Question
Download Solution PDFDraft tube at the exit of a reaction turbine used for the hydroelectric project is __________.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFExplanation:
Draft tube
It is a conduit which connects the runner exit to the tailrace where the water is being finally discharged from the turbine.
Hence, Draft tube at the exit of a reaction turbine used for the hydroelectric project is always immersed in water.
Function
The primary function of the draft tube is to reduce the velocity of the discharged water to minimize the loss of kinetic energy at the outlet.Last updated on May 28, 2025
-> SSC JE notification 2025 for Civil Engineering will be released on June 30.
-> Candidates can fill the SSC JE CE application from June 30 to July 21.
-> The selection process of the candidates for the SSC Junior Engineer post consists of Paper I, Paper II, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
-> Candidates who will get selected will get a salary range between Rs. 35,400/- to Rs. 1,12,400/-.
-> Candidates must refer to the SSC JE Previous Year Papers and SSC JE Civil Mock Test, SSC JE Electrical Mock Test, and SSC JE Mechanical Mock Test to understand the type of questions coming in the examination.
-> The Staff Selection Commission conducts the SSC JE exam to recruit Junior Engineers in different disciplines under various departments of the Central Government.