Unlocking Wind Turbine Aerodynamic Performance with GWT Analysis
GWT’s Aerodynamic Flow Assessment service is designed to identify, quantify, and rectify aerodynamic and acoustic inefficiencies in turbine blades. The service employs a blend of advanced field diagnostics and computational analysis to deliver actionable insights based on your real turbine data for tangible performance improvements.
Core Advantages
Innovative Diagnostic Approaches
High-resolution imaging visual assessment of flow over blade surfaces.
Advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis for comprehensive flow state evaluation without field intervention.
Tailored to address both aerodynamic efficiency and noise reduction objectives.
Full Lifecycle Service
From initial field assessment to detailed aerodynamic analysis and reporting.
Turnkey solutions that range from flow state quantification to the redesign and implementation of performance-enhancing add-ons.
Data-driven insights into operational improvements and noise reduction strategies.
Proactive Performance Enhancement
Identifies areas of separation and underperformance, offering solutions to reclaim lost efficiency, typically yielding more than 1% increase in energy production.
Customized for each turbine, focusing on both blade root and tip concerns, to maximize overall flow performance.
Gateway to enhancing the performance of existing installations with modifications and add-ons.
Service also available for new prototype blades from manufacturers.