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7 - Kaplan Turbine (Axial Flow Reaction Turbine)

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the primary use of a Kaplan turbine?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about water flow and its characteristics.

Question 2

Easy

Define axial flow in the context of Kaplan turbines.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the direction of water relative to the turbine.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What type of turbine is a Kaplan turbine considered?

  • Impulse
  • Reaction
  • Mixed

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the primary types of turbine actions.

Question 2

True or False: Kaplan turbines are effective only at high heads.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what defines a Kaplan turbine's operational capacity.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze a scenario where the water flow suddenly decreases significantly; discuss the adjustments a Kaplan turbine would need and the potential implications on energy generation.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the relationship between flow and turbine efficiency.

Question 2

Evaluate the performance efficiency of a Kaplan turbine compared to a Pelton wheel in a situation with low head and high water flow.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Compare the operational design of each turbine type against the provided conditions.

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