Download or read book An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Systems written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2017-12-31 with total page 539 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil, mechanical and electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in hydroelectric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. COMPUTER SIMULATION OF POWER POTENTIAL 2. POWER PLANT SIZING 3. POWER OPERATIONS 4. POWER PLANT STRUCTURES 5. GENERATOR VOLTAGE, STATION SERVICE AND CONTROLS 6. HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEMS 7. GENERATORS 8. TURBINES 9. OIL, COMPRESSED AIR, PLUMBING AND FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS 10. WATER SUPPLY, UNWATERING AND DRAINAGE 11. PUMPED STORAGE.