Hydroelectric Power Generation Plant
Hydroelectric power generation is one of the most sustainable and widely used renewable energy sources globally. This project explores the design, operation, and efficiency of a hydroelectric power generation plant. The system converts the potential energy of stored water into mechanical energy through turbines, which is then transformed into electrical energy using generators. Key components include the dam, reservoir, penstock, turbine, generator, and control systems. The project also discusses environmental impacts, cost efficiency, advantages over non-renewable sources, and integration into modern power grids. By analyzing real-world data and models, this study demonstrates the feasibility and significance of hydroelectric power as a clean, reliable, and renewable energy source for sustainable development.
Authors
- Suryawanshi Kunal
Institutions
- Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (IN)
- Visvesvaraya Technological University (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology
- Published
- 2025-05-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.22214/ijraset.2025.71487
- Primary Topic
- Water-Energy-Food Nexus Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00