Mechanical Engineering > GATE 2013 SET-2 > Fluid Mechanics
In order to have maximum power from a Pelton turbine, the bucket speed must be
A
equal to the jet speed.
B
equal to half of the jet speed.
C
equal to twice the jet speed.
D
independent of the jet speed.

Correct : b

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