Design and Evaluation of Motionless Wind Turbines: Pioneering a New Era in Renewable Energy

This research explored a new method to improve wind turbine efficiency using a unique stationary design. The focus was on a stationary, omnidirectional wind turbine that could capture airflow from all directions, aiming to increase airflow speed in the venturi section to enhance performance. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations were used to evaluate this design, comparing its output to that of conventional wind turbines of the same size under similar wind conditions. The study found that the motionless turbine design could generate power levels similar to traditional turbines and offered potential cost savings. To confirm these results, the prototype's performance was compared with SolidWorks simulations and empirical measurements at different wind speeds and directions. Special attention was given to airflow behavior at the turbine's inlet and outlet. The results indicated a significant efficiency improvement, suggesting this design could be a major advancement in wind energy technology. This research could support sustainable energy efforts by providing an innovative alternative to standard wind turbines, potentially reducing the environmental impact of energy production. Future research will focus on further refining the design to improve efficiency and exploring large-scale deployment opportunities.