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STREAM : Ultra Low Head Micro Hydro Turbine System S

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SEABELL'S STREAM is a micro-hydropower generating system that can generate electricity in ultra-low head with on/off-the-grid source. The pondage created by the controlling sluice gate prior to the inlet regulates the potential energy thereby controlling the kinetic energy that eventually passes through the runner chamber. Its patented vertical dual axis runner structure and bell mouth shape inlet leading to the orifice optimizes input energy at the center maximizing the intake. Simple and compact design enables relatively quick and easy installation utilizing the existing infrastructure without altering the surroundings. Unlike conventional small hydro power schemes / power channel/ power house and penstock delivery are not necessary eliminating vast amount of civil work from the project. Its output range - currently 0.5kW-44kW range - has been tested to ensure stable power output in various terrains and conditions. Due to compact and ease in installation the system is especially suited for de-centralized power generation. Characteristic also concludes to ease in routine maintenance and relatively low off-time operation. Common installations are in agricultural irrigation canals as well as waterways with regulated water discharge such as those in water treatment plants or power plants. It has been identified as a viable solution to rural electrification where grid is not readily available. It will initially act as a quick fix to such regions. Due to its dual on/off grid features once the grid is in place it can act as permanent source of electricity generation whilst retaining its independency and possibly local ownership. STREAM can reduce CO2 with clean reproduction energy generated by hydraulic power. The generated electricity by STREAM will assist people living in non/weakly electrified area to process foods such as fruits and to produce farm products or to produce distinctive crafts and to develop the industry furthermore it will increase the employment. Under the lights people can receive medical treatment at night can be used for entertainment source as well. People can eat the fresh fish or keep flowers fresh with power supply of the cold storage. For the electrified area STREAM can be used for the IPP business model also as power supply at the time of disasters. STREAM is a registered trademark of Micro Hydro Turbine System of Seabell International Co. Ltd.

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Common installations are in agricultural irrigation canals as well as waterways with regulated water discharge such as those in water treatment plants or power plants. It has been identified as a viable solution to rural electrification where grid is not readily available. It will initially act as a quick fix to such regions. Due to its dual on/off grid features once the grid is in place it can act as permanent source of electricity generation whilst retaining its independency and possibly local ownership. STREAM can reduce CO2 with clean reproduction energy generated by hydraulic power. The generated electricity by STREAM will assist people living in non/weakly electrified area to process foods such as fruits and to produce farm products or to produce distinctive crafts and to develop the industry furthermore it will increase the employment. Under the lights people can receive medical treatment at night can be used for entertainment source as well. People can eat the fresh fish or keep flowers fresh with...

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