This article presents a comparison study of different aerodynamic models for an X-shaped
vertical-axis wind turbine and offers insight into the 3D aerodynamics of this rotor at fixed …

Vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) are superior because they have compact structure,
good wind adaptability and strong scalability. The coupling dynamic response mechanisms …

Momentum recovery within the near wake of a cross-flow turbine is studied, focusing on the
different terms of the momentum balance equation. The flow is computed via Large-Eddy …

Renewable energy has received a lot of attention. In recent years, offshore wind power has
received particular attention among renewable energies. Fixed-type offshore wind turbines …

A good understanding of aerodynamic loading is essential in the design of vertical axis wind
turbines (VAWTs) to properly capture design loads and to estimate the power production …

This textbook provides in-depth treatment of all systems associated with wind energy,
including the aerodynamic and structural aspects of blade design, the flow of energy and …

Horizontal-axis wind turbines (HAWTs) are widely studied and have proven their
technological capabilities. However, wind turbines are moving into new environments, such …

The wind energy market is currently dominated by horizontal axis wind turbines (HAWTs);
however, vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs) are emerging as a design alternative …

Synthetic jets (SJs) offer a promising technique for enhancing aerodynamic efficiency in
vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) by controlling boundary layer separation on airfoils. This …

This study examines the impact of plasma actuators on the aerodynamic performance
(power and loads) of megawatt-scale vertical axis wind turbines. Aerodynamic performance …