Download or read book An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plant Sizing written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2018-01-19 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil, mechanical and electrical engineers interested in sizing of hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION 2. PROCEDURE FOR SIZING POWERPLANTS 3. POWER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND MARKETABILITY CONSIDERATIONS. 4. PHYSICAL CONSTRAINTS 5. ENVIRONMENTAL AND NON-POWER OPERATING CONSTRAINTS 6. SELECTION OF ALTERNATIVE POWER INSTALLATIONS 7. DEPENDABLE CAPACITY 8. INTERMITTENT CAPACITY 9. FLEXIBILITY 10. MEASURES FOR FIRMING UP PEAKING CAPACITY 11. HOURLY OPERATION STUDIES.