Introduction to Wind Energy

Kiran Ramkrishna Beldar

Welcome to your course "Introduction To Wind Energy" this course is designed for the students who wants to endeavour their knowledge in Wind Energy.

In this course all the basics of wind turbine in covered.

1] Fundamentals of Wind Energy

2] Basics of Fluid Mechanics in Wind Turbine

3] Basic Fundamentals of Power Generation In Wind Turbine

4] Introduction to Wind Turbine components

5] Introduction to Wind Parks

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Learning objectives

Working of wind turbine
Origin and types of winds
Factors affecting wind and nature of wind
Variation of wind speed with height
Wind turbine siting
Basics of fluid mechanics in wind turbine
Concept of aerofoil and design of lift
Relation of lift & drag forces with angle of attack
Number of blades of wind turbine
Twisting of wind turbine blades
Basic fundamentals of power generation in wind turbine
Calculation of power generated by wind turbine
Tip speed ratio
Cut in speed and cut out speed
Classification of wind turbine
Basic components of wind turbine

Wind turbine rotor and placing of rotor
Wind turbine blades and material
Wind turbine hub and its types
Nacelle and yawing mechanism
Transmission system (gearbox)
Electric generator in wind turbine
Wind turbine tower
Onshore wind turbine foundation
Offshore wind turbine foundation
Introduction to wind parks
General wind park layout and placing of wind machine
Types of wind parks
Electric power transmission
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Working of wind turbine
Origin and types of winds
Factors affecting wind and nature of wind
Variation of wind speed with height
Wind turbine siting
Basics of fluid mechanics in wind turbine
Concept of aerofoil and design of lift
Relation of lift & drag forces with angle of attack
Number of blades of wind turbine
Twisting of wind turbine blades
Basic fundamentals of power generation in wind turbine
Calculation of power generated by wind turbine
Tip speed ratio
Cut in speed and cut out speed
Classification of wind turbine
Basic components of wind turbine
Wind turbine rotor and placing of rotor
Wind turbine blades and material
Wind turbine hub and its types
Nacelle and yawing mechanism
Transmission system (gearbox)
Electric generator in wind turbine
Wind turbine tower
Onshore wind turbine foundation
Offshore wind turbine foundation
Introduction to wind parks
General wind park layout and placing of wind machine
Types of wind parks
Electric power transmission
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Syllabus

Fundamentals of Wind Energy

Introduction to Wind Turbine

Origin and Types of Winds

Factors affecting Wind and Nature of Wind

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Introduction to Wind Energy with these activities:

Review Basics of Fluid Mechanics

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Reinforce your understanding of fluid mechanics principles, which are crucial for understanding how wind interacts with turbine blades.

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Review key concepts like pressure, viscosity, and flow.
Work through practice problems related to fluid flow around objects.
Consult online resources or textbooks for clarification.

Study 'Renewable Energy Resources'

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Broaden your knowledge of renewable energy sources and understand the role of wind energy in the overall energy mix.

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Read the sections related to wind energy and other renewable sources.
Compare and contrast the different renewable energy technologies.
Consider the environmental and economic implications of each technology.

Read 'Wind Energy Explained: Theory, Design and Application'

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Gain a deeper understanding of wind energy principles and technologies by studying a comprehensive textbook.

View Wind Energy Explained: On Land and Offshore on Amazon

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Read the chapters related to wind turbine aerodynamics and power generation.
Take notes on key concepts and formulas.
Work through the example problems provided in the book.

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Follow Online Tutorials on Wind Turbine Simulation

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Develop practical skills in wind turbine simulation by following online tutorials using software like QBlade or OpenFOAM.

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Find tutorials on wind turbine simulation using relevant software.
Follow the tutorials step-by-step to create a basic simulation model.
Experiment with different parameters and analyze the results.

Create a Presentation on Wind Turbine Siting

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Solidify your understanding of wind turbine siting by creating a presentation that explains the key factors to consider.

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Research the factors that affect wind turbine siting, such as wind speed, terrain, and environmental impact.
Create a presentation outlining these factors and their importance.
Include visuals, such as maps and diagrams, to illustrate your points.

Design a Small Wind Turbine Blade

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Apply your knowledge of aerodynamics and wind turbine design by creating a conceptual design for a small wind turbine blade.

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Research different airfoil shapes and their characteristics.
Calculate the optimal blade twist and chord length distribution.
Create a 3D model of your blade design using CAD software.
Write a report summarizing your design process and results.

Create a Data Visualization of Wind Speed Data

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Practice data analysis and visualization skills by creating a visualization of wind speed data from a specific location.

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Find a source of wind speed data for a specific location.
Use a data visualization tool like Python's Matplotlib or Seaborn to create a graph of the data.
Analyze the graph to identify trends and patterns in wind speed.

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We've selected two books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Introduction to Wind Energy.

Renewable Energy Resources

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While covering a broad range of renewable energy sources, this book dedicates significant attention to wind energy. It provides a solid foundation in the principles of wind energy conversion and discusses the environmental and economic aspects of wind power. is helpful for understanding wind energy in the broader context of renewable energy technologies.

Renewable Energy Resources

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Wind Energy Explained

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Provides a comprehensive overview of wind energy, covering theory, design, and applications. It delves into the aerodynamics of wind turbines, power generation, and wind farm development. It valuable resource for understanding the technical aspects of wind energy systems. This book is commonly used as a textbook in wind energy courses.

Wind Energy Explained: On Land and Offshore

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Wind Energy Explained: On Land and Offshore

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