Study on Separation Characteristics of Fallen Leaves from Water Flow at Intake of Micro Hydroelectric Generator

Abstract

Characteristics of micro hydroelectric generator have been investigated by many researchers for the utilization of renewable energy. However, some problems appeared about the clogging by fallen leaves at the intake part of micro hydroelectric generator. The purpose of this study is to separate the fallen leaves from water using the dust proof screens. The separation experiments are performed in various screen angles and flow rates. The separation ratio of fallen leaves from the water is measured.