Micro Hydro Turbine Lab Experiment

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This is a micro hydro lab experiment designed to explore the distinct effects of prop design and flow on turbine performance and efficiency. This project is still in progress, with changes likely to occur as it takes shape. Currently, the idea is for the top section to be mounted to a tank where water flows past the propeller, spinning the turbine. The water then drains into a lower section tank, which would be pumped back up into the top tank. Print Settings: Printer Brand: Wanhao Printer Model: Wanhao Duplicator i3 V2 Rafts: Not Applicable Supports: Yes Resolution: 0.2mm Infill Percentage: 30-40% Notes: All parts, except for the propellers, were printed with PLA material. The propellers, however, were made from Proto Pasta Stainless Steel PLA. Printed Parts: Flange (1) - 0.2mm at 40% infill Guide Fin Adjustment (8) - 0.2mm at 30% infill Guide Fin Bottom Ring (1) - 0.2mm at 40% infill, supports touching bed Guide Fin Top Ring (1) - 0.2mm at 40% infill, supports touching bed Guide Fin (8) - 0.2mm at 30% infill Stabilizer Ring (1) - 0.2mm at 30% infill V2 4 Blade Prop 10 Percent (1) - 0.2mm at 35% Infill, supports touching bed V2 4 Blade Prop 20 Percent (1) - 0.2mm at 35% Infill, supports touching bed V2 4 Blade Prop 30 Percent (1) - 0.2mm at 35% Infill, supports touching bed