Recent content by CalvinandHobbes

Thank you for your advice!

Calculation of the potential electrical energy generation of a siphon pipe, emptying an enclosed reservoir and end of siphon pipe connected to a pelton turbine with efficiency of 75% Known inputs: Height difference of siphon(Hd) = 4,5m Height lift of Siphon (Hu) = 6m Total siphon pipe length...

Thank you Filip for your advice. If I understood you correct, the design will work as is, as long as the 2nd reservoir is much wider (as my sketch) to ensure the 2nd reservoir’s surface stays below 1st reservoir? It seems from your advice that the suction of the siphon drain is waste in this...

I have no engineering background so apologies if I'm trying to create alchemy without pumps. I need to empty 10 000l reservoir 4 times a day into a larger vessel, which is slightly lower, but I first have to cross a 9,5m high barrier (site is located about 15m above sea level) I gather the...

I am new to the forum and have no science background - just inquisitive to solve problems around the house and farm. I have an interest to be more sustainable which led me to this forum