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46 articles for “Blade Design”
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Design and Analysis of Aerodynamics on Wind Turbine
Abstract: The design and analysis of aerodynamics on a horizontal axis wind turbine rotor blade are explained in this research. A method for selecting materials for wind turbine design is described, followed by the design of the solid works. . The science and study of the physical rules that control the behaviour of objects in airflows, as well as the forces that these airflows produce, is known as aerodynamics. This article …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Design and Development of a Bladeless Cooling System for Industrial Workers in High-Heat Environments
Abstract: This study presents a bladeless cooling system designed for industrial workers exposed to high-heat environments. The product improves airflow, reduces heat stress, and enhances workplace comfort through optimized design, airflow control, and user-centered testing.
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology Read article
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Optimize the Efficiency of the Kaplan Turbine by Design and CFD Analysis of Runner Wheel Blades
Abstract: Abstract: Due to recent crises of electricity in the country, it is utmost need for the utilization of renewable energy resources abundantly available like hydropower. To overcome this problem of electricity shortage, hydro-power turbines can be used. Since every hydro site have different site conditions, so design and selection of the proper turbine type and size becomes more important. In this case, it is vital to adopt indigenous design and …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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CFD Analysis on Pump as Turbine (PAT) for Small and Micro Hydropower Plant
Abstract: AbstractMicro and small hydropower is an effective option for generating electricity, with low cost and impact on the environment. In this application the Pump-as-turbine (PAT) solution has promise due to its low purchase and maintenance costs. In this paper, the work over two designs of pump as turbine: 4 blade pump as turbine and 8 blade pump as turbine is studied and applied. The result revealed a better performance of …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Design And Analysis of Carbon Filler Reinforced Composite Small Wind Turbine Blades
Abstract: Although wind turbines have great potential for capturing wind energy, their blades suffer from unstable aerodynamic loads as a result of operating for extended time in challenging conditions. Both structural and aerodynamic performance are negatively impacted by these loads. The effectiveness of the wind turbine and the use of wind energy are significantly impacted by the choice airfoil. Commonly used airfoils include NACA 4412, NACA 23012, and SG6043. The lift …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 79–89 Read article
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CFD Analysis of a Bladeless Propelling Unit for the Drones
Abstract: Conventionally, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and autonomous aerial vehicles (AAVs) utilize bladed propellers to produce lift, altitude, and thrust for propulsion. Yet, these blades are susceptible to abrasion when they contact external surfaces, resulting in diminished operational efficiency over time. Our ongoing investigation introduces a pioneering approach by integrating bladeless propeller technology, drawing inspiration from Dyson’s Bladeless Fan Theory. This study seeks to address the wear-related shortcomings of conventional propeller …
Published in Recent Trends in Fluid Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Design of Centrifugal Fan Impeller and Comparison with Industry Design: A Case Study
Abstract: Fans are one type of turbo machines to deliver a desired amount of volume flow and static/total air pressure. The density, temperature and altitude play a vital role in fan design. Fan design process is complex and an exact simpler direct analytical methods are rarely used by reputed fan designers. An approach is made to identify analytical formulae recommended by Ing Bruno Eck and Frank. P. Bleier and carry on …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 11–15 Read article
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Evaluating the Effect of Carbon Fillers on the Mechanical Properties of Jute and Epoxy Composite Wind Turbine Blades
Abstract: Natural fibers are a sustainable substitute for synthetic materials because of many benefits, which include light weight, biodegradability, renewability, and affordability. An approach to sustainable blade design that shows promise is its use into wind turbine blades. The study focuses on jute/epoxy composite's tensile strength, impact strength, water absorption, void fraction and degradation with carbon fillers and apply in making small wind turbine blades. To fabricate the composites, two jute …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 191–203 Read article
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To Evaluate the Performance of the Selected Hybrid Systems and Validation of Mathematical Model with the Experimental Data
Abstract: The main aim of this paper to evaluate the performance of the PV-Wind hybrid systems and validation of mathematical model with the experimental model. In the research paper, the experimental model of PV-Wind Hybrid system has been installed at a height of 22 meters in the School of Energy and Environmental studies, DAVV, Indore, and M.P., India. The theoretical calculation of the wind generator output has also been compared with …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Designing of Shredder Machine for Recycling Post Consumer Denim Waste for Making Composite Denim Boards
Abstract: India has a population of about 1.35 billion in 2020 and as fabrics account for 4% of India's GDP, customers spend roughly 68 billion dollars on apparel and footwear each year. Currently, the short lifecycles of apparel products due to rapid fashion cycles and increased buying power of Indian consumers in urban as well as in rural areas are resulting in significant amounts of postconsumer textile waste in the form …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 934–945 Read article
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Small Scale Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine
