As the effects of climate change are becoming severe, countries need to substantially reduce carbon emissions. Small hydropower (SHP) can be a useful renewable energy source with high density for reduction emission. Therefore, it is necessary revitalize development SHP expand use energy. To efficiently plan and utilize this source, there assess future potential based on an accurate runoff predi...

Based on the principles of system thought and related enterprise integration methodologies, a process oriented methodology and ICMMS (Intelligent Control-Maintenance-technical Management Systems) reference model for hydropower plants are proposed. Because the structures of the hydropower generating process are unchanging from the point of view of energy conversion, the methodology employs the p...

Sediment erosion not only reduces efficiency and life of hydropower turbines but also causes problems in operation and maintenance. Several factors are responsible for this erosion in hydro turbine components. This paper presents the sediment erosion types in hydraulic turbines and their components based upon an extensive literature review and the field observation at Cahua hydropower plant, Pe...

In the framework of new feed-in-tariff system in Switzerland for Small Hydropower Plants (SHP), aim SmallFLEX project, led by HES-SO Valais and performed collaboration with EPFL, WSL, EAWAG, PVE, FMV, is to show how SHP can provide winter peak energy ancillary services, whilst remaining eco-compatible. The pilot demonstrator site selected small hydropower plant Gletsch-Oberwald (KWGO) owned FMV...