Kaplan turbine

The Kaplan turbine is a propeller-type water turbine that has adjustable blades. It was developed in 1913 by the Austrian professor Viktor Kaplan.

Related Topics:
Water turbine - 1913 - Viktor Kaplan

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The Kaplan turbine was an evolution of the Francis turbine. Its invention allowed efficient power production in low head applications that was not possible with Francis turbines.

Related Topics:
Francis turbine - Head

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Kaplan turbines are now widely used throughout the world in high-flow, low-head power production.

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