Methods for producing hydro-electric power

Details Methods for producing hydro-electric power Methods for producing hydro-electric power

1999-03-30

2000-06-13

Nguyen, Hoang

Power plants

Fluid within expansible chamber heated or cooled

Having means within the working chamber to effect the...

415202, 416197B, F01B 2900

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060734450

ABSTRACT:
A process for producing power by displacing water from a tank for operating a hydro-electric apparatus such as a turbine or Pelton wheel. In one embodiment, combustion products from fossil fuels are utilized to displace water from a reservoir or tank. The combustion products are generated by burning a fuel in a gas that contains more than 25% by volume oxygen to generate a hotter flame and less pollutants. If desired, the fuel and gas can be combusted in the reservoir or tank. In another embodiment, differences in pressure can be used to displace water from a reservoir to the hydro-electric apparatus. With these processes, hydro-electric power can be generated at greatly increased efficiencies compared to the prior art.

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