| Preface | 6 |
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| Acknowledgements | 8 |
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| Contents | 9 |
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| Theoretical Aspects | 16 |
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| 1 Introduction | 17 |
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| Abstract | 17 |
| 1.1 Micro/Pico Hydroelectric Power Stations | 18 |
| 1.2 Micro/Pico Hydraulic Turbines | 20 |
| 1.2.1 The Pelton/Turgo Turbine | 20 |
| 1.2.2 The Cross Flow Turbine | 22 |
| 1.2.3 The Propeller Turbine | 23 |
| 1.2.4 The Pump as Turbine (PAT) | 23 |
| 1.3 Field of PAT Application | 27 |
| 1.3.1 Introduction | 27 |
| 1.3.2 Natural Streams | 28 |
| 1.3.3 Water Supply | 30 |
| 1.3.4 Other Users | 33 |
| References | 39 |
| 2 Reverse Pump Theory | 41 |
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| Abstract | 41 |
| 2.1 PAT Components | 42 |
| 2.1.1 The Volute | 42 |
| 2.1.2 The Impeller | 43 |
| 2.1.3 The Draft Tube | 44 |
| 2.2 PAT Theory | 44 |
| 2.3 Flow Pattern in a Pump and in a PAT | 47 |
| 2.4 Application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to a PAT | 50 |
| 2.4.1 Importance of CFD | 50 |
| 2.4.2 Mathematical Approach | 51 |
| 2.4.3 PAT Geometry Modeling and Mesh Generation | 52 |
| 2.4.4 CFD Solutions for a PAT | 56 |
| 2.5 Cavitation in a PAT | 59 |
| 2.6 Pressure Surge Analysis in a PAT | 62 |
| References | 70 |
| 3 Industrial Aspects of PAT Design Improvement | 72 |
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| Abstract | 72 |
| 3.1 Impeller Refinement | 73 |
| 3.1.1 Rounding of the Blade s Leading Edge and the Hub/Shroud Inlet Edges of a PAT | 73 |
| 3.1.2 Impeller Diameter (Trimming Effect) | 75 |
| 3.2 Inlet/Outlet Part Refinement | 75 |
| 3.3 PAT Reliability | 78 |
| 3.4 PAT Life Cycle | 83 |
| References | 85 |
| PAT Based Micro/Pico Hydropower Stations | 87 |
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| 4 PAT Selection | 88 |
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| Abstract | 88 |
| 4.1 Theoretical and Practical Methods | 88 |
| 4.2 Estimation of Characteristic Curves | 94 |
| 4.3 Rotational Speed Selection | 98 |
| 4.4 Impeller Diameter Selection | 99 |
| 4.5 PATs in Parallel | 99 |
| 4.6 PAT-Pump Direct Coupling | 101 |
| References | 106 |
| 5 PAT Control Systems | 108 |
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| Abstract | 108 |
| 5.1 Operating Conditions in a WSN | 109 |
| 5.2 PAT Working Conditions | 114 |
| 5.2.1 The HR Mode | 115 |
| 5.2.2 The ER Mode | 115 |
| 5.2.3 The HER Mode | 116 |
| 5.2.4 The SSP Mode | 117 |
| 5.3 Plant Effectiveness | 119 |
| 5.3.1 System Capability | 119 |
| 5.3.2 System Reliability | 120 |
| 5.3.3 System Flexibility | 121 |
| 5.3.4 System Sustainability | 121 |
| 5.4 PAT Selection | 122 |
| References | 127 |
| 6 Civil Engineering Design, Electromechanics, Installation and Operation | 128 |
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| Abstract | 128 |
| 6.1 Civil Engineering Design | 128 |
| 6.1.1 Intake and Turbine Inlet | 129 |
| 6.1.2 The Powerhouse | 132 |
| 6.1.3 Turbine Outlet | 134 |
| 6.2 Mechanical Components | 134 |
| 6.2.1 The Shaft | 136 |
| 6.2.2 The Shaft Seal | 136 |
| 6.2.3 The Bearing | 137 |
| 6.2.4 The Coupling | 138 |
| 6.3 Electrical components | 138 |
| 6.4 Installation Procedure | 144 |
| 6.5 Operation and Maintenance | 146 |
| References | 147 |
| Applications and Impacts | 148 |
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| 7 Location of a PAT in a Water Transmission and Distribution System | 149 |
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| Abstract | 149 |
| 7.1 Selecting the Site | 150 |
| 7.2 Flow Rate and Head Measurement | 152 |
| 7.3 Pressure Control in Water Transmission Systems | 157 |
| 7.4 Identification of Dissipation Points | 158 |
| 7.5 Dynamic Control of Pressure | 162 |
| 7.6 Numerical Methods | 164 |
| 7.6.1 Hydraulic Modelling | 164 |
| 7.6.2 Control Valves | 166 |
| 7.6.3 Runaway Conditions | 169 |
| 7.7 Pressure Surge Control | 171 |
| 7.7.1 Basic Considerations | 171 |
| 7.7.2 PAT Shutdowns with Control Valve Closure | 177 |
| 7.7.3 PAT Start-Up and Control Valve Opening | 178 |
| 7.7.4 Overspeed Effect in a PAT | 178 |
| References | 179 |
| 8 PAT System Economic Analysis | 182 |
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| Abstract | 182 |
| 8.1 Fundaments | 183 |
| 8.2 Time Value of Money | 185 |
| 8.3 Methods of Economic Evaluation | 187 |
| 8.3.1 Net Present Value (NPV) | 188 |
| 8.3.2 Benefit/Cost Ratio (B/C) | 188 |
| 8.3.3 Internal Rate of Return (IRR) | 188 |
| 8.3.4 Payback Period (T) | 189 |
| 8.3.5 Economic Feasibility | 189 |
| 8.4 Effects of the Lifetime Cycle | 190 |
| References | 195 |
| 9 Application of PAT Technology | 197 |
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| Abstract | 197 |
| 9.1 Working Plants | 198 |
| 9.1.1 Malecòn, Spain | 198 |
| 9.1.2 San Vito di Cadore, Italy | 202 |
| 9.1.3 Capodacqua, Italy | 205 |
| 9.1.4 Conejeras and Cartuja, Spain | 207 |
| 9.1.5 San Antonio, Chile | 208 |
| 9.1.6 Beliche, Portugal | 210 |
| 9.2 Pilot Plants | 212 |
| 9.2.1 Naples, Italy, Pilot Plant | 212 |
| 9.2.2 Lisbon, Portugal, Pilot Plant | 216 |
| References | 225 |