Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters

In this research, we delve into the promising potential of horizontal axis wind turbines to effectively meet the electricity needs of developing countries. By addressing the challenges posed by low Reynolds number airflow characteristics, we focus on specific airfoils—E471, S2055, and RG15—tailored...

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Main Authors: Hossein Seifi Davari, Ruxandra Mihaela Botez, Mohsen Seify Davari, Harun Chowdhury
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Language:English
Published: Wiley 2024-01-01
Series:Journal of Engineering
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/8574868
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Ruxandra Mihaela Botez
Mohsen Seify Davari
Harun Chowdhury
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description In this research, we delve into the promising potential of horizontal axis wind turbines to effectively meet the electricity needs of developing countries. By addressing the challenges posed by low Reynolds number airflow characteristics, we focus on specific airfoils—E471, S2055, and RG15—tailored for horizontal axis wind turbine blade optimization. Utilizing QBLADE software, we evaluate the lift coefficient, stall angle of attack, and lift-to-drag ratio coefficient efficiency of these airfoils across various thickness-to-camber ratios. The aerodynamic efficiency of the altered airfoils is assessed in terms of lift coefficient, drag coefficient, lift-to-drag ratio coefficient, and stall angle of attack at Reynolds number ranging from 50,000 to 500,000. The findings reveal that the optimized thickness-to-camber ratio results in peak lift-to-drag ratio coefficient values surpassing the reference airfoils across the Re range. These lift-to-drag ratio coefficient enhancements vary among airfoils and Re values. Furthermore, modifications to the E471, S2055, and RG15 airfoils increase the peak lift coefficient and stall angle of attack values across all Re ranges examined. The validation of results is achieved through comparison with experimental testing, solidifying the reliability of QBLADE software in predicting aerodynamic performance.
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spelling doaj-art-94bfe6b7488942ca96811c4807ab99882025-02-03T05:29:50ZengWileyJournal of Engineering2314-49122024-01-01202410.1155/2024/8574868Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade ParametersHossein Seifi Davari0Ruxandra Mihaela Botez1Mohsen Seify Davari2Harun Chowdhury3Department of Mechanical and Marine EngineeringLaboratory of Applied Research in Active Controls, Avionics, and AeroServoelasticity LARCASEFaculty of Engineering and TechnologySchool of EngineeringIn this research, we delve into the promising potential of horizontal axis wind turbines to effectively meet the electricity needs of developing countries. By addressing the challenges posed by low Reynolds number airflow characteristics, we focus on specific airfoils—E471, S2055, and RG15—tailored for horizontal axis wind turbine blade optimization. Utilizing QBLADE software, we evaluate the lift coefficient, stall angle of attack, and lift-to-drag ratio coefficient efficiency of these airfoils across various thickness-to-camber ratios. The aerodynamic efficiency of the altered airfoils is assessed in terms of lift coefficient, drag coefficient, lift-to-drag ratio coefficient, and stall angle of attack at Reynolds number ranging from 50,000 to 500,000. The findings reveal that the optimized thickness-to-camber ratio results in peak lift-to-drag ratio coefficient values surpassing the reference airfoils across the Re range. These lift-to-drag ratio coefficient enhancements vary among airfoils and Re values. Furthermore, modifications to the E471, S2055, and RG15 airfoils increase the peak lift coefficient and stall angle of attack values across all Re ranges examined. The validation of results is achieved through comparison with experimental testing, solidifying the reliability of QBLADE software in predicting aerodynamic performance.http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/8574868
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Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
Journal of Engineering
title Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
title_full Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
title_fullStr Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
title_full_unstemmed Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
title_short Enhancing the Efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines Through Optimization of Blade Parameters
title_sort enhancing the efficiency of horizontal axis wind turbines through optimization of blade parameters
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