The whirl velocity at inlet is 15 m/s and blade velocity is 10 m/s. The volume flow rate of water in 20 m3/s. Find the power output available at the shaft if the mechanical efficiency is 95% (in MW)?

Correct Answer: 2.85
Mechanical efficiency is given by ηm = shaft power / ρQVw1u1. Substituting the given values into this equation, we get shaft power = 2.85 MW.