Wind Turbine Design

Wind energy is the fastest growing alternate source of energy in the world
since its purely economic potential is complemented by its great positive
environmental impact. The wind turbine, whether it may be a Horizontal-Axis
Wind Turbine (HAWT) or a Vertical-Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT), offers a practical
way to convert the wind energy into electrical or mechanical energy. Although
this book focuses on the aerodynamic design and performance of VAWTs based on
the Darrieus concept, it also discusses the comparison between HAWTs and
VAWTs, future trends in design and the inherent socio-economic and
environmental friendly aspects of wind energy as an alternate source of
energy.