Investigations of the tornado wind energy system
Abstract
Current test results are presented on the Tornado Wind Energy System (TWES). The performance and potential of TWES systems using wind tunnel models are discussed. Experimental results on system performance with a simple bladed turbine in both the Grumman Research Tunnel and Langley V/STOL Tunnel are presented, followed by descriptions of a larger, 15-ft model and data from tests of a 30-in turbine, as well as results from a cost analysis. It is concluded that TWES has a good commercial potential.
- Publication:
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NASA STI/Recon Technical Report N
- Pub Date:
- June 1982
- Bibcode:
- 1982STIN...8310601Y
- Keywords:
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- Turbine Blades;
- Wind Tunnel Models;
- Windpower Utilization;
- Aerodynamic Configurations;
- Cost Analysis;
- Data Processing;
- Wind Tunnel Tests;
- Energy Production and Conversion