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Blade Profile Optimization of Kaplan Turbine Using CFD Analysis

Keywords: Low Head, Kaplan Turbine, Runner Blade, CFD, Optimization, Hydropower

Mehran University Research Journal of Engineering & Technology

Volume 32 ,  Issue 4

AJAZ BASHIR  JANJUA , MUHAMMAD SHAHID  KHALIL , MUHAMMAD SAEED   ,

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