Report on modular hydropower demonstration

Technical Report · Thu Sep 01 04:00:00 EDT 1988

OSTI ID:6266082

Pelton, F

This report describes an Energy Authority project to demonstrate the use of modular small hydropower systems at two sites. The project demonstrated that 'off-the-shelf' components can be used to construct a functionally reliable, cost-effective hydropower system at a significant savings over custom-designed systems. A key feature of the modular system is the replacement of the conventional hydroelectric turbine with a pump operated in reverse. Also, the construction of a water-intake system in the dam is replaced with a siphon penstock. Further cost and time savings are gained from the use of a prefabricated powerhouse and automated control equipment. The project demonstrated that modular systems are an attractive option for sites with capacities from under 100 to 500 kilowatts. The modular concept is applicable at about 250 sites Statewide, with a combined capacity of up to 400 MW.

• Research Organization: Acres International Corp., Amherst, NY (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6266082
• Report Number(s): PB-89-162044/XAB
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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