Pseudo three-dimensional numerical investigation of legacy vertical axis wind turbine configurations

In this paper, a pseudo three-dimensional computational fluid dynamics model of Sandia’s 17-meter Vertical Axis Wind Turbine is implemented and validated against experimental data for a Tip Speed Ratio of 4.60. The Unsteady Reynolds Averaged Navier Stokes equations and the Shear Stress Transport tur...

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Main Authors: Nick Ogrodnik, Ayesh Sudasinghe, Erica Heiber, Hamza abo el Ella, Amin Fereidooni, Edgar Matida, Tarik Kaya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2023-01-01
Series:Energy Conversion and Management: X
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174522001611