Hydroelectric Trainer

Description of Hydroelectric Trainer

The Hydroelectric Trainer Module allows students to convert water power to electricity like many large scale hydro-power plants. The module has a turbine and an adjustable pressure control that emulates the flow and volume of water. The trainer panel has all parts and controls that allow a student to harness the electricity for different uses. Running water from rivers and waterfalls were the primary energy sources for various societies that existed centuries ago. This module provides a real possibility of having the student use the kinetic energy of water to operate a turbine and produce electricity in real time. The multiple lights and the control knobs provide various load levels on the turbine to simulate brown-outs in cities.

Specification of Hydroelectric Trainer

1. Meters and Controls:

• 2.5” Ammeter: Field Current 0-3 Amps
• 2.5” Voltmeter: Output 0-25 volts
• 2.5” Ammeter: Output Current 0-5 Amps
• 2.5” Water Pressure Gauge: 0-160 PSI
• Field Adjust Rheostat
• Flowmeter Option
• Load Adjust Rheostat
• Spare Nozzle for Additional Tests
• Load Display Selector Switches
• Eight (8) 1” Panel Lights
• Output Terminals
• Load Board Assembly, for output measurements

2. Trainer Rating:

• Input Power: 115 volts AC (1 amp)
• Input Water: 3 GPM
• Output Power: 0-20 volts DC

3. Equipment and Parts:

• Hydroelectric Generator
• Load Board Assembly
• Drain Hose
• Pump Assembly
• Pressure Adjustment
• Additional Nozzle
• Water Storage Tank