Sam Prajwal Raj M
PG Student, Aerospace and Automobile engineering M. S. Ramaiah University of applied sciences Bengaluru -560 054, India
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijmra/v7-i12-25Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT:
This dissertation investigates the fatigue and fracture behaviour of wind turbine blades exposed to varying wind speeds and load intensities, aiming to enhance their durability and operational lifespan in sustainable energy systems. The increasing reliance on wind energy underscores the need for durable blades that can withstand cyclic loads and extreme environmental conditions, as fatigue and fracture failures significantly impact maintenance costs and reliability. This research specifically examines fatigue life and fracture initiation at wind speeds of 15 m/s and 60 m/s, analysing the effects of increased load intensities (30 MPa and 62 MPa). Finite Element Analysis (FEA) through ANSYS is employed to model fatigue and fracture dynamics, incorporating fatigue life prediction using S-N curves, stress analysis with von Mises stress, and crack propagation simulation via fracture mechanics principles, such as Paris’ Law. Results reveal a notable reduction in fatigue life with increased loads, evidenced by a drop from 9e09 to 7.9e08 cycles at 15 m/s, with comparable fatigue cycle reductions at 60 m/s. Fracture analysis identifies critical crack initiation points in high-stress areas, and simulations indicate the progressive nature of crack propagation under cyclic loads. These findings underscore the importance of integrating fatigue and fracture assessments in the design and maintenance strategies of wind turbine blades to enhance resilience and support the sustainable advancement of wind energy systems.
KEYWORDS:Fracture, Fatigue, Composite materials, Computational analysis, Renewable energy, Wind turbine blades, Fluent Analysis, Structural analysis
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