PrintBasic aerodynamic theory is rooted in the actuator- or rotor disk model. In this lesson, we are going to begin with a power curve of a modern pitch-controlled wind turbine, then continue with the basics of the actuator- and rotor disk models.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Understand the power curve of pitch-controlled HAWTs
- Understand the basics of Momentum Theory
- Derive the ‘Betz Limit’
- Include Rotational Effects
- Plot the Power Coefficient vs. Tip-Speed Ratio
What is due for Lesson 2a?
This lesson will take us one week to complete.
| Quiz: | Lesson 2a quiz |
|---|
Questions?
If you have any questions about the course, please post them to our Class Discussion Forum, located in Canvas under Modules in Orientation and Resources. I will check that discussion forum daily to respond. While you are there, feel free to post your own responses if you are able to help out a classmate.
If you have a question that you would prefer not to share with the rest of the class, you are welcome to contact me by e-mail, located in Canvas in the Inbox tab.