Modelling of hydraulic components for hydroelectric power generating units

The thesis deals with a procedure for developing mathematical models of hydraulic components for hydroelectric power generating units. Hydraulic system components modelled are the penstock, reservoir, surge tank, Francis turbine and the wicket gate actuator. A modelling philosophy is suggested. The...

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Main Author: Thiessen, Peter Stewart
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2011
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/32601