Wind energy has become one of the most important sources of electrical energy in the world as it provides a sustainable source. The increasing prevalence of places where electricity is produced using wind generators has led to challenges, most notably acoustic nuisance in communities near wind farms. This has driven efforts to address wind turbine noise through innovative solutions. This study aims to mitigate noise generated by wind turbines using materials designed to reduce sound emissions. The primary goal is to develop methods that reduce noise while simultaneously improving the efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines (HAWTs). To achieve this aim, different materials for blades will be tested under various conditions to see the level of output power and noise for each material. Several design concepts were proposed before the final design was adopted, and the efficiency aspect and specifications of the materials used to make the blades that could reduce noise were taken into account. The following materials were used in the manufacture of blades, namely capon fiber, reinforced plastic, aluminum and plexiglass, and these blades were installed in a miniature model of wind turbine. The devices used for the experiments are a source of wind production, which is an external fan, an anemometer, and a noise measurement system, which is a sound level meter, highlighted significant variations in efficiency and noise levels among the materials. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic achieved an efficiency of 0.229054 with a noise level of 68 dB, Aluminum recorded an efficiency of 0.02144 with a noise level of 67.7 dB, while Plexiglass outperformed the others with an efficiency of 0.367541 and a noise level of 59.3 dB. With its superior efficiency and quieter operation, Plexiglass was identified as the most suitable material for HAWT design. Through the strategic selection of materials and optimized blade designs, this project aims to advance the development of quieter and more efficient HAWTs. These innovations not only minimize the environmental and social impact of wind energy but also enhance its acceptance among communities near wind farms. Ultimately, this work contributes to a greener, more sustainable future powered by clean, abundant wind energy.

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Developing New Materials and Designs of Blades to Reduce the Noise of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines

  • Khalid Said Al-Hinai

摘要

Wind energy has become one of the most important sources of electrical energy in the world as it provides a sustainable source. The increasing prevalence of places where electricity is produced using wind generators has led to challenges, most notably acoustic nuisance in communities near wind farms. This has driven efforts to address wind turbine noise through innovative solutions. This study aims to mitigate noise generated by wind turbines using materials designed to reduce sound emissions. The primary goal is to develop methods that reduce noise while simultaneously improving the efficiency of Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines (HAWTs). To achieve this aim, different materials for blades will be tested under various conditions to see the level of output power and noise for each material. Several design concepts were proposed before the final design was adopted, and the efficiency aspect and specifications of the materials used to make the blades that could reduce noise were taken into account. The following materials were used in the manufacture of blades, namely capon fiber, reinforced plastic, aluminum and plexiglass, and these blades were installed in a miniature model of wind turbine. The devices used for the experiments are a source of wind production, which is an external fan, an anemometer, and a noise measurement system, which is a sound level meter, highlighted significant variations in efficiency and noise levels among the materials. Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic achieved an efficiency of 0.229054 with a noise level of 68 dB, Aluminum recorded an efficiency of 0.02144 with a noise level of 67.7 dB, while Plexiglass outperformed the others with an efficiency of 0.367541 and a noise level of 59.3 dB. With its superior efficiency and quieter operation, Plexiglass was identified as the most suitable material for HAWT design. Through the strategic selection of materials and optimized blade designs, this project aims to advance the development of quieter and more efficient HAWTs. These innovations not only minimize the environmental and social impact of wind energy but also enhance its acceptance among communities near wind farms. Ultimately, this work contributes to a greener, more sustainable future powered by clean, abundant wind energy.