Stopping sand from destroying a hydropower turbine [video]

A hydropower turbine worth millions of dollars can be slowly destroyed by something smaller than a grain of rice. Under a 420-meter head, water pressure reac...
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A tiny sand particle can significantly damage a multi-million dollar hydropower turbine by impacting its efficiency and lifespan. This video highlights the challenges posed by sand in hydropower systems and the innovative solutions being developed to combat this issue.

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