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= Pump as turbine
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"Pump as turbine" (PAT) refers to the use of a centrifugal pump or axial pump in reverse operation to generate energy, functioning like a turbine. This concept is particularly useful in hydropower applications where a system traditionally designed for pumping water can be effectively utilized to produce electricity, especially during low-flow conditions or in micro-hydropower systems.