Manual on Renovation, Modernisation and Life Extension of Thermal Power Plants
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The strategy of planning for power generation has undergone a big change throughout the World.The earlier practice of replacing old units by new,more efficient and with higher size units,to meet the growing demand of electricity,has gone in favour of continuing the operation of old plants beyond their scheduled life.This compulsion is basically due to high capital cost of new plants, environmental restrictions posing serious problems of suitable sites availability, regulatory requirements and cost effective control to reduce sulphur dioxide and nitric oxide emission. The best option being adopted at present is Renovation and Modernisation (R&M) backed by Residual Life Assessment (RLA) and life extension programme of old plants.
The manual brings out an overview of R&M programmes of Thermal Power Plants covering the historical background, present implementation status, potential available and investment requirements upto the year 2012 in the country. The manual also deals with the methodology and engineering aspects of R&M listing out the aspects of damage mechanism of high pressure and temperature components, advancement in materials, various health assessment techniques, equipments, code of practices and facilities available in India.
An attempt has been made in various chapters to cover exhaustively the existing technology; state-of-the-art adoption of various R&M activities; residual life assessment and life extension techniques of the major equipment like boiler, turbine, generator, power transformer, control instrumentation etc. The sight has not been lost on various station auxiliaries like station electrical plant system, coal handling and ash handling plant which are critical and backbone for improving performance of thermal power plants.
The actual typical case history of executing R&M and life extension programmes based on residual life assessment studies of various equipments in different power stations has also been brought out in the publication. This demonstrates the quantitative and qualitative aspects of the subject. The information contained in the book can serve as reference guide for the professionals involved in R&M and RLA activities of the thermal power plant equipments.This publication is priced at Rs.1200/-.
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Manual on Planning and Design of Small Hydorelectric Schemes
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This manual has been prepared by a multi-disciplinary team of experts comprising Shri. A.N. Singh, Shri M.G. Ajwani, Shri. M.P. Parasuraman, Shri. S.P. Tyagi and Shri D.P. Ghosh, who have drawn on their vast experience in the specialised fields of hydroelectric project planning and design, having worked in Central Electricity Authority/ Central Water Commission. This manual would be useful as a guide and reference to the engineers associated with the planning and design of small hydroelectric schemes. Small hydroelectric schemes are receiving increasing attention of the government and private investors as they yield quick benefits due to short gestation period, need relatively low investment, are environment friendly and have acceptability by funding agencies.
This manual provides requisite information in regard to identification of site, optimal layout, assessment of energy benefits, designs of various features of the scheme, etc. The methods relating to data requirement planning and design are explained in this manual. As small hydroelectric schemes are site specific and require careful and judicious approach for optimum development special issues linked with such development has been adequately dealt and documented in this manual. The selection of turbine generators and other associated equipment has been dealt in detail since this has a bearing on basic designs and layout of the power station as well as the cost and performance of the small hydroelectric scheme. This publication is priced at Rs.800/-
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Hydroelectric Power Stations in Operations in India
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The need for compilation presenting the salient technical features of Hydroelectric Schemes in operation and under construction had been felt for a long time. The Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP) took a positive step in this direction and brought out an exhaustive publication ?Hydroelectric Power Stations in Operation in India?, in July 2003.The present publication has four chapters. First chapter gives glimpses of advent of hydropower in the world and progress of hydropower development during pre & post independence periods in the country, role of Government of India, major developments, Statuary Legislations on Electric Generation &Distribution. Second chapter has list of hydroelectric power stations in operation, and has been divided into three parts. Part A of this chapter lists the hydropower stations in operation with installed capacity of 15 MW and above. Part B lists the hydropower stations having installed capacity between 3 and 15 MW, whereas Part C of this chapter lists the hydropower stations in operation with installed capacity up to 3 MW. Third chapter deals with hydropower stations under construction and has been divided into two parts, listing plants of installed capacity of 3 MW and above., and up to 3MW with their parameters. Fourth chapter of the publication contains salient features of hydropower stations in operation and having capacity > 15 MW. These features contain basic development characteristics/criteria like Firm Power vis-?-vis installed capacity, load factor, planned benefit (energy generation), current performance, project generation and installation costs etc., water source, and technical particulars of water conductor system, and generating plant, along photographs and drawings of the stations. The publication would serve a useful reference for planners and engineers involved in the field of hydroelectric development. The publication is priced at Rs. 4500/- for single copy and Rs. 4000/- for single order of more than one copy.
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Renovation,Modernisation,Uprating and Life Extension (RMU&LE) of Hydro Power Stations
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This manual has been published by CBIP in February 2005.The authors of the manual are eminent experts from NHPC, UPSEB, CEA, BBMB, ALSTOM, CWC, BHEL and Karnataka Power Corporation etc.The manual contains all aspects of Renovation,Modernisation,Uprating and Life Life Extension (RMU&LE) of Hydro Pwer Stations covering : Overview of RMU&LE, Methodology and Engineering,Hydro Turbines and Auxiliaries including case studies and vibration aspects,Hydro Generators and Auxiliaries including case studies,Power Transformers including case studies,Plant Electrical and Mechanical System,Control,Metering and Protection Systems including case studies,Civil Structures including case studies,Gates and Hydro-Mechanical Equipment,Quality Assurance Plan During R & M Procedures,Funding Options and Contracts.The manual contains broad technical functional details of the generating equipment and auxilaries.In the respective chapters including R&M procedures,Residual Life assessment and imporatant case studies for the benifit of Planners,Designers Suppliers executing agencies and O&M personnel of the Power Station.This publication is priced at Rs.2000/-
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Proceeding of 5th International R&D Conference on Development and Management of Water and Energy Resources
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The 5th R&D Conference, on the theme Development and Management of Water and Energy Resources, was hosted by Government of Karnataka (Energy and Water resources Departments) at Bangalore from 15-18 February 2005 at Bangalore.The proceedings of the conference, in four Volumes, beside proceedings of the Special Session on ?Seismic Aspects of Dam Design with a Particular Focus on Bhuj Earthquake?, contains more than 130 keynote lectures, articles and case histories, contributed by the engineers, scientists and administrators, pertaining to development and management of Water and Energy Resources, on the topics: Infrastructure Needs for a Better Tomorrow, Availability Options-Energy and Water, Hi-Tech Applications, Environmental Issues, Contract Management, Power Systems, Transmission and Distribution, Energy Conservation, Power Trading, Reforms and Regulation, River Behavior, Training and Management, Meteorology, Hydrology and Water Resources Development, Hydraulic Structures, Irrigation and Water Management, Soils and Materials. Volumes I, II of the proceedings contain the papers pertaining to water resources sector. Volume III contains the papers pertaining to energy sector, whereas Volume IV contains the papers of common interest to both resources and energy sectors. The volumes of the proceedings are priced as: Vol. I-IV (Total 04 volumes)-Rs. 2500/US$ 250,Vol III-IV () Total 02 volumes-Rs. 1500/US$ 150 and Special Session on ?Seismic Aspects of Dam Design with a particular Focus on Bhuj Earthquake?-Rs. 500/US$ 550.The proceedings will be very informative and useful reference book to the concerned agencies/individuals and can be purchased through demand draft drawn in favor of ?Central Board of Irrigation an Power?, New Delhi.
