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Technical feasibility study for power generation from a potential mini hydro site nearby Shoolini University

  • Pundir, Anil (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Shoolini University) ;
  • Kumar, Anil (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Shoolini University)
  • Received : 2014.08.14
  • Accepted : 2014.11.21
  • Published : 2014.06.25

Abstract

Small Hydro-Power (SHP) is an environmental friendly technology. Usually hydro power generation projects are viewed as constructing large dams and reservoirs but available new research and engineering techniques have helped hydro power generation without large dams and without large reservoirs. In India, there are several water installations, irrigation dams, canals, streams or running rivers not tapped to generate power. In these cases the existing system and facilities can help in generating power with less investment and time. This area is yet unexplored. Harnessing a stream for hydroelectric power is a major undertaking for the energy crises and the global issues to go green. In this technical note a potential site for mini hydro power plant nearby Shoolini University is identified and examined for the economic feasibility.

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