Eglisau hydropower plant: turbine vibrations
Project overview
The seven existing machine groups at Eglisau hydropower plant were replaced as part of a modernisation project. The new turbines offer increased capacity and have a higher rotation frequency, but are also heavier.
Expertise involved
Structural dynamicsClient
Axpo Holding AG
Our services
Detailed finite-element simulation. Forecast of vibrations to be expected. Feasibility studies of retrofitting measures.