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repository.up.ac.za
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https://repository.up.ac.za/items/79267ffe-1428-4565-8500-eac1f8d606ec
# Finite element modeling of structural design optimization of various vertical axis wind turbine models. ## Journal Title. Rahman, M, Smith, A, Freeman, A, Denham, J, Christopher, L, Huggins, W, Johnson, Z & Ragland, J 2014, 'Finite element modeling of structural design optimization of various vertical axis wind turbine models', Paper presented to the 10th International Conference on Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics, Florida, 14-16 July 2014. Paper presented to the 10th International Conference on Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics, Florida, 14-16 July 2014. The purpose of this study is to perform a finite element static stress analysis to develop structurally stable and relatively efficient vertical axis wind turbine (VAWT) model design. The ANSYS FLUENT, a finite element based computational fluid dynamics solver, is adopted to obtain the pressure distributions on the Savonius type models and the lift force for the Giromill model.
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link.springer.com
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https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s43088-025-00680-4
# A comprehensive review of numerical simulation techniques for wind turbines: from computational fluid dynamics and finite element analysis to advanced turbulence modeling. This review critically examines state-of-the-art numerical methodologies for the simulation of wind turbines, offering a rigorous exploration of their theoretical foundations, practical implementations, and comparative performance. The core of the study delves into advanced computational techniques encompassing computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), and fully coupled CFD-FEA frameworks used to resolve aerodynamic, structural, and fluid–structure interaction phenomena with high fidelity. The paper systematically analyzes turbulence modeling strategies, from industry-standard Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes (RANS) models to high-resolution large eddy simulation (LES) and hybrid detached eddy simulation (DES) approaches, evaluating their capabilities in capturing unsteady flow structures, vortex dynamics, and wake interactions. Through a comparative synthesis of these methods, the paper provides deep insights into their trade-offs in terms of computational cost, physical realism, and practical applicability, ultimately guiding the selection and optimization of simulation strategies for advanced wind energy system design and performance evaluation. ### A comparative study of RANS-based turbulence models for an upscale wind turbine blade.
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futurepublishingllc.com
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https://futurepublishingllc.com?p=6729
* Optimization of wind turbine blade designs using computational fluid dynamics and structural analysis. **Paper Title:** Optimization of wind turbine blade designs using computational fluid dynamics and structural analysis: a review. **Corresponding Author:** Sudheer Choudari (sudheer.13031@gmail.com)/ India. Wind turbine blade optimization requires coordinated improvement of aerodynamic efficiency, structural reliability, fatigue life, manufacturability, and computational cost. This systematic literature review synthesizes studies on wind turbine blade design optimization using computational fluid dynamics and structural or aeroelastic analysis, with attention to design variables, modeling approaches, coupling strategies, optimization methods, validation practices, and limitations. The literature clustered into three streams: CFD-based aerodynamic shape optimization, especially airfoil, blade-tip, chord, twist, and sweep refinement; aeroelastic or multidisciplinary optimization balancing annual energy production with loads, fatigue, and control constraints; and structural or composite optimization addressing mass, stiffness, stress, deflection, buckling, laminate design, and manufacturability. Wind turbine blade, CFD, Structural analysis, Aero-structural optimization. Optimization of wind turbine blade designs using computational fluid dynamics and structural analysis: a review.
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researchgate.net
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https://www.researchgate.net/publication/395022852_A_comprehensive_review_of_…
This review critically examines state-of-the-art numerical methodologies for the simulation of wind turbines, offer‑ ing a rigorous
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simscale.com
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https://www.simscale.com/blog/optimize-wind-farms-cfd
This article shows how to use a computational method to optimize wind turbine placement to increase the efficiency of a wind farm.
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sciencedirect.com
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https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306261926005428
Three-dimensional CFD simulations enable detailed assessment of instantaneous aerodynamic loads and energy capture, which are essential for design optimisation,
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conservancy.umn.edu
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https://conservancy.umn.edu/items/27a9f027-529c-46a5-af40-e994264e2259
The objective of this research is to analyze three post-tensioned concrete wind turbine towers in ANSYS to evaluate feasibility for use in towers above 100m.
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mdpi.com
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https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/17/17/4269
permission is required to reuse all or part of the article published by MDPI, including figures and tables. Feature papers represent the most advanced research with significant potential for high impact in the field. The aim is to provide a snapshot of some of the. The growing interest in renewable energy solutions for sustainable development has significantly advanced the design and analysis of floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs). Modeling FOWTs presents challenges due to the considerable coupling between the turbine’s aerodynamics and the floating platform’s hydrodynamics. This review paper highlights the critical role of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in enhancing the design and performance evaluation of FOWTs. It thoroughly evaluates various CFD approaches, including uncoupled, partially coupled, and fully coupled models, to address the intricate interactions between aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, and structural dynamics within FOWTs. Additionally, this paper reviews a range of software tools for FOWT numerical analysis. computational fluid dynamics; floating offshore wind turbines; uncoupled CFD models; partially coupled CFD models; fully coupled CFD models.