.