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Manual on Design of Towers for Long Span River Crossing - Publication No. 290
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The manual on Design of towers for long span rivers crossing. An important publication by CBIP in Feb. 2004. It gives guidelines for selection of parameters and design of transmission line towers for river crossing. It is the outcome of efforts made by CBIP Panel of experts on Transmission Lines. The publication will be of immense use for reference to the Management and Practicing engineers of Power Utilities and Transmission lines Companies, Researchers, Testing Stations, Faculty members and students of Engineering Institutes in India and Overseas. Copies of the publication can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs. 200/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs. 50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on Renovation, Modernisation, Uprating and Life Extension of Hydropower Plants -Publication No.291
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In the present scenario of power shortage in our country, Govt. of India has laid emphasis on Renovation, Modernisation, Uprating and Life Extension (RMU&LE) of existing hydropower plants to maximize the generation and supplement the installed capacity as benefits under R&M programme can be advanced in 2-3 years as against gestation period of 5-6 years for installation of a new hydropower plant at only about 20 percent of the cost of the new installation. In view of this Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP) has brought a Manual on RMU&LE of hydropower plants. The publication contains an overview of R&M activities of Hydropower Plants and exhaustively cover Methodology and Engineering of RMU&LE of HEPs covering Hydro Turbine & Auxiliaries, Hydro Generators & Auxiliaries, Power Transformers, Control Metering and Protection, Plant Electrical & Mechanical System, Civil Structures, Gates & Hydro Mechanical Equipment, Quality Assurance Plan, Funding Options & Contracts. An attempt has also been made to briefly cover functional details of the Electro-mechanical equipment and systems in the respective chapters. Besides, above manual also contains 36 important case studies regarding RMU&LE of Hydropower Stations covering various aspects for benefit of the users as a reference material and guidance to tackle similar problems.This publication will be useful document and serve as a reference guide for the professionals involved in Planning, Design and RMU&LE of Hydropower Plants.Copies of the publication can be obtained by sending Demand Draft/Cheque of Rs.2,000/- drawn in favour of 'Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi'. Out station cheque should include Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The manual can also be obtained by VPP or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on 'Maintenance of Transmission Lines' Pub.No.293
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During last more than a decade there has been dramatic shift and improvement in power system in all its facets - design, installation, operation and maintenance, in our country. Practices in maintenance of transmission lines have been undergoing refinements in techniques and broadening of scope, consistent with rapidly changing requirements and compulsions. It has become a pressing necessity for practicing engineers today to keep abreast and have an exposure to the state-of-the-art technology in all fields of maintenance of EHV transmission lines. Transmission voltages have risen to 500 kV DC and 765/800 kV AC in our country where as for transmitting bulk power at voltages as high as plus 1000 kV DC and 1500 kV AC are being worked at. India has a massive transmission network expansion programme and several EHV transmission lines are planned in the years ahead, which would form an integral part of the National Grid. The country?s transmission perspective plan for tenth and eleventh plan focuses on the creation of a National Grid in a phased manner by adding over 60,000 ckm of Transmission Network by 2012. Such an integrated grid shall evacuate additional 1,00,000 MW by the year 2012 and carry 60% of the power generated in the country. The existing inter-regional power transfer capacity is 9,500 MW, which is to be further enhanced to 30,000 MW by 2012 through creating of ?Transmission Super Highways?. Simultaneously all out efforts have to be put in to ensure that the existing EHV transmission lines perform satisfactorily with minimum downtime so that additional investment in transmission system network could be judiciously planned. In today?s changed competitive scenario for electric utilities, future management decision is to minimize the net present value of annual expenditure over a specified investment period. Even though the electrical equipment is generally designed for a life span of 25-35 years, there have been failures of equipments before this expected life span due to poor quality of material, poor workmanship and manufacturing techniques, permanent system faults, overloading, environmental effects, unexpected continuous overvoltages and poor maintenance practices, etc. As the transmission systems become older, they need constant condition monitoring so as to take timely preventive maintenance and thus save unnecessary breakdowns. In view of the importance of the subject, Central Board of Irrigation and Power constituted a Committee of experts to prepare a Manual on ?Maintenance of Transmission Lines?, with an aim to achieve excellence in Maintenance of Transmission Lines. The committee could complete the exhaustive manual in about five years time. Informations based on the experiences of utilities and manufacturers, have been incorporated in the Manual. In this publication an attempt has been made to give an overview of various aspects of transmission lines like Design parameters, inspection and maintenance formats, probable causes of failure of the transmission line components, condition monitoring of EHV transmission lines, maintenance procedures of EHV transmission lines including Hot Line Maintenance of Transmission Lines as well as cleaning and washing of Insulators. In some of the chapters various typical methods connected with subject have also been included for the benefit of prospective users as a reference material and guidance to tackle similar problems. This would help to address the various issues and problems in the appropriate perspective. Seeing the importance of the subject and its relevance, Secretary, Ministry of Power, Government of India took keen interest in writing the foreword of this manual. It is hoped that this publication will be a useful document and serve as reference guide for the users for carrying out the Maintenance in transmission lines. The publication can be had by sending cheque/demand draft for Rs. 1100/- drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power? payable at New Delhi. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on 'EHV Sub-station Equipment Maintenance' Pub.No. 294
