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This specialized course is designed for PhD students, researchers, and industry professionals interested in advanced techniques for modeling flow conditions at offshore wind turbine sites. The curriculum emphasizes fluid mechanics-based models, contrasting with the lower-cost tools typically used in engineering design.
Participants will explore the interaction of wind turbines with atmospheric flows, gaining insights into essential data sources and fluid mechanics models for analyzing unperturbed flow conditions and turbine wakes. Key topics include:
Blade Element and engineering tools
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) methods
Inflow synthesis, including shear, turbulence, and waves
Data analysis and uncertainty sources
The Masterclass will feature hands-on activities, demonstrations of computational approaches, and networking opportunities with leading experts in offshore renewable energy. Participants will also receive electronic access to course materials and an electronic certificate of attendance.
This event is part of a series funded by the EPSRC, aiming to accelerate the development of offshore renewable energy through collaboration among ten UK universities. Early registration is encouraged due to limited availability. For more details, visit the event website or view the prospectus.
