Jet quality characteristics according to nozzle shape of energy-recovery pelton turbines in pressure-retarded osmosis

In Chan Jo, Joo Hoon Park, Jeong Won Kim, Youhwan Shin, Jin Taek Chung

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Abstract

Pelton turbines are used for energy recovery in pressure-retarded osmosis (PRO) systems. The quality of jet sprays is a significant factor affecting the performance of these turbines. This study examined jet quality characteristics according to the nozzle geometry of Pelton turbines. Jet quality tests were conducted to analyze the degree of similarity between the actual jet flow and the ideal jet flow. Power loss, discharge coefficients, and performance characteristics of Pelton turbines were examined with respect to the nozzle shape through performance tests of the nozzles and turbines. Furthermore, jet flows were numerically analyzed. The test results and analyses confirm that for a given input power, the recirculation region increases and the jet quality decreases with increasing nozzle throat angle. On the basis of the results, the optimum range of nozzle throat angle for Pelton turbines in PRO systems is suggested.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)24626-24635
Number of pages10
JournalDesalination and Water Treatment
Volume57
Issue number51
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016 Nov

Keywords

  • Energy recovery Pelton turbine
  • Jet quality
  • Nozzle coefficient
  • Nozzle throat angle
  • Pressure-retarded osmosis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Water Science and Technology
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Pollution

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