COVID-19 is a contagious disease caused by the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. In January 2020, the disease spread worldwide, resulting in the COVID-19 pandemic. The symptoms of COVID‑19 can vary but often include fever,[7] fatigue, cough, breathing difficulties, loss of smell, and loss of taste.[8][9][10] Symptoms may begin one to fourteen days after exposure to the virus. … Read more
Sediment flushing is one of the most important reservoir management techniques used to control the accumulation of silt, sand, gravel, and other sediments behind dams. Over time, rivers continuously carry sediment into reservoirs. If this material is not managed, it can reduce the effective storage capacity of the reservoir, affect water intakes, increase abrasion of … Read more
Introduction Mangla Dam is one of the most significant hydraulic engineering projects in Pakistan and a cornerstone of the country’s water and energy infrastructure. Built across the Jhelum River near Mirpur in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), the dam serves multiple purposes, including water storage, hydroelectric power generation, irrigation supply, flood mitigation, and drought management. … Read more
Explore the complete Neelum Jhelum Hydropower Project guide covering the dam, intake, tunnels, underground powerhouse, turbines, electricity generation process, engineering challenges, sediment management, and technical specifications.
By AdventureNat.online The photograph above captures a mini hydropower diversion structure where sediment deposition has accumulated upstream of the intake and spillway. While these facilities are designed to generate clean, renewable electricity using flowing water, they require regular sediment management to maintain efficiency, protect equipment, and ensure uninterrupted power generation. Sediment buildup is one of … Read more
