Hydro-abrasive erosion in Pelton turbine injectors: A numerical study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2018.06.064
Abstract: Abstract Numerical simulations were performed to investigate how the design and the operation conditions of a Pelton turbine injector affect its vulnerability to hydro-abrasive erosion, alongside with its flow control capacity. Use was made of… read more here.
Keywords: abrasive erosion; hydro abrasive; erosion pelton; erosion ... See more keywords
Analytical modelling and mechanism of hydro-abrasive erosion in pelton buckets
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DOI: 10.1016/j.wear.2019.203003
Abstract: Abstract Hydro-abrasive erosion, a severe issue in hydraulic turbines, is caused by sediment laden flow leading to shutdowns and losses. In this study, a simplified analytical model is developed which describes the relationship of hydro-abrasive… read more here.
Keywords: abrasive erosion; hydro abrasive; erosion pelton; erosion ... See more keywords
Effect and mechanism of erosion in Pelton turbine and case studies—A review
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DOI: 10.1063/5.0191051
Abstract: Pelton turbines are widely used in hydropower stations located in mountainous regions, especially with water head drop of more than 2000 m. Due to the complex structure and working principle of the turbine, the flow is… read more here.
Keywords: case studies; erosion pelton; pelton; turbine ... See more keywords