Aerodynamic Performance Analysis of a Flat Plate Hawt
Bavanish. B1, Thyagarajan. K2
1Prof. Bavanish. B, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Noorul Islam University, Thuckalay, Kanya Kumari (Tamil Nadu), India.
2Dr. Thyagarajan. K, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Anna University, Kanya Kumari (Tamil Nadu), India.
Manuscript received on 18 June 2012 | Revised Manuscript received on 25 June 2012 | Manuscript published on 30 June 2012 | PP: 181-191 | Volume-1 Issue-2, June 2012 | Retrieval Number: B0236051212/2012©BEIESP
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Abstract: Composite material design has almost become routine due to the palpable advantages like considerable weight saving and opportunity to adapt the structure to the given set of design requirements. Pollution free electricity generation, low operation and maintenance costs, quick installation, commissioning capability, free renewable energy are the added advantages of wind electric generators. This paper also addresses the design parameters of composite wind turbine blades. The key factors for proper utilization of wind power and designing wind energy conversion systems are the performance characteristics of available wind energy conversion system and the availability of wind resources. The performance characteristics depend on the aerodynamic, mechanical and electrical subsystems whereas the wind resources depend on the weather conditions of the region. The goal in designing a wind turbine is to attain highest possible output under specified atmospheric conditions and profit from better structural model using suitable composite material and optimization techniques in manufacturing. Determining optimal shape of the blade and optimal composite material is complex one, as the mathematical description of aerodynamic load is complex and it should satisfy both the constraints and objectives of the problem. This paper incorporates the performance and design aspects, siting requirements, classification of wind electric conversion systems, choice of rotors and generators, environmental aspects and optimization concepts of wind turbine rotors.
Keywords: Aerodynamic, Composite material, Wind-Electric Conversion Systems, Optimization
Scope of the Article: Discrete Optimization