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asked Nov 9, 2023 in Irrigation Engineering by Carter (75.2k points)

Sharp bends must be avoided in penstocks while designing components of the hydroelectric scheme.

(a) True

(b) False

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The question is from Principal Components of a Hydro Electric Scheme in section Hydro Electric Power of Irrigation Engineering

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answered Nov 16, 2023 by Greg (106k points)

Right choice is (a) True

The best explanation: Sharp bends cause loss of head and requires special anchorages. It may be buried under the ground or kept exposed. The penstock can be replaced by constructing a tunnel through a hill if a considerable saving in length can be gained.

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