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Comparative Environmental and Economic Assessment of Wind Turbine Blade Materials
Abstract: Wind energy has proven to be one of the most stable and non-polluting renewable energy sources to mass power production. For energy production wind turbine is an essential part of the wind power plant. The choice of the blade material and coating applied on it has a strong impact on aerodynamic performance, mechanical strength, fatigue life, manufacturing possibility, and environmental effects throughout the operating life of the turbine. Hence, authors …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 91–99 Read article
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Analysis of the Output Power in Offshore Bladeless Vibrational Wind Turbines
Abstract: This work focuses on studying and analyzing the power generation in offshore bladeless vibrational wind turbines. In previous work, we developed detailed research about the vibrational wind turbine design and configuration; in this new work, we analyze the energy supply from this type of turbine to achieve a better understanding of the behavior and potential of bladeless vibrational wind turbines (BVWT) as an additional power source in offshore wind farms. …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Multi-directional Wind Turbine System Optimisation and Mathematical Modelling for India’s Sustainable Wind Energy Development
Abstract: The global trend towards green energy usage is expanding. Wind power is clean and sustainable and may compete with fossil fuels in the electricity market. This project's manufacturing cost must match fossil fuels or other energy sources to be competitive. The main investment in wind generation is in machinery and infrastructure. Wind power becomes competitive by lowering energy costs through turbine design, building, and operation. Understanding wind turbine activity over …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–42 Read article
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Design and Optimization of Radial Turbines for Waste Heat Recovery Applications
Abstract: Waste heat recovery (WHR) offers a compelling way to improve sustainability and energy efficiency in several different industrial sectors. In waste heat recovery (WHR) systems, radial turbines are essential because they capture waste heat and transform it into useful mechanical or electrical energy. A thorough summary of the design and optimization concepts guiding radial turbines for WHR applications is given in this review article. After outlining the basic concepts of …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 52–58 Read article
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Micro Steam Turbines for Hybrid Power Source Vehicles
Abstract: The paper describes a new hybrid power system for vehicles consisting in an Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) plus a micro steam turbine (MST) that supplies energy to an electric motor. The result of this hybridization is a reduction in fuel consumption and an improvement in performance efficiency. The micro steam turbine unit uses the released thermal energy from the ICE to generate water vapor flow, which is accelerated in a …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Analysis of new Floating Offshore Wind Turbine under drag force operation
Abstract: The goal of this paper is the study and analysis of a new type of floating offshore wind turbine (FOWT), which operates under drag force instead of lifting force as the conventional FOWT. We simulate the wind turbine operation modifying the pitch angle to faithfully reproduce the behavior when submitted to waves’ movement. The analysis of the wind turbine performance is developed in a model at laboratory scale to control …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Energy harnessing solution using a vertical axis wind turbine installed on the automotive rooftop.
Abstract: The transportation sector plays a major role in greenhouse gas emissions, prompting worldwide initiatives to mitigate its environmental effects. While the shift from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles is growing, it often merely shifts emissions rather than eliminating them, as fossil fuels continue to dominate energy production. A comprehensive solution requires universal access to renewable energy sources like wind, solar, and hydro power, which is currently impractical due to …
Published in Journal of Automobile Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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AI-Assisted Design and Theoretical Aerodynamic Evaluation of a Multistage Conical Diffuser Micro Wind Turbine Fabricated from Polymeric Composites
Abstract: The rising demand for compact, lightweight, and high-efficiency renewable energy systems has accelerated the development of micro wind turbines capable of delivering stable performance under low wind conditions. Traditional bare-rotor micro turbines suffer from limited aerodynamic efficiency, motivating the adoption of diffuser-augmented architectures and advanced polymer-based composite materials. This study presents the AI-assisted conceptual design and theoretical aerodynamic evaluation of a multistage conical diffuser micro wind turbine fabricated using a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1111–1118 Read article
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Modelling of Wind-Wave Misalignment for Floating Offshore Wind Turbines
Abstract: The influence of the combined effects of wind and waves onto the performance of a floating offshore wind turbine (FOWT) is analyzed. A study of the wind conditions relative to the position of the aerodynamic rotor has been made, analyzing how the angle of incidence of the wind (angle of attack) varies with the wind direction and the inclination of the wind turbine mast as a consequence of the undulatory …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology Read article