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Though the sub-station equipment is generally designed for a life span of 25-35 years, there have been premature failures of equipment leading to forced outage of the equipment and disruption in power supply. Whereas some failures have been due to design/ manufacturing deficiencies or severe operational parameters etc. many of such failures have been attributed to in-adequate/ poor maintenance. Electrical utilities in India, are continuously trying to ensure stability of Power System through judicious operation and maintenance procedures. Inline with our motto of dissemination of Technical information and to bring out best practices in the Water & Energy sector CBIP felt the necessity to have a reference document to ensure that all the required checks and maintenance activities are properly carried out for EHV sub-station equipment, which is a vital link between Generation & Distribution. It is further essential that the observations are recorded in a manner, which can assist the management in keeping a track of the changes in test results & various parameters to decide in advance, the time and nature of remedial action required. Realizing necessity of such a document CBIP had constituted a committee of Experts from CEA, POWERGRID,NHPC,NTPC,CPRI,BBMB,MSEB, WBSEB, TNEB, KPTCL, APTRANSCO, MPTRANSCO, RRVPNL, TATAPOWER and major equipment manufacturer like ABB and Crompton Greaves Ltd. to prepare a Manual on ?EHV Sub-station Equipment Maintenance?. This publication is the out-come of hard work by the authors and valuable time spent by the experts in finalizing the document. Based on manufacturer?s recommendations, proven maintenance practices in-vogue by the utilities, this Manual contains the following: Specific tests to be done along-with the testing procedure for each of the equipment normally installed in the S/S, Required periodicity of various tests for various type of equipment, Formats for compiling the test results / data for monitoring the health of equipment, Assessment of residual life of equipment, General functional requirements & technical specifications of key testing equipment. It is hoped that the guidelines given in the Manual would ensure near zero outage of Sub Station equipment. This publication will be of immense use and great reference value to the Management and practicing Maintenance & Testing/Commissioning engineers of Power Utilities, Testing Stations, Faculty members and student of Engineering Institutes in India. Copy of this manual can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs.1000/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheque should include an additional amount of Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on Reliable fault clearance and back-up protection of EHV and UHV transmission networks - Pub. No. 296
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With Indian economy growing and expectations of industries and consumers using electricity increasing, providing reliable power supply is becoming increasingly important. To meet this challenge new power stations are being added and T&D networks are continuously being strengthened. Formation of national grid is one major step in this direction. Protection and Automation system provided in the power system has an important role to play in meeting the challenge of providing reliable power supply. Two of the important requirements on protection system are dependability and security to provide reliable fault clearance. To increase the reliability of fault clearance system in the event of failure of main protection or circuit breaker, duplicate main protection and back-up protections are provided. Even though protection practices to be followed in case of EHV and UHV networks are well established and documented, yet a need for separate document on the subject of back-up protection to serve as guide to utilities in India has long been felt. Accordingly, CBIP constituted a Working Group under the chairmanship of Shri B.S. Palki, Regular Member CIGRE Study Committee B5 (Protection & Automation) from India and experts in the field drawn from various leading utilities, manufacturers and academic institutions in India. The Working Group, as a result of their untiring and sincere efforts of more than three years, has come out with a comprehensive document titled, ?Manual on Reliable fault clearance and back-up protection of EHV and UHV transmission networks?. The manual gives basic concepts of back-up protection, requirements placed on the protection system from the power system and includes discussions on main and back-up protection systems for Lines/Cables, Power transformers, Shunt reactors, Bus bars and Breaker fail protection. Discussions on DC system and communication system, which form important elements of the protection system, are also included. Use of Performance indices to assess dependability and security of protection system to serve as tool to make continuous improvements is a new concept for our utilities and this is covered in a separate chapter. In each chapter suggestions and recommendations have been made for the guidance of the utilities to review the current practices and make changes and adopt wherever necessary. Seeing the importance of the subject and its relevance, Shri Bhanu Bhushan, Member, Central Electricity Regulatory Commission took keen interest in writing the foreword of this manual. It is hoped that it will help the practicing protection engineers of various utilities in India in managing the availability and reliability of the fault clearance system in transmission networks in the voltage range from 132 kV to 765 kV. The publication can be had by sending cheque/demand draft for Rs.1000/- drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power? payable at New Delhi. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on Transformers. Publication No.:295
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Transformer is a vital link for taking power supply from generating station to consumer premises. In our country the transformers are subjected to severe stress conditions due to wide variation in voltage and frequency in system due to huge gap in demand and supply causing higher failure rate of Transformers as compared to western countries. The manufacturers have upgraded the manufacturing technology matching with the increase in the complexity of the grid besides their impressive R&D setup to support the technology and meeting export requirement. However it is observed that safety margins have been reduced due to fierce competition, in transmission and distribution sector, cost of the power transformer represents the significant portion of the capital investment and failure of transformer leads to considerable loss of revenue beside break down of power supply. Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP) has been playing a key role to disseminate the latest information on the technological advancements covering almost all aspects of Water resources and Power sectors. In early 70s, it was felt that industry should have detailed reference specifications for Transformers. Accordingly, using the CBIP as a platform, a ?Working Group on Transformer? was formed with representatives from Planners, Design Organisations, manufacturers and utilities to prepare detailed specifications for Transformers. In 1976, CBIP issued the specifications as Technical Report 1, ?Manual on Transformers? under Research Scheme on Power for the first time. This manual was subsequently revised in 1987 and in 1999. The transformer manual issued by CBIP is being widely used by power engineers as a reference book covering all aspects of transformers for almost all applications. Almost all the utilities in the country are referring the CBIP Manual on Transformers while formulating their own purchase specifications on the basis of technical information contained there in. Revised Transformer manual has been brought out by CBIP in March 2006 covering Distribution and Power Transformer of all voltage levels up to 800 kV. A chapter on repair of Power Transformers to save time and cost has been included in the manual for the first time. The Copies of revised CBIP Manual on Transformers are available for sale and can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs. 1600/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs. 50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Proceedings Of Workshop On "Development Of Small, Mini & Micro Hydro Plants - Challenges & Issues", 16th June, New Delhi.
