Recent Advances and Applications of Fluid Flow in Aerodynamics and Energy System
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: closed (31 March 2025) | Viewed by 1403
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, significant advances in computational technology and experimental methods have enabled researchers to address complex flow dynamics with unprecedented accuracy. These developments have opened up new possibilities for optimising the aerodynamic characteristics of wind turbines and other energy systems, which is crucial for improving energy efficiency and reducing operating costs.
This Special Issue focuses on innovative research related to the flow dynamics around wind turbines and other energy systems. We welcome submissions that explore both fundamental and applied aspects of this topic, particularly in the following areas:
(1) Aerodynamic characteristics, flow control, and high-fidelity computational methods
This area includes research on the aerodynamic characteristics of wind turbines and the development of active and passive flow control strategies to improve blade performance. Emphasis is placed on the use of high-fidelity numercical and experimental methods, such as advanced turbulence models and high-precision algorithms. These computational approaches, coupled with experimental validation, are essential for optimising blade designs and wind farm layouts to ensure accurate and reliable performance predictions.
(2) Wind resource assessment and environmental impact
Studies analysing wind resource distribution, wind shear, and turbulence intensity, as well as their impacts on turbine performance, are crucial. In addition, this area includes research into the environmental impacts of wind turbines and the development of strategies to mitigate these negative effects.
(3) Numerical and experimental studies of fluid machinery in energy systems
We also request papers that numerically and experimentally resolve the flow fields of fluid machineries in energy systems. Other investigations, including fluid–structure interations and optimizations, are also welcome.
We encourage submissions that demonstrate the application of these advanced techniques and technologies in real-world wind energy systems, as well as those that provide theoretical insights or innovative methodologies. Additionally, we welcome research focused on other types of rotating machinery that share similar aerodynamic challenges. In summary, the goal of this Special Issue is to gather cutting-edge research that enhances efficiency and performance in the energy sector.
We look forward to receiving contributions that advance the state of knowledge on the topics outlined above.
Dr. Ming Zhao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- rotating machinery aerodynamics
- flow control strategies
- numerical methods
- computational fluid dynamics
- aeroacoustics
- wind resource assessment
- machine learning in wind energy
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