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Efficiency Testing of Pelton Turbines with Artificial Defects—Part 2: Needles and Seat Rings
- Florian Fahrni,
- Thomas Staubli and
- Ernesto Casartelli
The erosion of Pelton turbine components in mountainous areas with high sediment input is a major challenge for energy- and cost-efficient operation. Quantitative data on possible efficiency losses associated with local damage are needed. A systemati...