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Small Mini & Micro Hydro Projects (SMMHP) play an important role of meeting domestic, commercial and industrial demand in remote areas and a package of incentives and subsidies for the development of this sector has been evolved by the Govt. to promote SMMHP plants for the social well being of the people living in remote, inaccessible and mountainious areas. However rate of development of small hydro has remained dismal and out of a total identified potential of about 15000 MW in terms of installed capacity, only 1826 MW has been developed so far due to various reasons. States have also been given the flexibility to introduce suitable policies for private sector participation in setting up of small hydro projects.
Realising the importance of the subject, the Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP), in association with International Association for Small Hydro (IASH) organized the workshop on "Development of Small, Mini & Micro Hydro Power Plants - Challenges & Related Issues" to exchange information and experience on the subject on 16th June 2006 at Central Board of irrigation & Power (CBIP), New Delhi. Fourteen Technical papers/presentations on all aspects of the development of small, mini & micro hydro power plants are compiled in the workshop proceedings.
It is hoped that the compilation of the proceedings, would be useful to all who are connected with the subject and help in discussion of experience of various experts and specialists in the field.
Copy of the document is available for sale and can be had by sending demand draft for Rs.300/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P., cash or on credit against invoice on request.
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Proceedings Of The Workshop on "Tunneling In Himalayan Geology" From 6-9 June, 2006 at Katra (J & K).
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In order to provide desired linkages to the remotely located areas and for exploitation of the hydro potential of the country, particularly in Himalayan ranges, extensive underground activities for road, railways and hydroelectric projects is being undertaken. Many such projects are under construction and many more are under consideration. Excavation for tunnels and caverns in Himalayan ranges , which are considered youngest mountain in the world require use of most complex mixture of excavation methodologies as type of the rock changes very frequently in short distances. Despite best efforts and use of latest technologies including Radar mapping, there is always slight uncertainty in pre-assessing the type of rock expected to be encountered. Thus, it becomes difficult to arrive at definite conclusion in advance regarding adoption of the technologies/combination of technologies for excavation in Himalayan ranges. Thus it is being observed that at difficult sites, a combination of excavation methodologies is being used including conventional drilling, blasting, use of road headers & now concerned authorities nave started thinking in terms of using TBMs too.
Engineers working for underground excavations in Himalayan ranges, therefore, need continuous interaction and information dissemination to up-date their knowledge covering all aspects of underground works they are working at. Interaction with fellow engineers involved in similar activities also is of great help to these field engineers. The Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP), Adhering Committee of ITA (India) organized a workshop on "Tunnelling in Himalayan Geology" from 6-9 June 2006 at Katra, Vaishno Devi (J&K) including 114 day field visit to Tunnel No.1&2 of Katra-Laole Section of Udhampur- Srinagar - Baramulla Rail Link Project and Tunnel No.5 and 3/Portal P-l & II at Reasi of Katra-Laole Section of Udhampur- Srinagar-Baramula Rail Link Project was visited.
The deliberations/lectures of the workshop include presentations from national and international experts who are involved in the planning, design, construction, tunnelling projects and about their experience and the state-of-art technology. During the two and half days deliberations of the workshop, besides the Plenary Session there were 8 technical sessions where 20 experts made the technical presentations on the different aspects of planning, design and construction of tunnels and underground works in Himalayas. The discussions concluded with the due importance to the components like geology, engineering, construction methodology and management for timely completion of the project. Need was also felt that there is a shortage of the qualified engineers as well as formen and technicians at present. Thus, Human Resource Management should be given due care before initiation of any infrastructure project.
During the occasion, a proceedings of the workshop has been brought out, which contains 21 paper (s) / lecturers presented by eminent experts / field engineers such as from NHPC, IRCON, RITES, Konkan Railway. Border Roads Atlas Copco, Herrenknecht, Degussa Construction Chemicals etc. spread out among the 8 technical sessions (mentioned below).
1. Planning and Design of Tunnels
2. Tunnel Excavation Techniques
3. Tunnelling in Complex Geological Settings
4. Road Tunnels, Shotcreting and Equipment
5. Construction and Safety Aspects
6. Special Tunnelling Techniques
7. Tunnelling Problems - Case Studies
8. Tunnelling Problems - Case Studies
It is hoped that the publication containing the proceedings of the workshop would help in better understanding of the various aspects of this technology and its adoption in the country in a big way.
Copy of the document is available for sale and can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs.1200/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P., cash or on credit against invoice on request.
