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.
History
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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