Design Simulation and Experimental Verification of Optimized Savonius Wind Turbine Profile

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dc.contributor.advisorShrestha, Rajendra
dc.contributor.authorPaudel, Anuj
dc.date.accessioned2024-08-14T03:45:17Z
dc.date.available2024-08-14T03:45:17Z
dc.date.issued2024-06
dc.descriptionThe report concludes by suggesting ways to improve the turbine's efficiency and scalability, such as the use of more advanced materials like carbon fiber. As Nepal continues to explore alternative sources of energy, wind power, and the innovative use of technologies like the Savonius wind turbine, offer a promising solution for meeting the country's energy needs while reducing environmental impact.
dc.description.abstractNepal 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.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14540/22683
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherI.O.E
dc.subjectDesign Simulation
dc.subjectWind Turbine
dc.subjectExperimental Verification
dc.titleDesign Simulation and Experimental Verification of Optimized Savonius Wind Turbine Profile
dc.typeThesis
local.academic.levelMasters
local.institute.titleInstitute of Engineering
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