Download or read book An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-02-04 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. POWER SYSTEM OPERATION, 3. TYPES OF HYDROPOWER PROJECTS, 4. COMPONENTS OF HYDRO PROJECTS, 5. COMPONENTS OF A POWERHOUSE, 6. TYPES OF TURBINES.

Download or read book An Introduction to Pumped Storage Hydroelectric Power Plant Projects for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-06-23 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers interested in pumped storage hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF OFF-STREAM, PUMPED-STORAGE PROJECTS, 3. OVERALL STUDY PROCEDURE, 4. SEQUENTIAL ROUTING STUDIES, 5. ECONOMIC ANALYSIS, 6. ANALYSIS OF PUMP-BACK PROJECTS, 7. SOCIAL PROBLEMS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Auxiliary Electric Power Systems for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2024-01-14 with total page 229 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in auxiliary electric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEMS, 3. PRIME MOVERS, 4. GENERATORS AND EXCITERS , 5. SWITCHGEAR, 6. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, 7. LUBRICATING OIL PURIFICATION.

Download or read book An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plant Sizing for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-05-21 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in planning of hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. PROCEDURE FOR SIZING POWERPLANTS, 3. POWER SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND MARKETABILITY CONSIDERATIONS., 4. PHYSICAL CONSTRAINTS, 5. ENVIRONMENTAL AND NON-POWER OPERATING CONSTRAINTS, 6. SELECTION OF ALTERNATIVE POWER INSTALLATIONS, 7. DEPENDABLE CAPACITY, 8. INTERMITTENT CAPACITY, 9. FLEXIBILITY, 10. MEASURES FOR FIRMING UP PEAKING CAPACITY, 11. HOURLY OPERATION STUDIES.

Download or read book Introduction to Hydro Energy Systems written by Hermann-Josef Wagner and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2011-06-26 with total page 131 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The authors have tried to strike a balance between a short book chapter and a very detailed book for subject experts. There are three prime reasons behind for doing so: first, the field is quite interdisciplinary and requires simplified presentation for a person from non-parent discipline. The second reason for this short-version of a full book is that both the authors have seen students and technically oriented people, who were searching for this type of book on hydro energy. The third reason and motivation was considering engineers who are starting their career in hydro energy sector. This book is targeted to present a good starting background and basic understanding for such professionals.

Download or read book An Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2021-10-29 with total page 143 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in renewable electric energy systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. WIND SYSTEMS, 2. PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS, 3. LANDFILL GAS SYSTEMS, 4. GEOTHERMAL SYSTEMS, 5. BIOMASS SYSTEMS, 6. UTILITY INTERCONNECTION.

Download or read book An Introduction to Fire Protection for Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2024-10-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for Professional Engineers interested in fire protection engineering for hydroelectric power plants and related structures. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DESIGN CRITERIA, 3. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, 4. DESIGN SUBMITTALS, 5. SHOP DRAWINGS, 6. OIL STORAGE AND OIL PURIFICATION ROOMS, 7. PAINT AND FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS, STORAGE ROOM, 8. HYDROELECTRIC GENERATORS, 9. TRANSFORMERS, 10. FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANELS AND UNITS, 11. PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, 12. DETECTIONS, 13. ISOLATION AND FIRE AND SMOKE CONTROL.

Download or read book An Introduction to Auxiliary Power Systems Switchgear for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on with total page 63 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and construction managers interested in switchgear for auxiliary electric power systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. SWITCHGEAR DEFINITION, 2. TYPES OF SWITCHGEAR, 3. LOW VOLTAGE ELEMENTS, 4. MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELEMENTS, 5. TRANSFER SWITCHES, 6. REGULATORS, 7. INSTRUMENTATION, 8. RELAYS, 9. MISCELLANEOUS DEVICES.

