Inverse problem for vertical-axis wind turbines

Journal Article · Tue Oct 31 23:00:00 EST 1978 · J. Energy; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2514/3.47990· OSTI ID:6311591

Healy, J V

Vertical-axis turbines drag and lift coefficients were studied and it was determined that vertical-axis turbines cannot equal horizontal-axis machines in efficiency because the angle of attack of the horizontal-axis turbine can be varied to suit conditions. The best hope for vertical-axis wind turbines lies in concentrating on the regions where complete extraction is theoretically possible and looking for a blade profile that will most nearly match the lift and drag curves. (FS)

• Research Organization: Queen's Univ. of Belfast, Northern Ireland
• OSTI ID: 6311591
• Journal Information: J. Energy; (United States), Journal Name: J. Energy; (United States) Vol. 2:6; ISSN JENED
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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TURBINE BLADES
VERTICAL AXIS TURBINES
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