The type of hydropower turbine selected for a project is based on the height of standing water—referred to as "head"—and the flow, or volume of water, at the site. Other deciding ... The impulse turbine generally uses the velocity of the water to move the runner and discharges to atmospheric pressure. read more
There are two main types of hydro turbines: impulse and reaction. The type of hydropower turbine selected for a project is based on the height of standing water—referred to as"head"—and the flow, or volume of water, at the site. Other deciding factors include how deep the turbine must be set, efficiency, and cost. read more
Turbines are generally clasified by the height at which the water source is with respect to the power plant, not by the size. If the water source is high, then a Pelton type would generally be used, the tubing that carries the water from the water source to the turbine is called the penstock. read more
Pelton Wheel Turbine in Hydroelectric power plant: Pelton wheel is a special type of axial flow impulse turbine generally mounted on horizontal shaft. A number of buckets are mounted round the pheripery of the wheel. read more
There are two main types of hydro turbines: impulse and reaction. The type of hydropower turbine selected for a project is based on the height of standing water—referred to as"head"—and the flow, or volume of water, at the site. Other deciding factors include how deep the turbine must be set, efficiency, and cost. Terms used on this page are defined in the glossary. read more
The prime movers or turbines in hydroelectric power plants converts the kinetic energy of the water into mechanical energy which in turn converts into electrical energy. As per the action of water on the turbines, they are classified as impulse turbine and reaction turbine. read more