Due to the limitations in national standards regarding solar energy systems, boundary layer wind tunnel testing has become normal practice in the optimization of structural systems for solar trackers, parabolic collectors and roof mount systems. Similarly for prototype wind turbine systems of increasing span, or for micro positioning of parks located in complex terrain, detailed wind tunnel studies provide important information in the development of the project.
Key services in wind energy
· Prototype design optimization and power curve estimation
· Macro and micro positioning of wind turbine parks in complex terrain
Key services in solar energy
· Global structural loads, including the dynamic component in the form of equivalent static loads and load combinations
· Differential pressure distribution and local design loads
· Maximum displacements and accelerations for operability
· Aeroelastic phenomena
· Fatigue analysis of individual structural elements due to dynamic excitation
· Strategic planning of solar plants, including positioning and orientation
