Performance Evaluation of a Small Hydro Turbine Integrated with a Battery Charging System for Local Area Power Generation

Authors

  • Kedsara Palachai Faculty of Engineering, Bangkok Thonburi University
  • Prajoub Peerapong Faculty of Engineering, Bangkok Thonburi University
  • Prachayon Nitiwattananon Faculty of Engineering, Bangkok Thonburi University
  • Warayut Kraiwilas Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin
  • Terapong Boonraksa Faculty of Engineering, Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakosin
  • Promphak Boonraksa Faculty of Engineering and Architecture, Rajamangala University of Technology Suvarnabhumi

Keywords:

Small Hydro Turbine, Renewable Energy, Battery Charging Syste

Abstract

This research presents a modeling study on electricity generation from a microhydro turbine and its 12V, 7 Ah battery charging system. The main objective was to design and test the production of direct current electricity using the small water turbine. The experiments compared varying water flow rates to assess the impact on the generated electrical energy. Water was released at different flow rates, and the resulting voltage and current were recorded. The results indicated the micro-hydro turbine generated a maximum output of 1.68 Watts at a flow rate of 18L/min. This output is sufficient to efficiently charge the 12V, 7Ah battery. The charging system, utilizing a Boost Converter, was designed for efficient charging by adjusting the charging current to 0.7Amps. This study is significant for renewable energy development in remote communities, demonstrating the capability to produce and store electrical energy effectively.

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Published

2025-12-28

How to Cite

Palachai, K., Peerapong, P., Nitiwattananon, P., Kraiwilas, W., Boonraksa, T., & Boonraksa, P. (2025). Performance Evaluation of a Small Hydro Turbine Integrated with a Battery Charging System for Local Area Power Generation. Journal of Industrial Technology : Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, 13(2), 120–133. retrieved from https://ph01.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/fit-ssru/article/view/264605

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Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): July-December 2025

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