Aerodynamics and Aeroacoustics of Spanwise Wavy Trailing Edge Flatback Airfoils: Design Improvement

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2015-06
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Virginia Tech
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The spanwise wavy trailing edge design considering its structural benefits was proposed and studied. The three dimensional RANS-LES simulation has been performed to reveal the aerodynamic and aeroacoustic behaviors of the newly proposed wavy trailing edge design.

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Yang, X., Foti, D., Kelley, C. L., & Sotiropoulos, F. (2015, June). Large-eddy simulation of swift turbines under different wind directions. Paper presented at the North American Wind Energy Academy 2015 Symposium, Blacksburg, VA.