Modelling Analysis of Savonius and Darrieus Wind Turbine Models Using SolidWorks Flow Simulation

Fuel has been one of the most important nonrenewable energy in our lives, but it will reduce from year to year. Wind energy is a clean alternative source compared to fuel consumption which can cause smoke pollution. In this research, the objective is to model and simulate a vertical wind turbine model based on several blades to be analysed in terms of velocity, friction, and pressure first before proceeding to develop and incorporate it in the simulation stage. The innovation acts as the foundation of vitality through wind turbines. Compared to horizontal wind turbines, vertical wind turbines have more advantages and benefits. Horizontal wind turbines require taller masts and blades which are more difficult to transport and construct. With higher required velocity, the wind turbine configuration ensures that higher velocity means the rotor rotates the fastest and delivers the best possible energy. The modelling of the vertical wind turbine is categorised into Darrieus and Savonius wind models using SolidWorks. Based on the simulated results, the best wind turbine model is Savonius with 2 blades. This model has the highest velocity, which displays 15.8991 m/s, compared to the 3 blades of the Savonius wind turbine. The 2-bladed Darrieus wind turbine produces a larger velocity, which is 11.3341 m/s, compared to the 3-bladed Darrieus wind turbine, which is 11.2147 m/s. The investigation of the outcomes shows the viability of the developed model which can be utilized to anticipate the presentation of the vertical wind turbine generator framework.