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    Design Simulation and Experimental Verification of Optimized Savonius Wind Turbine Profile
    (I.O.E, 2024-06) Paudel, Anuj; Shrestha, Rajendra
    Nepal possesses significant hydropower potential but has not fully harnessed this resource, leading to limited power production capacity. To bridge the gap between energy demand and generation, Nepal can leverage wind energy, which can produce up to 3000 MW, with 448 MW readily and commercially exploitable. Historically, Nepal has focused on horizontal axis wind turbines (HAWTs), with minimal exploration of vertical axis wind turbines (VAWTs). VAWTs offer several advantages over HAWTs, such as lower mounting height, omni-directional capability, and efficiency at low wind speeds. The Savonius wind turbine was selected for its simple design and effective performance in low wind speeds and turbulent airflow. The report details the design process, including material selection, dimensions, and assembly process, with the use of SOLIDWORKS 17. A model was simulated, fabricated, and tested to obtain experimental data. The maximum rotational speed, torque and angular velocity generated were experimentally determined to be 266 rpm, 0.305 Nm and 27.841 ω, respectively, at wind velocities of 6.3 m/s.