2 papers
physics.flu-dyn2026
From Dead-Band to Steady Rotation: Three-Dimensional Vortex Dynamics of Self-Starting Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines
Faisal Muhammad, Basel Ismail, Muhammad Saif Ullah Khalid
The self-starting behavior of vertical-axis wind turbines is strongly influenced by the development of vortical structures along the span. However, a fully coupled high-fidelity th…
physics.flu-dyn2026
Design Implications of Chord Length and Number of Blades on Self-Starting Process in Vertical-Axis Wind Turbines
Faisa Muhammad, Muhammad Saif Ullah Khalid
Self-starting remains a key limitation of lift-driven vertical-axis wind turbines and is strongly influenced by geometric design choices that also govern steady-state performance.…