Aerodynamic Analysis of Wind Turbine Blades

Dear Colleagues,  

The global imperative for sustainable energy solutions has propelled wind power to the forefront, with continuous innovation driving the development of increasingly larger and more efficient wind turbines. The aerodynamic performance of these monumental structures, particularly their rotor blades, is paramount to maximizing energy capture, ensuring structural integrity, and mitigating environmental impact. Modern wind turbines operate under complex and highly unsteady conditions, encountering phenomena such as dynamic stall, intricate wake interactions within wind farms, and significant aeroelastic couplings. These challenges are further amplified by the unique operating regimes of next-generation, multi-megawatt turbines at high Reynolds numbers, necessitating advanced analytical and experimental methodologies. We seek original research and comprehensive review articles addressing the latest advancements in this critical domain.

This Special Issue encourages submissions that address, but are not limited to, the following topics:

• Advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) applications
• Refined engineering models
• Unsteady aerodynamics and dynamic phenomena
• Aeroelasticity and fluid–structure interaction (FSI)
• Wind turbine wake dynamics
• Aeroacoustics and noise reduction
• Experimental methodologies and validation
• Aerodynamic design and optimization

Dr. Guowei Qian
Dr. Hang Meng
Guest Editors

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