ABSTRACT

Providing essential theory and useful practical techniques for implementing hydroelectric projects, this book outlines the resources, power generation technologies, applications, and strengths and weaknesses for hydroelectric technologies. Emphasizing the links between energy and the environment, it serves as a useful background resource and facilitates decision-making regarding which renewable energy technology works best for different types of applications and regions. Including examples, real-world case studies, and lessons learned, each chapter contains exercise questions, references, and ample photographs and technical drawings from actual micro hydropower plants.

chapter 1|14 pages

Development of Hydropower

chapter 2|24 pages

Basics of Hydropower

chapter 4|20 pages

Intake and Diversion Works

chapter 5|26 pages

Headrace

chapter 6|34 pages

Gravel Trap, Settling Basin, and Forebay

chapter 7|28 pages

Penstocks

chapter 8|24 pages

Powerhouse

chapter 9|30 pages

Hydraulic Turbines

chapter 10|28 pages

Impulse Turbines

chapter 11|40 pages

Reaction Turbines

chapter 12|16 pages

Very Low Head and River Current Turbines

chapter 13|52 pages

Electrical Power

chapter 14|18 pages

Economic Analysis of Infrastructure Projects