Blade shape optimization of the Savonius wind turbine using a genetic algorithm

•GA is incorporated into CFD for the optimization of Savonius wind turbine’s blades.•33% improvement in power coefficient is observed for turbine with optimal blades.•Turbine with optimal blades outperforms conventional one at a wide range of TSR. The Savonius wind turbine is one of the best candida...

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Published in:	Applied energy Vol. 213; pp. 148 - 157
Main Authors:	Chan, C.M., Bai, H.L., He, D.Q.
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Elsevier Ltd 01.03.2018
Subjects:	algorithms blades equipment design Genetic algorithm optimization Savonius wind turbine/rotor shear stress turbulent flow urban areas Wind energy wind speed wind turbines Genetic algorithm optimization Wind energy Savonius wind turbine/rotor
ISSN:	0306-2619, 1872-9118
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