Abstract: The actuator line method (ALM), combining a lumped-parameter representation of the rotating blades with the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) resolution of the turbine flow field, stands out among the modern simulation ...

Abstract: Wind turbines operate in challenging environmental conditions. In hot and dusty climates, blades are constantly exposed to abrasive particles that, according to many field reports, cause significant damages to the leading ...

Abstract: Increasing interest is being paid by architects, project developers and local governments to understanding where small wind turbines can effectively be exploited to provide delocalized power in the built environment. The ...

Abstract: Darrieus wind turbines are experiencing a renewed interest in the wind energy scenario, in particular, whenever small and mediumsize installations are considered. In these contexts, the average wind speeds are generally ...

Abstract: Recent studies have demonstrated that, when rotating around an axis orthogonal to the flow direction, airfoils are virtually transformed into equivalent airfoils with a camber line defined by their arc of rotation. In these ...

Abstract: A good prediction of the failure ratio of wind turbine (WT) components is pivotal to define a correct maintenance program and reduce the downtime periods. Even a small failure can lead to long downtime periods and high ...

Abstract: A numerical approach for transient computational fluid dynamics analyses of the autoclave curing process is presented, aimed at finding a trade-off between accuracy and computational cost that can make it industry-affordable. ...

Abstract: Experimental testing at the test rig still plays a key role in the development of new centrifugal compressor designs for industrial applications. Although a wide set of different probes is used as per common practice, the ...

Abstract: The efficiency gains observed in a pair of closely spaced Darrieus turbines suggest the deployment of multiple turbines as an appealing solution for wind and, particularly, hydrokinetic applications, where the inflow ...

Abstract: An accurate estimation of rotating stall is one of the key points for highpressure centrifugal compressors, as it is often connected with the onset of detrimental subsynchronous vibrations which can prevent the machine ...