the research
Mapping a path to renewables baseload
We are working on numerous pumped storage innovation projects. Presented on this page is much of our workings when it comes to solving various aspects of the projects we are developing.
The purpose of publishing this information is to adopt an open source type channel for other talented engineers and experts to add to the conversation. If you have any thoughts and ideas we would love to hear from you on info@pumpedstorage.co.za.
Developing a machine-learned relief analysis tool
Our client-inspired vision of creating a machine learned scanning tool and coastal pumped storage mechanism that can be rolled out over coastlines anywhere in the world, could be a significant contribution to combatting climate change.
Wind resource database and visualisation
Wind power is becoming one of the most important power sources in the power grid. At present, China’s accumulated wind power capacity is 188 GW, and the total installed capacity has leapt to first in the world.
Solar resource tools from landsat vs ground data
We have different models to calculate the direct solar radiation from ground and satellite data that can be used for solar radiation measurement. In this report we have compared the different tools from ground data and LandSat.
Investigating solutions to mitigate risk to animal life due to sea water ingress
Marine life can have a disastrous effect on pumped storage machinery. Specific issues which are identified include reduction in recreational fishing, swimming areas, noise and visual pollution.
The modelling pressure on concrete dam walls project
Concrete dam walls are made up of concrete and steel reinforcements. They face pressure and stresses of different types due to water pressure, weight of dam, waves and ice pressure and many other factors. This creates stability issues in the dam.
Comparison of Concrete Gravity Dams vs Earth Walls
Gravity dams are solid concrete structures that maintain their stability against design loads from the geometric shape, mass and strength of the concrete.