Aerodynamic Characteristics of S809 and S1046 Airfoils with Constant and Variable Split
摘要
Wind energy is a significant contributor to global renewable energy production. Therefore, it is essential to optimize this energy resource by mitigating unfavorable aerodynamic conditions as much as possible. One such method is the use of passive flow control devices that offer various advantages since they do not require complex actuation mechanisms, which makes them cost-effective and easy to implement. This project aims to study the behavior of an airfoil by splitting it into two parts along the length of the chord. The gap between the two split parts of the airfoil will be varied mechanically to study the boundary layer separation. The flow over the surface of the split airfoil will be energized by the formation of the jets at the rear end, leading to a delay in boundary layer separation, thus decreasing the dynamic stall of the airfoil.