CFD analysis of a Savonius Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

Pakistan is among of the developing countries in the world that are facing energy crisis. The generation of electricity in Pakistan is shrinking due to an over reliance on fossil fuel resources and also due to the increasing demands for power and lack of efficiency. Due to this energy crisis, many countries have started the research and working in the renewable energy field. In the fields of renewable energy, wind energy is very attractive and has a very key role in the sustainable energy. The purpose of this research work is to analyze a Savonius Vertical axis wind turbine for low wind speed that is inexpensive and is made through easily available material to provide much needed electricity in Pakistan. This paper highlights the designing of the wind turbine and the effect on the blades. With the help of calculating values, 3D view of wind blades' shape has been drawn in the Solid works software. With the help of the Solid works generated file, optimization of the behavior of wind above and below the turbine blades have been analyzed.