Q2: A: A hydro-electric station is operated with a mean head (h) of 30 m and consume (discharge water) 218.75 * 10 6 m3 of water in one year for the average load. The expected load factor for the station is 80 %. Calculate the power in Kw for which the station should be designed (max.load). Assume that the mechanical efficiency of the turbine is 90% and the efficiency of the generator is 95%.

Q2: A: A hydro-electric station is operated with a mean head (h) of 30 m and consume (discharge water) 218.75 * 10 6 m3 of water in one year for the average load. The expected load factor for the station is 80 %. Calculate the power in Kw for which the station should be designed (max.load). Assume that the mechanical efficiency of the turbine is 90% and the efficiency of the generator is 95%.

Power System Analysis and Design (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter2: Fundamentals

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