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Reprinted from WATERPOWER'97
Proceedings of the International
Conference on Hydropower
Published by ASCE
Held August 5 - 8, 1997,
Increase Profits from Low-head Hydropower Sites
Alan E. Belcher1
Presents a novel application of the manometric engine/pump
to increase annual revenues from selected hydropower sites. An ideal site is
characterized. An analysis of power duration curves for a typical site
illustrates the potential benefits to be gained in terms of increased annual
power generation. A brief historical background is given. Principles of the
manometric engine/pump set are explained. Installation and operation of a
hypothetical plant is described.
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Alan E., 1995, "Recovery of Revenues Lost to Fish Passage,"
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