Event: Flexibility Impact on Hydraulic Machines Aging

Oct 14

PEN@Hydropower is organising a hybrid event on October 18, 2024, in Vienna, Austria and online where experts will gather for an event on Flexibility Impact on Hydraulic Machines Aging, diving into critical topics on hydropower flexibility, grid stability, and machinery longevity.

Event Agenda and Key Speakers

Welcome Remarks
Eduard Doujak and Elena Vagnoni
Challenges Associated with Flexible Use of Hydraulic Turbines – A Norwegian Perspective
Ludwig Kuhn
An exploration of the unique challenges faced by Norwegian hydropower systems under flexible operating conditions and their impact on turbine efficiency and longevity.
The Challenge for Grid Stability: Flow Unsteadiness in Pump-Turbines and Its Impact on Regulation Services
Giacomo Zanetti
Delving into how flow unsteadiness in pump-turbines affects regulation services and poses new challenges for maintaining grid stability.
Modeling, Optimization, and Experimental Analysis of Transient-Induced Fatigue in Hydraulic Machines
Aldo Leonardo Alerci
Discussing the latest modeling techniques for transient-induced fatigue and how optimization can help hydraulic machinery adapt to flexible power system demands.
Investigation on the Damping Ratio in Hydraulic Turbines and Its Importance for Fatigue Life Estimations
Greco Moraga
Highlighting the importance of damping ratio analysis for accurate fatigue life estimations, crucial for maintaining hydropower plant reliability.
Advanced Control Strategies to Exploit Hydropower Potential and Enhance Ancillary Services Provision
Francesco Gerini
Presenting innovative control strategies that can help hydropower plants play a larger role in providing ancillary services and stabilizing the grid.