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Commercialization of a diffuser augmented wind turbine for distributed generation

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posted on 2025-05-09, 17:49 authored by S. P. Evans, Joss KesbyJoss Kesby, J. Bradley, Philip ClausenPhilip Clausen
Small-scale distributed wind generation faces challenges in being cost competitive due to recent advances in solar photovoltaic and battery storage technology. Reductions in levelized cost of energy (LCOE) can be achieved by improvements in aerodynamic efficiency, generator controller design, or reducing cost of manufacture. In this paper we present a case study detailing the commercialization of a novel 200 W high-efficiency diffuser augmented wind turbine (DAWT). Results include increased rotor efficiency, bespoke controller design, and the novel use of manufacturing processes. Findings and conclusions are of direct interest to small wind turbine designers as they seek to reduce LCOE.

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Source title

Proceedings of NAWEA WindTech 2019, Volume 1452, 012014

Name of conference

Journal of Physics: Conference Series

Location

Amherst, MA

Start date

2019-10-14

End date

2019-10-16

Publisher

Institute of Physics Publishing (IOP)

Place published

Bristol, UK

Language

  • en, English

College/Research Centre

Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment

School

School of Engineering

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