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Recent Developments of Wind Energy: 2nd Edition

A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "A3: Wind, Wave and Tidal Energy".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 April 2026 | Viewed by 1919

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Prof. Dr. Ming-Hung Hsu

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Department of Electrical Engineering, National Penghu University of Science and Technology, Magong 880011, Taiwan
Interests: vibration analysis; power systems; electromechanical integration; structural health diagnosis and systems; smart grids; wind power; photovoltaics
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Dear Colleagues,

Clean energies are becoming a major energy resource for the future. Wind power does not generate pollution and is a clean source. Recent engineering advances in wind energy production have contributed to the successful solution of real problems, thus improving quality of life. This Special Issue aims to gather research works which focus on the development of a mathematical model for the recent developments of wind energy. Potential topics include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Dynamics and control; 
  • Power electronics; 
  • Generators; 
  • Power transmission and distribution; 
  • Wind rotor technology; 
  • Wind farm planning; 
  • Wind loads and structural response; 
  • Optimization of energy systems. 

Prof. Dr. Ming-Hung Hsu
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • dynamics and control
  • power electronics
  • generators
  • power transmission and distribution
  • wind rotor technology
  • wind farm planning
  • wind loads and structural response
  • optimization of energy systems

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Design and the Operation Analysis of a Hybrid Solar Wind System for Sustainable Urban Energy
by Sanda Budea, Gabriela Larisa Maravela, George-Fabian Florea, Andrei Mihai and Ionut Voicu
Energies 2025, 18(23), 6362; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18236362 - 4 Dec 2025
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Sustainable urban energy is based on innovative solar and wind solutions. The paper presents such a hybrid solar–wind system, which is easy to place on building terraces, highlighting the advantages of this technical solution: energy production as close as possible to consumers, the [...] Read more.
Sustainable urban energy is based on innovative solar and wind solutions. The paper presents such a hybrid solar–wind system, which is easy to place on building terraces, highlighting the advantages of this technical solution: energy production as close as possible to consumers, the elimination of system losses, and small installation spaces being required. The system operates well in the low-speed range for the horizontal axis crossflow wind turbine placed under a flexible solar panel, at speeds between 2 and 8 m/s, and exhibits good efficiency in cooling the photovoltaic panels. The prototype proposed by the paper is a small-scale model that can produce on average 400 Wh/day and about 150 kWh/year. The paper analyses numerically the aerodynamic behaviour of the prototype at several wind speeds, as well as experimental results regarding the power and power coefficient for the wind turbine, as well as the power and efficiency of the flexible solar panel in the hybrid system. The research is complemented with comparative technical analysis and economic analysis. Full article
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Balancing Resource Potential and Investment Costs in Offshore Wind Projects: Evidence from Northern Colombia
by Adalberto Ospino-Castro, Carlos Robles-Algarín and Jhon William Vásquez Capacho
Energies 2025, 18(22), 6003; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18226003 - 16 Nov 2025
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This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic assessment of offshore wind projects in the Colombian Caribbean, emphasizing the impact of site-specific parameters on development costs and performance. Wind resource conditions were evaluated in four coastal regions (La Guajira, Magdalena, Atlántico, and Bolívar) using hourly [...] Read more.
This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic assessment of offshore wind projects in the Colombian Caribbean, emphasizing the impact of site-specific parameters on development costs and performance. Wind resource conditions were evaluated in four coastal regions (La Guajira, Magdalena, Atlántico, and Bolívar) using hourly meteorological data from 2015 to 2024, adjusted to 100 m above ground level through logarithmic and power law wind profile models. The analysis included wind speed, bathymetry, distance to shore, distance to substation, foundation type, wind power density (WPD), and capacity factor (Cf). Based on these parameters, annual energy generation was estimated, and both capital expenditures (CAPEX) and operational expenditures (OPEX) were calculated, considering the technical and cost differences between fixed and floating foundations. Results show that La Guajira combines excellent wind conditions (WPD of 796 W/m2 and Cf of 61.5%) with favorable construction feasibility (bathymetry of −32 m), resulting in the lowest CAPEX among the studied regions. In contrast, Magdalena and Atlántico, with bathymetries exceeding 200 m, require floating foundations that more than double the investment costs. Bolívar presents an intermediate profile, offering solid wind potential and fixed foundation feasibility at a moderate cost. The findings confirm that offshore wind project viability depends not only on wind resource quality but also on physical site constraints, which directly influence the cost structure and energy yield. This integrated approach supports more accurate project prioritization and contributes to strategic planning for the sustainable deployment of offshore wind energy in Colombia. Full article
