A water-powered pump in DIY
Our video (in german language) shows the construction and commisioning of a „hydraulic ram" by Harald Sterzenbach, managing teacher on renewable energy at Knobelsdorffschule.
The hydraulic ram is a cycling water pump powered by hydropower. It uses the dynamic pressure effect to raise a portion of the water from which it is driven to a higher level. At rivers, for instance, it can be used for lifting water to higher lying fields.
For developing countries the hydraulic ram could be of particular importance. After a short introduction, the simple technique can be operated and maintained by the users themselves. The ram requires no other power supply and is usually reliable for decades.
Video
Der hydraulische Widder
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water source |
lateral view |
water outlet in a tree |
Read on:
Structure and function are explained in Wikipedia article: Hydraulic ram