Download or read book An Introduction to Hydroelectric Power Plant Fire Protection for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2024-05-02 with total page 29 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and installation of fire protection systems for hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. DESIGN CRITERIA, 3. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSPECTION, TESTING, AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS , 4. OIL STORAGE AND OIL PURIFICATION ROOMS, 5. PAINT AND FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS STORAGE ROOM, 6. HYDROELECTRIC GENERATORS, 7. TRANSFORMERS, 8. FIRE ALARM CONTROL PANELS AND UNITS, 9. PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHERS, 10. DETECTIONS, 11. ISOLATION AND FIRE AND SMOKE CONTROL.

Download or read book An Introduction to Water Management Techniques for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-09-28 with total page 49 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in management of water resources. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS, 2. ANALYTICAL METHODS IN MODELING FOR WATER MANAGEMENT, 3. METEOROLOGICAL FORECASTS USED IN WATER MANAGEMENT, 4. SIMPLIFIED ANALYTICAL PROCEDURES FOR ANALYZING RIVER RESPONSE, 5. LONG-RANGE PREDICTIONS OF STREAMFLOW, 6. LONG-RANGE ANALYSIS OF PROJECT REGULATION, 7. WATER QUALITY FORECASTING, 8. SPECIAL HYDROLOGIC ANALYSES.

Download or read book An Introduction to High Voltage Systems for Hydroelectric Power Plants for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-11-08 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in high voltage electric power systems for hydroelectric power plants. Here is what is discussed: 1. POWER TRANSFORMERS, 2. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS, 3. HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM.

Download or read book An Introduction to Decommissioning of Dams for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-04-22 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in decommissioning of dams and related infrastructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. ECONOMIC THEORY OF DAM DECOMMISSIONING, 3. CATEGORIES OF IMPACT, 4. SUMMARY & CONCLUSIONS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Tunnels and Shafts in Rock for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-08-06 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers, geotechnical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of tunnels and shafts in rock. Here is what is discussed: 1. FUNDAMENTAL APPROACH TO GROUND SUPPORT DESIGN, 2. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS OF TUNNELS AND SHAFTS, 3. MODES OF FAILURE OF TUNNELS AND SHAFTS, 4. SEISMIC EFFECTS ON TUNNELS.

Download or read book An Introduction to Hospital Electrical Systems for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-08-03 with total page 48 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of electrical systems for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. EXTERIOR ELECTRICAL, 3. ALTERNATE POWER SOURCE, 4. INTERIOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, 5. LIGHTING, 6. LIGHTNING PROTECTION.

Download or read book An Introduction to Hot Water Boilers for Hospitals for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-06-21 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers, construction managers, and hospital facility managers interested in hot water boilers for hospitals and medical clinics. Here is what is discussed: 1. DESIGN PARAMETERS/REQUIREMENTS, 2. GENERAL CRITERIA, 3. HEATING PLANT, 4. EQUIPMENT LAYOUT, 5. BOILER ROOM ENVIRONMENT, 6. SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT, 7. FUEL, 8. BURNERS, 9. COMBUSTION AIR, 10. BOILER STACK AND EMISSIONS, 11. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTATION, 12. OPERATION OF BOILERS, 13. FREEZE PROTECTION, 14. WARRANTY.

Download or read book An Introduction to Energy Efficient Data Centers for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2023-04-24 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for mechanical engineers, electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of energy efficient data centers. Here is what is discussed: 1. SUMMARY, 2. BACKGROUND, 3. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SYSTEMS, 4. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, 5. AIR MANAGEMENT, 6. COOLING SYSTEMS, 7. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS, 8. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR ENERGY-EFFICIENT DESIGN, 9. DATA CENTER METRICS AND BENCHMARKING.

Download or read book An Introduction to Electric Power Generators for Professional Engineers written by J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A. and published by Guyer Partners. This book was released on 2022-08-03 with total page 38 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introductory technical guidance for electrical engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in electric power generators. Here is what is discussed: 1. TYPICAL VOLTAGE RATINGS AND SYSTEMS, 2. GENERATORS, 3. GENERATOR LEADS AND SWITCHYARD, 4. SWITCHYARD.