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...

The aim of the present work is to carry out free surface flow in a Pelton turbine bucket. Steady state numerical simulation has been done for single bucket, this fixed configuration bucket considered. dimensions are be varied same conditions discharge, head, and inclination jet. analysis performed with FLUENT code. results provided by compared two profiles buckets. patterns buckets analyzed fro...