Advanced flow channels

Advanced flow channels .

Description of Advanced flow channels:

300 x 450 mm flow channel (Advanced flow channels) is designed in a modular way to allow different configurations to be purchased against the current and future needs of the user. The basic channel is manufactured in 5m sections such that a length of up to 20m can be purchased. The walls of the channel are made from plexiglass (with toughened glass options), the base of the channel is formed from aluminium (with a stainless steel option), and the frame from a coated mild steel fabrication. The inlet chamber has been designed from experience with cavitation tunnels to provide a relatively stable flow. Flow straighteners and guide vanes are used. A choice of between one and three flow pumps can be ordered to provide maximum flow rates between 0.3 and 0.8m/s at maximum operating depths. Higher flow rates can be achieved with a smaller depth of water.

Experimental Capability of Advanced flow channels:

1. Depending on the options purchased, experiments include:  
2. Flow related experiments in open channels  
3. Use and performance of weirs, dams and other hydro structures  
4. Sedimentation transport and settlement  
5. Wind and wave effects on structures  
6. Hull resistance tests and performance  
7. Tidal turbine power measurement

Specifications And Dimensions of Advanced flow channels:

1. Flow channel with flow cross section of 300 x 450 mm  
2. Operating length 5 to 20m in modular 5m sections  
3. Flow rate of 0.3m/s with variable speed drives with options of higher flow rates  
4. Overall dimensions 1.8m high 1.2m wide and 3m longer than operating length  
5. Storage tanks for 2/3 normal water depths