Wind Turbine Design for Low Wind Speed Applications: Advancing Renewable Energy Systems Through Wind Tunnel Experiments

Shiva Prasad; Satya Sandeep C H; Sejal Wankhede; Shubham Parite

doi:10.51583/ijltemas.2025.140500001

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Wind Turbine Design for Low Wind Speed Applications: Advancing Renewable Energy Systems Through Wind Tunnel Experiments

Shiva Prasad Satya Sandeep C H Sejal Wankhede Shubham Parite

International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering Management & Applied Science Vol. 14 No. 5 pp. 1-6 · RSIS International

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Abstract

Received: 30 April 2025; Accepted: 08 May 2025; Published: 28 May 2025
Abstract- The integration of wind energy into urban and rural energy systems presents a compelling pathway to sustainable energy generation. This study explores the design, optimization, and performance assessment of advanced wind turbine systems, emphasizing low wind speed applications and maximizing energy yield in varied geographical settings. Innovative methodologies such as computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and empirical performance testing underpin this research. The findings demonstrate enhanced energy efficiency through optimized blade designs and adaptive turbine configurations, addressing critical challenges such as turbulence and structural durability. This work contributes to advancing renewable energy technologies, offering scalable solutions for global energy sustainability.

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Published: May 28, 2025
Vol/Issue: 14(5)
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Shiva Prasad

Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubli, Karnataka, India

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Shiva Prasad, Satya Sandeep C H, Sejal Wankhede, et al. (2025). Wind Turbine Design for Low Wind Speed Applications: Advancing Renewable Energy Systems Through Wind Tunnel Experiments. International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering Management & Applied Science, 14(5), 1-6. https://doi.org/10.51583/ijltemas.2025.140500001

Wind Turbine Design for Low Wind Speed Applications: Advancing Renewable Energy Systems Through Wind Tunnel Experiments

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