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Event: Guest Lecture
Topic: “Renewable Energy Sources – Best O&M Practices for Hydro and Wind Power Generation Plants”
Date: 20th August 2025
Venue: Seminar Hall, 4th Floor, ACSCE Campus
Resource Person:
Mr. Sivaraj
Senior Service Engineer
Bangalore Hydro Engineers and Consultant Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru
Event Summary:
The Department of Aeronautical Engineering, ACS College of Engineering, Organized by: Department of Aeronautical Engineering a guest lecture on “Renewable Energy Sources – Best O&M Practices for Hydro and Wind Power Generation Plants” on 20th August 2025. Mr. Sivaraj, Senior Service Engineer from Bangalore Hydro Engineers and Consultant Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru, shared his extensive expertise in renewable energy systems. He discussed the growing significance of renewable energy in addressing global energy demands and mitigating climate change, emphasizing hydro and wind power generation as sustainable energy sources.
Key discussion points included:
Hydro Power Plants: Preventive maintenance techniques, turbine efficiency monitoring, dam safety checks, and water resource management. Wind Power Plants: Blade inspection, gearbox lubrication, vibration analysis, and the use of digital monitoring systems for predictive maintenance.
The session also featured real-world case studies from Karnataka, highlighting challenges and solutions for improving plant efficiency and longevity. The lecture stressed the importance of adopting modern diagnostic tools, skilled manpower, and proactive maintenance schedules for ensuring reliable energy generation.