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Material Type: Notes; Class: Topics in ELT: Overview of Alternative Energy Resources (Solar, Wind and Hydroelectric); Subject: Electronic/Computer Technology; University: Oakton Community College; Term: Spring 2009;
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History Basic Principles Turbine Types Specification & Sizing
Since ancient times used in grainaries Starting in 1880’s many converted to generating electricity By 1889 there were 200 plants Provided 25% of US power by 1920
Impulse Reaction
Turbine spins as a result of a jet of water impacting the buckets on a wheel Requires a high head pressure Lower flow rate requirement 80 to 95% efficiency