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Seminar On Roller Compacted Concrete Dams, 10-12 May, 2006 Pune Maharashtra
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The use of Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) in the construction of dams has achieved an unprecedented importance in dam engineering in recent times because of its inherent advantages including speed of construction and consequent reduction in execution time and significant reduction in cost. The developmer of RCC for gravity dams had its beginning in 1960 at Shihmen Dam (Taiwan) where concrete was transported from the batching plant to the site in small dump trucks, spread with bulldozer and consolidated with immersion vibrators for the construction of the core of 65 m high coffer dam. All over the world, more than 150 dams have so far been constructed/ under construction in many countries including USA, Spain, China and Japan, with Spain as one of the leading countries today. In India, a beginning has been made by adoption of methodology in construction of the Ghatghar Pumped Storage Project in the State of Maharashtra.
The construction of RCC dams, which provides scope of use of fly ash in bulk quantities is highly relevant to countries like India that produce huge quantities of fly ash from thermal power stations. Construction of RCC dams has now been universally accepted as a more economical method of dam construction by combining safety, aesthetics and cost effectiveness. From the visible trend of RCC dam engineering, it appears that greater number of dams will be constructed of RCC in the near future with further advanced technologies. Besides, greater application of RCC will be for rehabilitation of existing dams to conform to the present design criteria.
To create awareness about this new technology among engineers of the concerned agencies in India on different aspects including planning, design, construction, equipment planning, time & cost aspects, O&M etc. especially highlighting the scope for utilization of bulk quantity of fly ash being produced annually in thermal power station in our country, the Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP), Indian Committee On Large Dams (INCOLD) organized a Seminar on Roller Compacted Concrete Dams on 10 -11th May 2006 at Pune, Maharashtra followed by one day field visit on 12th May 2006 to the project site to view the progress of construction of lower dam at Ghatghar at that time.
The deliberations of the seminar include presentations from national and international experts who are involved in the planning, design, construction, operation and maintenance of RCC dams, about their experiences and the state-of-the-art technology. A total of 22 technical papers, besides keynote presentations, included in these proceedings to add new dimensions to the body of knowledge on the subject.
It is hoped that the deliberations of the seminar would help in better understanding of the various aspects of this new technology and its adoption in the country in a big way.
Copy of the document is available for sale and can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs.1200/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P, cash or on credit against invoice on request.
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Geosynthetics- Recent Developments
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In the year 1985, Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP) as part of its technology forecasting activities identified geosynthetics as an important area relevant to India?s need for infrastructure development. In the year 1992, CBIP established the Committee for International Geosynthetics Society (India), which also acts as Indian Chapter of International Geosynthetics Society (IGS).
On the completion of two decades of its services to the Indian engineering fraternity in the field of geosynthetics, an International Seminar on ?Geosynthetics in India ? Present and Future?, including an Introductory Course on Geosynthetics, was organised, under the auspices of the International Geosynthetics Society, in New Delhi from 8-10 November 2006.
To mark the occasion, a Commemorative Volume on the history, development and use of geosynthetics, has been brought out, with contributions from academia, practicing engineers, consultants, contractors and manufacturers. In order to bring out such a comprehensive volume and supplement it with developments around the world during these two decades, contributions were invited globally from experts with wide experience in dealing with the various issues covering the practice of geosynthetics technology. 25 experts from India and abroad, including the Past and Present Office Bearers of International Geosynthetics Society, have contributed the articles for the volume.
The commemorative Volume and the proceedings of the seminar, contains papers/case histories, on the following topics:
? New Geosynthetic Materials
? Testing & Evaluation, Specifications and Standardizations
? Reinforced Soil Structures
? Landslide Mitigation
? Filtration and Drainage
? Roads and Railways
? Hydraulic Structures (Dams, Canals and Reservoirs)
? Landfills and Ash Ponds
? Erosion Control
? Natural Fibre Geotextiles
? Hill Area Development
The Commemorative Volume on ?Geosynthetics ? Recent Developments? and the proceedings, will be very informative and useful reference to the concerned agencies/individuals. The combined price of the Commemorative Volume and Proceedings is Indian Rupees 4000/-US$ 400. The single copy of the Commemorative Volume is priced at Indian Rupees 3000/-US$ 300, and the proceedings are priced at Indian Rupees 1000/USS 100.
The members of International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) will be offered 10% discount on the prices indicated.
The publications can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?. Outstation cheque should include Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by VPP or on credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on Substation Layout
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Substations are vital links in the power system and their improved availability based on well thought of design parameter/ lay out etc. play major role in power delivery system. The primary requirements of a good substation lay out are flexibility, reliability, ease of operation and maintenance and safety of operating personnel and equipment.
Keeping in view the importance of the subject and to disseminate the practices being adopted by the various utilities for substation layout and enable the utilities to decide the best layout suitable to their set condition the Central Board of irrigation and power had published a revised manual on sub station Lay out.
The manual was first published in 1967 and was revised four time up to 1996. Based on the feedback received since the last edition published about 10 year back, the publication has now been revised taking in to consideration the latest development in the technology on the sub station equipment and utilizing experience of the professional engineers involved in planning, design, development, operation and maintenance of the EHV sub station Layout.
A serious attempt has been made to cover the basic requirements and illustrations containing typical layout for various bus bar systems beside brief discussion on the various components of auxiliary facilities required for a modern EHV substation including other aspects such as minimum required clearances with respect to safety, inspection and maintenance of the substation.
This revised publication is the out come of the hard work done by the authors of various chapters and member of the Expert Committee from CEA, NHPC, A.P. Transco., GEB, BBMB, RRVPNL, KPTCL, WBSEB, MSEB, PSEB, TNEB, BHEL, Alstom & KEC in finalizing the manual.
Copy of the document is available for sale and can be had by sending demand draft /cheque for Rs. 1800/- drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheques should include an additional amount of Rs. 50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by V.P.P. or on credit against invoice on request.
