The world's focus is shifting towards solar and wind energies which are primarily
contributing to renewable energy. Wind turbines are subdivided into horizontal axis wind …

The increasing need for access to reliable off-grid electricity in remote areas, coupled with
the negative effects of diesel-based generators, is driving demand for renewable and …

It is important to determine the most optimal configuration of a Savonius vertical axis wind
turbine that attains the best performance with a high self-starting ability. Thus, the effects of …

Savonius turbine presents an attractive, environmentally friendly and cost effective electric
generation in low velocity regions. However, this turbine has not been fully explored, as …

Vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) are receiving more and more attention as they involve
simple design, cope better with turbulence, and are insensitive to wind direction, which has …

The trend of utilizing renewable energy sources is witnessing a brisk growth around the
world. Among the various sources of renewable energy, hydropower is considered the most …

To enhance the performance of vertical axis wind turbines, a new configuration using twisted
blades in multi-stage Savonius rotors is developed. Accordingly, single-, two-, three-, and …

The design and development of wind turbines is increasing throughout the world to offer
electricity without paying much to the global warming. The Savonius wind turbine rotor, or …

Wind power is one of the main sources of renewable energy. New applications of this
technology are currently under development through small vertical axis wind turbines …

The Savonius hydrokinetic turbine is a viable alternative for rural electrification despite its
relatively low power coefficient. There are many ways to improve power performance …