Abstract
The use of constant thickness, cambered plates is being explored as a means to reduce the cost of rotors for small wind turbines. Literature suggests that at low Reynolds numbers there is an advantage over conventional airfoils, and tests conducted on a 2.5 m ducted rotor indicate a constant thickness airfoil to be a viable solution. An operational turbine with a 3 m rotor was developed and is currently being tested. Data supports predictions and shows encouraging results.
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