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Large Power Transformers- Modern Trends in Application, Installation, Operation & Maintenance
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The Power Transformers are one of the most important components of the power system which plays a very important role in facilitating transfer of power to end users. The failure rate of power transformers has been comparatively very high in some parts of the world, causing not only immense loss by way of avoidable expenditure on its replacement by the utilities but also resulting in inconvenience to the ultimate consumers and huge losses in production. The failure analysts quote a host of reasons behind the failure of power transformers, which cover all the aspects of deficiencies in design, manufacturing, material quality, abused operation, poor maintenance practices, non-substandard techniques and consumables adopted/used during manufacturing, shortcomings in testing and commissioning, inconsistency of the design parameters with the practical field environment, abnormal operating conditions, etc. While the manufacturers are blamed for supplying poor quality of transformers, the users are blamed for lack of maintenance and not providing proper protection and frequent overloading of the transformers etc. Some experts even point out towards the phenomenal decrease in the safety margins in design of power transformers due to fierce competition thereby increasing chances of failures during grid disturbance as well as voltage & frequency fluctuations during normal working. The funds sometimes becoming scarce, the replacement of large number of failed/burnt transformers is posing a serious problem thus compounding the gravity of the situation. Unless this situation is properly and urgently tackled, it is felt that the continuity of power supply to large sections of consumers would be threatened for comparatively longer periods and more frequently, may lead to disastrous consequences. There may be multiple other factors, dictated by present day realities, due to which the transformer failure rate continues to be very high particularly in developing countries. However, considering the very high stakes involved, all concerned viz. Designers, researchers, manufacturers, utility engineers etc. are required to come together for working out an acceptable course of action in correcting the situation.
Transformer is a global product. In present days market, reliability is the key word. The transformer being vital link, its reliability dictates the quality of the power supply. Present era of globalization demands reliable products, quality services and quick response. Transformer industry the world-over has to re-align with market forces and meet the challenges of the global competition.
Not only that, the world is making tremendous technological advancements in the transformer industry and in order to catch up with these developments; CBIP organised first Conference on the Large Transformers in April, 2000 and second in November, 2002. In the concluding session of last Conference, it was decided to hold the next International Conference on Large Power Transformers Modern Trends in Application, Installation, Operation & Maintenance on 12-13th October 2006. Thirty-five technical papers deliberated during this conference have been compiled in the conference proceedings. Main topics covered in the proceedings include:
? Application, Specification & Protection
? Transportation, Installation and Operation
? Maintenance & Residual Life Assessment
? Refurbishment, Repair, Failure
? Condition Monitoring and Diagnostic
The Proceeding volume of the conference contains the presentation made by the invited eminent experts on different topics selected for the Conference and would be of great importance and immense benefit to all concerned in this field.
Copies of this publication can be had by sending cheque/demand draft drawn in favour of Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi. Outstation cheque should include Rs.50/- towards bank collection charges. The publication can also be had by VPP or on credit against invoice on request.
Cost Rs 1400/-
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Water Resources Future Options
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Govt. of India has recently announced ?Bharat Nirman?, a time bound business plan for action for the Rs. 1,74, 000 crore, aimed at strengthening the India?s rural infrastructure. Under Bharat Nirman, action is proposed in many areas including irrigation and rural water supply, with specific targets to be achieved in a time bound manner. In fact this is one of the key components of Bharat Nirman, with specific targets to be achieved in a time bound manner. The ambitious program in water sector aiming to create an additional irrigation potential of 10 million hectare through a combination of strategies including development of major and medium irrigation projects and implementing minor irrigation schemes utilizing both surface and ground water resources. Almost 20 lakh hectares is proposed to be added through enhancing the utilization of completed projects, particularly through the scheme of repair, renovation and rehabilitation of water bodies
Keeping in view the above, Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP), Water Resources Department, Govt. of Rajasthan; New Delhi Associate Centre of World Water Council (NDC-WWC) and Indian Water Resources Society (IWRS) together organized a two days seminar on "Water Resources ? Future Options? on 28-29 September 2006 at Jaipur.
The deliberations of the seminar include presentations from eminent water professionals from Central as well as State Govt. agencies will be sharing their experiences and exchange of information on the state-of-the art technology by special presentations on the various topics, besides a session is exclusively devoted to discuss the requirements of Rajasthan, which though being a water deficit state however makes significant contribution and enrich the National agriculture produce. 34 technical presentations which include 12 theme papers presentations by eminent national water professionals on the various topics, included in the proceedings volume, add new dimensions to the body of knowledge on the subject.
It is hoped that the deliberations of the seminar would help in better understanding of the various aspects of this new technology and its adoption in the country in a big way.
The publication can be had by sending bank draft for Rs.1000/- drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?
Cost : Rs.1000/-
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National Electricity Plan 2007, Vol. I (Generation), Vol. II (Transmission) – Cost: Rs.1500/- (Vol. I) & Rs.1000/- (Vol. II)
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Central Electricity Authority prepares the National Electricity Plan (Vol. I ? Generation and Vol. II ? Transmission) in accordance with the National Electricity Policy and notifies the plan once in 5 years as per section 3 (IV) of the Electricity Act 2003 for providing reliable and quality power.
Volume 1 of the plan covers generation and related aspects and covers in detail various aspects of the 10 th Plan i.e. the target as well as the capacity addition. Further, detailed studies have been carried out to assess the capacity addition required during the 11th plan and it emerges that capacity addition of 74,460 MW comprising of 16,253 MW hydro, 57,047 MW thermal and 3,160 MW nuclear based plants is feasible during 11th plan. The list of 16 chapters included in Volume I are as under:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 National Electricity Policy ? Salient Features
Chapter 3 Short Term Plan ? Tenth Plan (2002-07)
Chapter 4 Demand for Electricity
Chapter 5 Generation Resources and Technologies ? Conventional Energy Sources
Chapter 6 Generation Resources and Technologies ? Non-conventional Energy Sources
Chapter 7 Rural Electrification
Chapter 8 Captive Power Generation
Chapter 9 Renovation, Modernisation, Uprating and Life Extension
Chapter 10 Energy Conservation and Demand Side Management
Chapter 11 Medium and Long Term Planning
Chapter 12 Power Generation and Environment
Chapter 13 Energy Security
Chapter 14 Research and Development in the Power Sector
Chapter 15 Human Resources Development for power Sector
Chapter 16 Electrical Equipment and Key Imputs
Volume 2 of the plan covers transmission and associate aspects and throws light on various aspects of transmission system. Besides transmission plan of the country it provides a much needed view on the future of the electricity sector in the country from the perspective of the transmission infrastructure. The list of 8 chapters included in volume 2 are as under:
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Policy, Growth Objectives and Development Process in Transmission
Chapter 3 Transmission Planning Philosophy
Chapter 4 National Power Grid
Chapter 5 Projected Requirement of Inter-Regional Transmission of Power
Chapter 6 X Plan Programme
Chapter 7 XI Plan Programme
Chapter 8 Response to Comments on Draft National Electricity Plan ? Transmission
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has authorized Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP) for printing and sale of these publications.
