• Analysis of Airfoils Modifications on Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine Blades 

      Guzmán Claudio, Carlos M. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2020)
      This project investigates the combination of upper surface dimples and trailing edge serrations of a 3D thin airfoil and their effect on aerodynamic performance. Dimples are known to reduce a golf ball’s drag while a ...
    • Wind Blade Composite Design, Manufacturing and Experimental Testing 

      Hernández Gelpi, Miguel J. (Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, 2013)
      The design and manufacture of composite material sandwich type blade is presented. Stainless steel rods and ribs, are the internal structure, core is foam, between ribs. The skin is a laminate of fiber glass and a ...