A REVIEW ON POTENTIAL OF HYDROPOWER AND TURBINE SYSTEMS FOR MICRO HYDRO POWER PLANTS

Abstract

In this article, the subject of research is hydro turbine systems for micro hydroelectric power plants, and much attention is paid to the hydropower potential and the possibility of their development. Electricity is important in the socio-economic sphere. Hydropower is one of the most suitable and efficient renewable energy sources with over a century of experience in generating electricity. Capacity and construction are

the two main criteria by which hydropower plants are classified. On the scale of power: large, small and micro hydropower. By design: dam structures with a reservoir, run of river, pumped storage, in stream. The purpose of the study was to review and analyze the potential of hydropower, as well as various designs of hydro turbines. Various types of hydraulic turbines have been studied. The classification of hydraulic turbines for small and micro hydroelectric power plants is given. General descriptions of hydraulic turbines, their elements and characteristics are presented. Recommendations are made for a suitable hydro turbine for various small hydro power plants.