The publications can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi? or you can directly deposit the amount/cheque with ICICI Bank Ltd. with our Special Saving Bank Account No. 034601000738 (MICR Code No.110229052) under intimation to this office. The publication can also be had by cash or credit against invoice on request.
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Manual on Earthing of AC Power Systems – Cost – Rs.1,000/-
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Earthing of various components of electric power system is essential at every stage of electricity-generation, transmission and utilization. The objective of designing safe grounding system is to provide easy and shortest path to flow of fault as well as lightening currents without adversely affecting equipments and the continuity of service. It is also to ensure that protection to the operating personnel is provided against danger of electric shocks.
The subject of earthing though appears to be simple, has its own intricacies. Correct measurement of soil resistivity, design of earthing system in homogeneous/non homogeneous soils keeping step, touch and transferred voltages within safe limits without sacrificing the economy is essential. With the passage of time, the space available for earth mat is decreasing and fault levels are increasing due to expansion/interlinking of power stations and incorporation of EHV system. Corrosion of earthing conductor is also one of the important factors to be taken into account while maintaining the earthing systems.
The existing National documents on earthing systems do not include comprehensive information on earthing system for HVAC stations. Application of the recommendations of standards, codes of practices, and publications of other countries present numerous problems in implementation.
Over the years, the Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP), India, has contributed substantially to the development of techniques, methods and procedures, and assimilation and exchange of information on earthing for various components of electric power systems through earlier published documents. However, it was felt that there should be a document covering comprehensively all aspects of earthing to meet the requirements. In view thereof, an Expert Group to prepare the document ?Manual on Earthing of AC Power Systems? had constituted.
In this publication a systematic attempt has been made to bring out details relating to Design & Engineering of Earthing Systems, Execution, Field Practices, Monitoring and Maintenance of Earthing Systems, Field Tests and Measurements as well as Earthing System for Electronic Equipment/System. This document is outcome of the ceaseless efforts made by each & every member of the Expert Group.
The printed copies of Manual can be purchased for Rs.1000/- through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?, or by directly depositing the cheque drawn in favour of the ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power? in the account No. 034601000738 (MICR Code No. 110229052) of the Central Board of Irrigation and Power, in any branch of the ICICI Bank Ltd. The full details of such payments shall be forwarded to the undersigned through mail/fax/post.
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Manual on Busduct – Cost – Rs.1000/-
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`Bus duct` in electrical power system forms a vital link for transfer of power with reliability and efficiency. To match with the fast growth in the power sector, development and up-gradation of bus duct design, manufacturing processes/technology, quality requirements and accessories involved requires a consolidated documented guidelines/manual for the use of all utilities and manufacturers. Presently not much of documented technical information is available in the country for Bus Duct except National/International Standards.
The Central Board of Irrigation of Power, realizing the requirement and demand decided to bring out Manual on Busduct which covers all aspects of bus duct like Type of Bus Ducts, Design Requirements & Criteria, Layout, Specifications, Accessories, Supporting Structures, Manufacturing guidelines and Quality requirements, Testing requirements, Packing, Transportation and site Storage, Erection, Testing and Commissioning, Operation and Maintenance, Spare Parts Management etc. This document is outcome of the ceaseless efforts made by each & every member of the Expert Group.
The printed copies of manual can be purchased for Rs.1000/- through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?, or by directly depositing the cheque drawn in favour of the ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power? in the account No.034601000738 (MICR Code No. 110229052) of the Central Board of Irrigation and Power, in any branch of the ICICI Bank Ltd. The full details of such payments shall be forwarded to the undersigned through mail/fax/post.
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Workshop on “Rock Mechanics and Tunnelling Techniques” – Cost: Rs. 800/-
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The study of rock mechanics has assumed considerable importance because of its wide application in civil engineering, more predominantly in water resources, mining engineering and underground structures. For the execution of multipurpose water resources projects located in complicated geological settings, the significance of rock mechanics in the design and construction was realised in late 1950s. Despite tremendous alround advancement in technology, a full understanding of natural forces and phenomena eludes the design engineer. Liberalisation of economy has facilitated planning and execution of many exciting and complicated projects. These projects require application of modern principles of rock mechanics, which warrants deliberations and collaboration to facilitate flow of appropriate technology to enable successful implementation of such projects under a time-bound programme in a cost-effective manner, conforming to environmental requirements.
The International Society for Rock Mechanics (India), established by the Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP), in the year 1991, has been involved in dissemination of information regarding rock mechanics, mining and tunnel engineering by organising symposia, seminars, workshops, and training courses, both at national as well as international level, in liaison with international organisations. The society is representing International Society for Rock Mechanics, as Indian National Group.
Considerable activity in India in the field of rock mechanics is in progress, mainly due to the execution of projects for water resources development for irrigation, flood control and hydro power generation, building of roads in mountainous areas, sub-surface excavations for under-ground railway and for mining purposes.
Keeping the above in view the International Society for Rock Mechanics (India) and the Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP) organised a Workshop on Rock Mechanics & Tunneling Techniques at Gangtok (Sikkim) during 10-12 October 2007.
