Optimization of wind plant layouts using an adjoint approach

Using adjoint optimization and three-dimensional steady-state Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes (RANS) simulations, we present a new gradient-based approach for optimally siting wind turbines within utility-scale wind plants. By solving the adjoint equations of the flow model, the gradie...

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Main Authors: R. N. King, K. Dykes, P. Graf, P. E. Hamlington
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2017-03-01
Series:Wind Energy Science
Online Access:https://www.wind-energ-sci.net/2/115/2017/wes-2-115-2017.pdf