The use of solar thermal energy for self‐ and passive control of sedimentation in large reservoirs

Solar thermal energy and its possible role with regard to self- passive control sedimentation in large reservoirs behind dams is discussed. It known the impact caused by because drastic reduction of natural water flow velocity rivers consequent sediment trapping. Sediment trapping reservoir has not only an environment reducing transported deltas but also limits useful lifetime dam for flood control, supply, hydropower generation. However, surface together free available solar insolation a method may be possible. The idea simple, namely. Likewise ponds take advantage ultraviolet deep waters, then bottom reservoir, radiation could collected deliberately furrowing floor. mild heating floor will result into convective currents which can recirculate continuously. Utilizing simplified physical model first assessment performed.