An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Systems for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in hydroelectric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. COMPUTER SIMULATION OF POWER POTENTIAL, 2. POWER PLANT SIZING, 3. POWER OPERATIONS, 4. POWER PLANT STRUCTURES, 5. GENERATOR VOLTAGE, STATION SERVICE AND CONTROLS, 6. HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS, 7. GENERATORS, 8. TURBINES, 9. OIL, COMPRESSED AIR, PLUMBING AND FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, 10. WATER SUPPLY, UNWATERING AND DRAINAGE, 11. PUMPED STORAGE.




An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. POWER SYSTEM OPERATION, 3. TYPES OF HYDROPOWER PROJECTS, 4. COMPONENTS OF HYDRO PROJECTS, 5. COMPONENTS OF A POWERHOUSE, 6. TYPES OF TURBINES.




An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Systems


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for civil, mechanical and electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in hydroelectric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. COMPUTER SIMULATION OF POWER POTENTIAL 2. POWER PLANT SIZING 3. POWER OPERATIONS 4. POWER PLANT STRUCTURES 5. GENERATOR VOLTAGE, STATION SERVICE AND CONTROLS 6. HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS 7. GENERATORS 8. TURBINES 9. OIL, COMPRESSED AIR, PLUMBING AND FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 10. WATER SUPPLY, UNWATERING AND DRAINAGE 11. PUMPED STORAGE.




An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plant Sizing for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in planning of hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. PROCEDURE FOR SIZING POWERPLANTS, 3. POWER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND MARKETABILITY CONSIDERATIONS., 4. PHYSICAL CONSTRAINTS, 5. ENVIRONMENTAL AND NON-POWER OPERATING CONSTRAINTS, 6. SELECTION OF ALTERNATIVE POWER INSTALLATIONS, 7. DEPENDABLE CAPACITY, 8. INTERMITTENT CAPACITY, 9. FLEXIBILITY, 10. MEASURES FOR FIRMING UP PEAKING CAPACITY, 11. HOURLY OPERATION STUDIES.




An Introduction to Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Power Plant Projects for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in pumped storage hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF OFF-STREAM, PUMPED-STORAGE PROJECTS, 3. OVERALL STUDY PROCEDURE, 4. SEQUENTIAL ROUTING STUDIES, 5. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS, 6. ANALYSIS OF PUMP-BACK PROJECTS, 7. SOCIAL PROBLEMS.




An Introduction to Fire Protection for Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for Professional Engineers interested in fire protection engineering for hydroelectric power plants and related structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DESIGN CRITERIA, 3. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, 4. DESIGN SUBMITTALS, 5. SHOP DRAWINGS, 6. OIL STORAGE AND OIL PURIFICATION ROOMS, 7. PAINT AND FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS, STORAGE ROOM, 8. HYDROELECTRIC GENERATORS, 9. TRANSFORMERS, 10. FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANELS AND UNITS, 11. PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, 12. DETECTIONS, 13. ISOLATION AND FIRE AND SMOKE CONTROL.




An Introduction to Auxiliary Electric Power Systems for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in auxiliary electric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS, 3. PRIME MOVERS, 4. GENERATORS AND EXCITERS , 5. SWITCHGEAR, 6. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, 7. LUBRICATING OIL PURIFICATION.




An Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems for Professional Engineers


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Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in renewable electric energy systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. WIND SYSTEMS, 2. PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS, 3. LANDFILL GAS SYSTEMS, 4. GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS, 5. BIOMASS SYSTEMS, 6. UTILITY INTERCONNECTION.




Introduction to Hydro Energy Systems


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The authors have tried to strike a balance between a short book chapter and a very detailed book for subject experts. There are three prime reasons behind for doing so: first, the field is quite interdisciplinary and requires simplified presentation for a person from non-parent discipline. The second reason for this short-version of a full book is that both the authors have seen students and technically oriented people, who were searching for this type of book on hydro energy. The third reason and motivation was considering engineers who are starting their career in hydro energy sector. This book is targeted to present a good starting background and basic understanding for such professionals.




An Introduction to Auxiliary Power Systems Switchgear for Professional Engineers


Book Description

Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and construction managers interested in switchgear for auxiliary electric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. SWITCHGEAR DEFINITION, 2. TYPES OF SWITCHGEAR, 3. LOW VOLTAGE ELEMENTS, 4. MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELEMENTS, 5. TRANSFER SWITCHES, 6. REGULATORS, 7. INSTRUMENTATION, 8. RELAYS, 9. MISCELLANEOUS DEVICES.