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Multi-Area Wind Power Planning with Storage Systems for Capacity Credit Maximization Using Fuzzy-Based Optimization Strategy
by Homod M. Ghazal, Umer Amir Khan and Fahad Alismail
Energies 2025, 18(21), 5628; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18215628 - 26 Oct 2025
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Generation expansion planning is critical for the sustainable development of power systems, particularly with the increasing integration of renewable energy sources like wind power. This paper presents an innovative generation expansion model identifying the optimal strategy for constructing new wind power plants. The [...] Read more.
Generation expansion planning is critical for the sustainable development of power systems, particularly with the increasing integration of renewable energy sources like wind power. This paper presents an innovative generation expansion model identifying the optimal strategy for constructing new wind power plants. The model determines the ideal size of wind power generation and strategically allocates wind resources across multi-area power systems to maximize their capacity credit. A novel fuzzy set approach addresses wind power’s inherent uncertainty and variability, which models wind data uncertainty through membership functions for each stochastic parameter. This method enhances the accuracy of capacity credit calculations by effectively capturing the unpredictable nature of wind power. The model uses the Effective Load Carrying Capability (ELCC) as the objective function to measure the additional load that can be reliably supported by wind generation. Additionally, integrating a compressed-air energy storage system (CAESS) is introduced as a novel solution to mitigate the intermittency of wind power, further boosting the wind power plants’ capacity credit. By incorporating an energy storage system (ESS), the model ensures greater resource availability and flexibility. The study evaluates a multi-area power network, where each area has distinct conventional generation capacity, reliability metrics, load profiles, and wind data. A three-interconnected power system case study demonstrates the model’s effectiveness in increasing the load carrying capability of intermittent renewable resources, improving system reliability, and enhancing resilience. This study provides new insights into optimizing renewable energy integration by leveraging advanced uncertainty modeling and energy storage, contributing to the long-term sustainability of power systems. Full article
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Risk Analysis of Pile Pitching and Pulling on Offshore Wind Power Jack-Up Platforms Based on a Fault Tree and Fuzzy Bayesian Network
by Hao Xu, Jinqian Zeng, Lingzhi Xi, Hui Huang, Qiang Zhang, Dingding Yang, Rui Wang, Chengyuan Zhang, Zhenming Li and Xinjiao Tian
Energies 2025, 18(18), 4954; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18184954 - 18 Sep 2025
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Safety accidents during pile pitching and pulling operations on offshore wind power jack-up platforms occur frequently, yet research into their underlying causes is insufficient. This study delved into the causes of accidents related to pile pitching and pulling and put forward corresponding risk [...] Read more.
Safety accidents during pile pitching and pulling operations on offshore wind power jack-up platforms occur frequently, yet research into their underlying causes is insufficient. This study delved into the causes of accidents related to pile pitching and pulling and put forward corresponding risk prevention and control measures by integrating the Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) and Fuzzy Bayesian Network (FBN) in consideration of the high-risk characteristics of these operations. Firstly, this study expounded the causal relationship of risk factors in the pile pitching and pulling operations on offshore wind power jack-up platforms via FTA. Secondly, the events in the FTA model were mapped to the FBN nodes. The prior probabilities of each node were determined through expert evaluation, and a Fuzzy Bayesian Network model was constructed. Finally, risk diagnosis and prediction were carried out through probability updating and a sensitivity analysis. The results indicate that environmental risks, including water depth, strong winds, heavy waves, and unknown subsea geology, exert the most significant influence. Equipment malfunctions and management problems are the key causes of accidents. A sensitivity analysis reveals that failures in the pile driving system and underwater monitoring system are highly sensitive triggers for the top-level event. Improvement measures are proposed to mitigate risks and enhance project safety. Full article
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