Abstract: In this work, the performance analysis of a designed small scale horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) has been presented and optimized by varying span length and chord length. The HAWT blades are shaped to generate maximum power from the wind at minimum cost. The blades are designed by using QBlade software and simulated in blade element method (BEM).The values of tip speed ratio and power coefficient have been obtained as …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 26–32 Read article
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Energy and Performance Optimization of Airfoil Blade of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine by CFD
Abstract: Wind Energy is a fast-developing type of intensity age the world over. This is to a limitedextent because of worries over worldwide environmental change and vitality security whileinterest for electrical vitality keeps on developing. Power request is proposed to develop at ayearly pace of 2.4% all around. Modern horizontal axis wind turbines have become afinancially reasonable type of clean and renewable power production. As a result, the windindustry has recently …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Enhancing Worker Comfort in High-Heat Environments: A Triangular Bladeless Cooling Fan Approach
Abstract: Workers in high-heat industrial environments frequently encounter thermal stress, fatigue, and dehydration, which significantly impact both productivity and safety. Existing cooling solutions such as pedestal fans, ceiling fans, and central air-cooling systems often fall short due to limited airflow reach, safety concerns from exposed blades, high energy consumption, and poor suitability for dynamic workshop layouts. To address these challenges, this study presents a novel triangular bladeless fan designed specifically for …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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A Computational Study of Lift and Drag Characteristics for NACA 4415 and NACA 2412 Aerofoils
Abstract: The performance of an aerofoil is crucial in designing wind turbine blades, aircraft wings, and other aerodynamic surfaces. This project presents a comparative analysis of two widely used aerofoil profiles, NACA 4415 and NACA 2412, to study their lift and drag characteristics under different flow regimes. The aerofoil geometries were developed using the NACA four-digit notation and modeled in ANSYS Design Modeler. Numerical simulations were conducted in ANSYS Fluent for …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1298–1315 Read article
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Experimental analysis of wind turbine blade (HAWT) with recycled carpet waste polymer composite material
Abstract: The term "carpet" is often used interchangeably with "rug," but there is a technical distinction. Rugs are generally smaller and can be easily moved, while carpets are typically larger and cover a significant portion of the floor. Carpets are commonly used to enhance the comfort of indoor spaces, provide insulation, and contribute to the overall design and atmosphere of a room. Polymer composite materials also known as polymer matrix composites …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 259–265 Read article
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CFD Analysis of Savonius VAWT for Household Application
Abstract: Fossil fuels are depleting at very fast rate and will have shortages in near future. Also, prices of fuelsincrease day-by-day, demands of renewable energy sources increases for electrical power generation.Wind energy is available in nature free of cost and in abundant form, so is an excellent option forgeneration of electric power through wind turbine technology. Rapid increase in global energyrequirement resulted in considerable attention towards renewable energy sources as there …
Published in Journal of Experimental & Applied Mechanics · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 18–32 Read article
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Testing of Efficiency of Wind Turbine Blade NACA2415 Aerofoil Type Using Recycled Carpet Waste Polymer Composite Material
Abstract: In 2020, over 50% of residential properties in the United States were outfitted with carpet flooring, boasting an average longevity ranging from 10 to 18 years. Carpets are crafted from various fibers, including woven nylon, polyester, polypropylene, or wool fibers. Historically, nearly 6 billion pounds of discarded carpets were directed to landfill sites, perpetually undergoing decomposition processes. My current project entails the fabrication of a wind turbine blade utilizing a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 5, 2024 · pp. 314–324 Read article
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Performance and Robustness of Wind Turbine Blades Composed of Recovered Waste Carpet Fiber Polymer Composites
Abstract: Carpets stay in good condition for ten to fifteen years, after which they wear out and are discarded. The large amount of used carpet waste is often dumped in landfills, causing health risks, air pollution, and other environmental problems. To reduce the growth of landfill sites, it is essential to implement recycling measures for carpet waste, protecting the environment by reusing these materials in new products. Carpet are made from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 53–66 Read article
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Recycling of Plastic Waste Using Mini Shredder
Abstract: In the current situation, plastic use is expanding daily, leading to a significant environmental problem. Plastics can negatively affect soil organisms in a variety of ways through complex interactions. For example, it has been found that microplastics seep into the soil and change its physical makeup, which lowers the soil's ability to hold water. Particularly in India, people generate 26,000 tons of plastic waste every day which is equivalent to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 426–435 Read article
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DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING OF MARINE PROPELLER
Abstract: The present work is aimed at the fabrication of propeller blade using Aluminium-24345 material. It is high corrosive resistant, light in weight and easy to maintain. A propeller has a complex geometry and requires high end modelling in its software. The solid model of propeller blade is developed in CATIA V5 R20. By using this model, propeller was manufactured using CNC machine. CNC machining is one of the rapid manufacturing …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 26–37 Read article