Vertical-axis wind turbine aerodynamics

Book chapter (2022)
Research Group
Wind Energy (Aerospace Engineering) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2022 D. De Tavernier, Carlos Ferreira, Anders Goude
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-05455-7_64-2
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2022

Language

English

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Faculty

Aerospace Engineering

Department

Flow Physics and Technology

Research Group

Wind Energy

Abstract

This chapter highlights the main aerodynamic phenomena and challenges of vertical-axis wind turbines. First, an introduction is provided on the VAWT history and (dis-)advantages. The basics of VAWT aerodynamics and the various rotor simplifications/representations are presented. Further, the state-of-the art aerodynamic modeling techniques, specifically for VAWTs, are discussed. Since VAWTs are inherently unsteady, the main unsteady phenomena that play a crucial role in VAWT aerodynamics are summarized. Finally, wake aerodynamics and the importance of airfoil design for VAWTs are highlighted.

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