Visit to New Scientific and Innovative "Hydrotechnical Construction" Facilities
08.04.2026
The large-scale reforms being implemented in our country are also reflected in the field of hydraulic engineering construction. A number of hydroelectric power stations (HPPs) are being planned and constructed in the republic to produce environmentally friendly energy.
A group consisting of professors, doctoral students, and master’s students from the Department of Hydraulics and Hydroinformatics made a practical and scientific visit to the newly commissioned Lower Chatkal Hydropower Plant. This visit was one of the important initiatives aimed at integrating education, science, and industry.
The Lower Chatkal HPP is one of the modern hydroenergy facilities in which innovative technologies were applied for the first time in the republic during its construction. The plant is equipped with four hydro units with a total capacity of 90 MW. By efficiently utilizing the water resources of Chatkal River, the HPP contributes to stable electricity generation.
During the visit, the researchers established close communication with the station’s specialists and obtained detailed information about modern technologies, operational processes, and innovative solutions in the field of hydropower engineering. Specialists provided explanations regarding the plant’s design stages, construction process, and operating principles.
Particular interest was shown in the plant’s main structures, including the dam, water intake facilities, derivation systems, and the hydro units located in the machine hall—namely the turbines and generators—and their operational processes.
It should be especially noted that the Lower Chatkal HPP has a unique hydraulic regime for managing river sediments. It is encouraging that scientific results from this practical work were achieved within the framework of cooperation between the Department of Hydraulics and Hydroinformatics and Hydroproject JSC, at the department’s branch, under the supervision of Associate Professor F. Babajonov, with the participation of young researchers J. Donaboev and S. Allaberdiev.
Additionally, during the visit, practical information was obtained about digital control systems, automation, and monitoring technologies used in the field of hydroinformatics. This created an opportunity for young researchers to connect theoretical knowledge with practical application.
As a result of the visit, participants engaged in practical discussions on new scientific ideas and applied approaches. The experience gained will play an important role in further developing scientific research in hydraulics and hydroinformatics and in introducing modern technologies into the educational process.
This visit serves as an important step in strengthening the integration of education, science, and industry, improving students’ practical skills, and training highly qualified personnel in the field of hydropower engineering.