The proceedings of the workshop contains 20 invited lectures/case studies, on the following topics:
? Characterisation of Rocks and Rock Masses
? Rock Mass Classification: Application in Engineering Projects
? Presentation of Geological Data
? Measurement of Ground Stress and Its Use in Rock Engineering
? Design of Tunnels and Rock Support
? Stability Analysis and Rock Slope Design
? Design of Rock Foundations
? Planning and Investigation, including Geological Studies for Dams and Underground Openings
? Design in Weak Rocks and High Hydrostatic Pressure
? Rock Mass Improvement
? Instrumentation Performance
? Drilling and Blasting Techniques
? Techniques of Excavation and Equipment
? Problems and Solutions in Open-Cast Mining
? Tunnelling Techniques Using Modern Equipment
The proceedings are very informative and considered to be a useful reference to the concerned agencies/individuals. It is priced at Indian Rs. 800/US$ 80 and can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?.
The members of International Society for Rock Mechanics (ISRM) and International Tunnelling Association will be offered 10% discount on the sale price.
Keeping in view that only limited copies of the proceedings are available on sale, you are requested to kindly book your copy at the earliest. For any other information you are requested to contact neelam@cbip.org or phone no. 26875017 Extn.153.
The publications can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi? or you can deposit the amount/cheque with ICICI Bank Ltd. with our Special Saving Bank Account No. 034601000738 (MIRC Code No. 110229052) under intimation to this office. The publication can also be had by cash or credit against invoice on request.
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Workshop on “Applications of Geosynthetics – Present and Future”
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In the year 1985, Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP) as part of its technology forecasting activities identified geosynthetics as an important area relevant to India?s need for infrastructure development. In the year 1992, CBIP established the Committee for International Geosynthetics Society (India), which also acts as Indian Chapter of International Geosynthetics Society (IGS).
The CBIP and the Indian Chapter of IGS are jointly promoting the applications of the geosynthetics in the country for the last more than two decades. Beginning with the first workshop in the year 1985, numerous activities to disseminate the information regarding use of geosynthetics in civil engineering, are being organised by the Indian Chapter in various parts of India.
As part of its activities, the Indian Chapter in association with the Central Board of Irrigation & Power (CBIP), organised a Workshop on ?Applications of Geosynthetics ? Present and Future? during 20-21 September 2007 at Ahmedabad (Gujarat).
The proceedings of the workshop contains 15 invited lectures/case studies, on the following topics:
? Applications of Geosynthetics in Water Resources Projects
? Testing of Geosynthetics
? Applications of Geosynthetics in Pavements
? Applications of Natural Fibres (Jute, Coir and allied Fibres)
? Applications of Geosynthetics in Landfills
The proceedings will be very informative and considered to be a useful reference to the concerned agencies/individuals. It is priced at Indian Rs. 500/US$ 50 and can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?.
The members of International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) will be offered 10% discount on the sale price.
Keeping in view that only limited copies of the proceedings are available on sale, you are requested to kindly book your copy at the earliest. For any other information you are requested to contact neelam@cbip.org or phone no. 26875017 Extn.153.
The publications can be purchased by payment through demand draft drawn of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi? or you can deposit the amount/cheque with ICICI Bank Ltd. with our Special Saving Bank Account No. 034601000738 (MIRC Code No. 110229052) under intimation to this office. The publication can also be had by cash or credit against invoice on request.
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A TREATISE ON “SEDIMENT MANAGEMENT IN WATER RESOURCES PROJECTS" - Cost: Rs. 1500/-
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The sedimentation problems are as old as the art of harnessing river for useful purposes. Due to lack of documentation it is difficult to assess the extent of the knowledge of hydraulic engineers of the remote past for dealing with sediment laden river flows but their creation of enormous well designed projects, since prehistoric times, reflect their insight of the subject which they might have acquired by the process of cut and try and handled down from generation to generation.
The main problems which are caused due to sediment are silting of canals, loss of storage capacity in reservoir, damage to hydro mechanical equipments like turbines & regulation gates, change in the river morphology in the upstream & downstream of the reservoir and so on.
The sediment problem is quite serious in the water resources projects developed on Himalayan rivers, which contribute about 2/3rd of the country?s water resources. The engineers and planners of water resources projects; responsible for harnessing monsoon flows therefore face the problems in operation and maintenance of projects due to sediment mixed with the flows. Reducing carrying capacity of canals, more than anticipated silting of the reservoir & other similar problems due to sediment, affect the efficiency of the purpose of the project which indirectly causes economic loss to the nation.
Keeping in view the importance of the subject, the Central Board of Irrigation and Power (CBIP) is publishing a treatise on ?Sediment Management in Water Resources Projects?. The treatise discusses overview of water resources and development, production process, quantity estimation, transport of sediment, design of stable channels, impact of sediment in water resources and hydro power projects, reservoir sedimentation and its control, desilting methods applied in different projects, preventive and curative methods of sediment control on canal intake and their design and performances & role of model studies for desilting basins, design of vortex type desilting chambers, morphological changes due to sediment, landslides, environmental and economic aspects of sediment management and suggestions for future studies to be carried out in the field.
The treatise will be available for sale by end of October 2007. The treatise, in hardbound, is hoped to be of interest to water resources scientists and engineers and will help in identifying the project specific sediment problems and in selecting the appropriate approach to handle it in a cost effective manner.
The printed copies of treatise can be purchased for Rs.1500/- through demand draft drawn in favour of ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power, New Delhi?, or by directly depositing the cheque drawn in favour of the ?Central Board of Irrigation and Power? in the account No. 034601000738 (MICR Code No. 110229052) of the Central Board of Irrigation and Power, in any branch of the ICICI Bank Ltd. The full details of such payments shall be forwarded to the undersigned through mail/fax/post.
