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Scientific Object Identifier: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-06-50-1
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2017.06.50.1
Language: English
Citation: Ajenikoko GA, Ashafa OA (2017) DEVELOPMENT OF A FLOW RATE MODEL FOR RETROFITTING OF DAM FOR HYDROELECTRIC POWER GENERATION. ISJ Theoretical & Applied Science, 06 (50): 1-13. Soi: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-06-50-1 Doi: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2017.06.50.1 |
Pages: 1-13
Published: 30.06.2017
Abstract: Retrofitting is the addition of an existing dam with hydroelectric power generation capabilities. It is a cost- effective way of increasing electricity production. Hydroelectric power generation is the electricity generated by hydropower and the production of electrical power through the use of the gravitational force of falling or flowing water. The cost of hydroelectricity is very low, making it competitive. A dam is used to collect water or for storage of water which can be evenly distributed between locations. Dam serves the purpose of retaining water, while other structures such as floodgates are used to manage or prevent water flow into specific land regions. The acute power outage in Ilorin, the capital city of Kwara state makes most organizations to produce below the optimal level. This research paper develops a flow rate model for retrofitting of ASA dam in Ilorin, Kwara state for hydroelectric power generation. The available theoretical powers, kinetic energy, potential theoretical energy as well as the weekly water levels of Asa Dam were used as input parameters for the development of the flow rate model. The flow rate model is then simulated in MATLAB environment to establish the linear relationship between the power and the falling height of the dam. The result of the model shows that the theoretical power varies linearly as the falling height of water in the dam while maintaining a constant flow rate of about 50m3/s.
Key words: Flow Rate, Retrofitting, Dams, Hydroelectric Generation, Water Turbine Generators, Theoretical Power, Penstock, Falling Height.
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