Aerodynamics of Wind Turbines
( 25 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Wind Energy
Overview of wind energy, its importance, and the role of aerodynamics in wind turbines

Module #2
Wind Turbine Basics
Components of a wind turbine, types of wind turbines, and their operating principles

Module #3
Aerodynamic Fundamentals
Review of basic aerodynamic concepts:lift, drag, thrust, and torque

Module #4
Airfoil Aerodynamics
Airfoil geometry, lift and drag curves, and stall characteristics

Module #5
Blade Element Theory
Introduction to blade element theory, blade element momentum theory, and Glauerts correction

Module #6
Rotor Disk Theory
Actuator disk theory, momentum theory, and Betz limit

Module #7
Wind Turbine Performance
Power curve, thrust curve, and efficiency of a wind turbine

Module #8
Wind Turbine Design Considerations
Design considerations:blade shape, size, and number, hub height, and rotor speed

Module #9
Aerodynamic Loads
Types of aerodynamic loads:fatigue, ultimate, and extreme loads

Module #10
Turbulence and Wake Effects
Turbulence models, wake effects, and wind turbine wakes

Module #11
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Introduction to CFD, mesh generation, and turbulence modeling for wind turbine aerodynamics

Module #12
Wind Tunnel Testing
Wind tunnel testing methods, scaling laws, and limitations

Module #13
Field Measurements and Data Analysis
Field measurement techniques, data analysis, and uncertainty quantification

Module #14
Wind Turbine Control Systems
Control systems:pitch, yaw, and torque control, and their impact on aerodynamics

Module #15
Aerodynamic Optimization
Optimization techniques for wind turbine design:gradient-based, evolutionary, and surrogate-based methods

Module #16
Noise and Vibration
Aerodynamic noise generation, propagation, and reduction, and vibration analysis

Module #17
Ice Accretion and Erosion
Ice accretion and erosion on wind turbine blades, and their effects on aerodynamics

Module #18
Aerodynamic Effects of Environmental Conditions
Aerodynamic effects of temperature, humidity, and air density on wind turbine performance

Module #19
Farm Effects and Wake Steering
Wind farm effects, wake steering, and optimization techniques for farm performance

Module #20
Offshore Wind Turbines
Unique challenges and considerations for offshore wind turbines:waves, currents, and corrosion

Module #21
Floating Wind Turbines
Floating wind turbines:design, dynamics, and aerodynamic challenges

Module #22
Airborne Wind Energy
Airborne wind energy systems:tethered wings, gliders, and aerodynamic considerations

Module #23
Advanced Wind Turbine Concepts
Co-axial, tandem, and shrouded wind turbines:design, advantages, and challenges

Module #24
Case Studies and Applications
Real-world case studies and applications of wind turbine aerodynamics

Module #25
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Aerodynamics of Wind Turbines career

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Aerodynamics of Wind Turbines ( 25 Modules )

Aerodynamics of Wind Turbines
( 25 Modules )