ABSTRACT

Fundamentals of vortex intake flow; Results theoretical & experimental work; Prediction of critical submergence; Modeling of vortices & swirling flows; Design; Intake structures; Pump sumps; Vortex-flow intakes. This volume forms an essential reference work for anyone involved in intakes, either as a practising design engineer or research worker. Water Power & Dam Constr., July 1988.The book is essential reading for postgraduate students & researchers alike and a very valuable aid to design engineers. Hydrol.Sc.Jrl., 33(3), 1988.

chapter 1|11 pages

Introduction

chapter 2|26 pages

Fundamentals of vortex intake flow

chapter 4|20 pages

Prediction of critical submergence

chapter 6|33 pages

Design recommendations

chapter 7|13 pages

Vortex-flow intakes

chapter 8|17 pages

Conclusions