Practice Francis Turbine (reaction Turbine) (6) - Hydraulic Turbines - Fluid Mechanics & Hydraulic Machines

Practice: Francis Turbine (Reaction Turbine)

Lesson 6Hydraulic Turbines

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Question 1.
What is the primary function of a Francis turbine?
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Think about its role in hydroelectric power plants.
Question 2.
What type of flow does water undergo in a Francis turbine?
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Consider how the water changes direction inside the turbine.
3Question 3.
What is the main advantage of the mixed flow design in a Francis turbine?
- Higher efficiency
- Lower costs
- Increased space requirements
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Think about how the flow enters and exits the turbine.
4Question 4.
True or False: Francis turbines are best suited for high head and low flow applications.
- True
- False
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Recall the classification of turbines based on head and flow.
Question 5.
Calculate the efficiency of a Francis turbine given the power delivered to the runner is 80 kW and the water power at the inlet is 100 kW.
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Use the formula for hydraulic efficiency.
Question 6.
If a Francis turbine is operating at varying flow rates, discuss how you would optimize its efficiency based on the design characteristics.
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Consider the relationship between flow, pressure, and the turbine design.

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