Provides a framework for modeling and simulation of hydropower plant operation. It enables performance analysis and optimization of the operation of hydropower plants, for example, power plants with multiple reservoirs and multiple turbines in order to maximize the overall efficiency.
The library is suitable for simulation of transient operation such as load rejection to verify that the control system can handle these situations.
It can also be used for studying control strategies to cope with the rapid load changes that become more frequent as other renewable, less controllable, sources of energy are increasingly used. Planning of commissioning tests and procedures can be set-up, thereby reducing the risk of unexpected events and minimizing costly tests done on the actual plant.
