Abrégé

A power generating system in a dam or impoundment where a section is removed by precision saw cutting to create a void or a base placed adjacent to the dame or impoundment is inserted for the mounting of a turbine frame with a plurality of power generating ceils comprising a turbine and a generator and a second removed section to create voids for outlet draft tubes where the turbine frame is matabiy inserted in the first void, the turbines in said frame are positioned to permit water flow through the turbines and out the voids for outlet flow, and the turbines are operably engaged to a plurality of generators for generating power from the movement of water across the turbines. The cells may be mounted on top of a dam weir after precision removal to create a base and may have added draft tubes for water flow.

Classes IPC  ?

• F03B 13/10 - Ensembles fonctionnels immergés comportant génératrices ou moteurs électriques
• F03B 13/12 - Adaptations des "machines" ou machines motrices pour une utilisation particulièreCombinaisons des "machines" ou machines motrices avec les appareils entraînés ou qu'ils entraînentCentrales électriques ou ensembles machine-appareil caractérisés par leur utilisation de l'énergie des vagues ou des marées

Abrégé

A low head power generating system is disclosed including a wall pivotably attachable to a structure for moving between a generally upright position and a generally flat position. In the upright position, the structure or wall impounds water, and has a power generating cell connected to the wall, which rotates by movement of water there-through and is operably connectable to a generator for generating power. A support braces the wall in the upright position. The support is adjustable with a first end connected to the wall and a second end extended against a structure, and can be an inflatable bladder, a pressurized piston or other mechanism to move the wall. The cell can be mounted on the surface of the wall or integrated within the wall.

Classes IPC  ?

• E02B 9/00 - Installations hydrauliquesTracé, construction, équipement, procédés ou appareils pour leur réalisation
• E02B 9/02 - Canalisations d'eau
• E02B 7/40 - Vannes basculantes ou tournantes

Abrégé

A floatable or moveable and/or fixed frame for insertion of power generating modules to generate power from impounded water through the frame in lock and dam and other settings presenting head potential and moving water. The frame is prefabricated and moved onto site as a module or modules, or as a ballastable marine hulled device with positions in the frame for insertion of modular elements including a generator, a turbine and a spacer for configuring a generating cell in different positions within the frame. A gantry positioned on the frame permits easy movement of individual modules into position.

Classes IPC  ?

• F03B 13/10 - Ensembles fonctionnels immergés comportant génératrices ou moteurs électriques