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Savonius Vertical Axis Wind Turbines: A Review of Design Principles and Fabrication Approaches
Abstract: The need for renewable energy-based applications is rising in the modern world. The wind turbine is among the most practical energy sources. The best examples of using wind energy to its fullest extent are windmills. One such use for wind energy harvesting is the “Vertical Axis Wind Turbine” project work. In this project, the possibility of producing electricity and supplying it to bus stops, traffic lights, streetlights, etc. was investigated. …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Computational Fluid Dynamics and Composite Material Study on Scoop-Type Savonius Turbine for Train-Based Energy Generation
Abstract: This study investigates the feasibility of integrating a scoop-type savonius vertical-axis wind turbine (VAWT) on the rooftop of a moving train to generate renewable onboard power. The motivation stems from increasing demands for sustainable energy solutions and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, particularly in transportation. A two-blade savonius turbine, with dimensions of 0.4 m in diameter and 0.5 m in height, was modeled in PTC Creo Parametric 3.0 and analyzed …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 566–580 Read article
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Vibrational Wind Turbine Design
Abstract: This work focuses on the study and analysis of bladeless wind turbines (BWT) as an alternative to operating vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWT) and horizontal-axis wind turbines (HAWT). A mathematical analysis of the BWT oscillation under wind force allows the development of specific mathematical expressions for the oscillation speed and BWT mast displacement at any height. The oscillation movement is submitted to a Strouhal constant number condition, resulting in an algorithm …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 32–45 Read article
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Solar and Screw Hydropower Turbine for Power Generation – A Comprehensive Study
Abstract: Micro-hydro power plants rely on efficient screw pump systems to harness the kinetic energy of flowing watercourses for electricity generation. Landustrie, with nearly a century of expertise in screw pump technology, has been pivotal in advancing the field. This paper examines the evolution of screw pump technology within micro-hydro power generation, highlighting Landustrie's contributions and the introduction of automated screw pump selection software. In contrast, screw hydropower turbines use the …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Assembly Process and Performance of A Micro Steam Power Plant
Abstract: Energy is an indispensable component of modern society, driving everything from industrial processes to household appliances, among the various sources of energy, steam power, a form of heat energy has played a pivotal role in the development of human civilization, paving the way for the Industrial Revolution and subsequent technological advancements. This study focused on the assembly and performance evaluation of a 5 kW steam power plant. The components of …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 38–48 Read article
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Numerical Simulation of Air Flow Field of A Gas Turbine Engine Air blast Atomizer
Abstract: One of the most crucial process that occurs before the fuel is burned in the combustion chamber is atomization. The performance of a engine will be depend mainly on the fuel mixture. Performance of the engine depends on atomization process because it breaks the bulk fuel into small droplets and injects it into the combustion chamber, in order to make this happen consequently the dimensions of most of the fuel …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 13, 2023 · pp. 169–180 Read article
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Improved Marine Wind Farm Layout
Abstract: This work proposes a new marine wind farm layout. The new configuration is based on the hybridization of alternating lift-force and drag-force wind turbines. Lift-force wind turbines are characterized by a high output power and large dimensions, while drag-force wind turbines have moderate power output and reduced size. The proposed layout inserts the drag-force turbines in the free space the lift-force turbines leave, using the turbulent wind to generate power …
Published in Journal of Offshore Structure and Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Integration of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines into Urban Environments: Feasibility and Design Considerations
Abstract: Abstract This study aims to comprehensively investigate the performance of Savonius rotor wind turbines through a combination of numerical simulations and experimental testing. Initially, 3-dimensional CAD software Solidworks and ANSYS will be utilized to design detailed models of the turbines. Numerical meshes will then be generated around these models using FLUENT software, incorporating the k-ε turbulence model to simulate fluid flow fields. Parameters such as drag coefficient, lift coefficient, pressure …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Effect of Leading-Edge Roughness on the Aerodynamic Characteristics of the Wind Turbine blade
Abstract: Leading-Edge Roughness (LER) strongly dictates boundary layer transition and performance degradation on an airfoil operating at transitional Reynolds numbers, an aerodynamic regime where shear-layer stability mechanisms remain highly complex. The wind tunnel experiments were conducted to investigate the aerodynamic impacts of surface roughness applied over 25% of the chord of a NACA 0018 airfoil using two discrete roughness gradations. Surface roughness induces an early boundary layer trip, causing elevated section …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 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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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