Vortex Powerplant Implementation in A Coastal Community

Muzammil Anayat; Sajjad Miran; Nazam Siddique; Waseem Arif; Yasir Hussain; Atta ul Hassnain

Authors

Muzammil Anayat Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.
Sajjad Miran Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.
Nazam Siddique Department of Electrical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.
Waseem Arif Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.
Yasir Hussain Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.
Atta ul Hassnain Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Gujrat, Pakistan.

Keywords:

GWVPP (Gravitational Water Vortex Power Plant), EFT (Eco-Friendly Technology), Hydropower, Wastewater, Turbine

Abstract

A gravitational water vortex power plant is an eco-friendly device that generates electricity from renewable energy sources. In this system, a turbine extracts energy from the vortex created by tangentially channeling water into a circular basin. This article aims to explore the feasibility of implementing vortex power plant technology in coastal communities using an experimental model. The study investigates the potential of wastewater as a renewable energy resource by analyzing the relationship between flow rate, torque, and efficiency under different material and pipe configurations, particularly in urban areas. For experimental purposes, Gujrat city was selected. The wastewater outlet points near Bolley Bridge discharge approximately 74,714,000 liters per day. Based on our survey, the average household water usage in Gujrat city is 500 liters per day. An experimental model was designed to estimate potential energy generation. The model's design focused on optimizing the basin shape, inlets, outlets, and turbine configuration.

Using different pipes (cast iron and steel), the average water velocity and discharge rates were evaluated. The steel pipe produced higher velocity. Efficiency and production were further analyzed using LED lights, revealing that at 60 RPM, the system achieved significant efficiency and output voltage.

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