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Learning outcome:
In the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
Explain the operation of hydro power plant
Describe the components in hydro power plant
List examples of hydro power plant in the world
Functions
Dam
Intake
Turbine
Generators
Transformer
Outflow
Generator
Shaft
Turbine
Generator
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Ust Ilimskaya,
Russia (4300 MW)
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Yangtze River
Power station:
Turbines
32 700 MW
2 50 MW
Installed capacity
22.5 GW
Capacity factor
0.45
Annual generation 80 TWh
Net generation
556 TWh
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