SMART Turbine

The Smart Hydro Power turbine was developed to produce a maximum amount of electrical power with the kinetic energy of flowing waters. Because it is powered by kinetic energy instead of potential energy, it is known as a so-called “zero-head” or “in-stream” turbine. As such, no dams and/or head differential are necessary for the operation of this device; the course of a river remains in its natural state and no high investments in infrastructure are required. Because the amount of kinetic energy (velocity) varies from river to river, a greater amount of energy is generated with a higher velocity of water flow.

This turbine is designed for rivers, featuring a reinforced debris protection and a patented anchoring system. The anchoring can be done at the bottom of the river, at a bridge support, or at a block on the side of a river.

• submerges to avoid debris when the water flow speed increases
• stainless steel cables are carefully designed such that debris neither accumulates nor damages the blades

This turbine is ready to overcome:

• variable water depth and velocity
• floating debris of various materials and sizes