capability

wide area study

large-scale model
flow simulation
wind power density map

feasibility study

resource estimate
site assessment
project scoping

resource assessment

on-site wind monitoring
monitoring equipment
wind data analysis

turbine siting

site modelling
flow simulation
performance prediction
installation design

visualisation

visual impact
shadow flicker study
digitally rendered images
photo-montage

wind engineering

pedestrian comfort
pollution dispersion

turbine siting

Detailed turbine siting uses computational flow simulations to model the behaviour of wind over nearby buildings, complex terrain, and vegetation. The simulations yield 3D maps of wind conditions: by maximising areas of high mean wind power density and avoiding highly turbulent zones and shear layers, the installation design can be optimised for turbine performance.

site modelling

Site modelling provides an accurate representation of present and planned development and landscaping, and can be integrated with the site's Master Plan for future development.

Detailed building models can be adapted from available CAD data, or generated based on aerial photography and site survey.

High resolution terrain data is used to model the effect of the local relief.

Surrounding trees, vegetation and buildings are included for a complete understanding of the local flows.

flow simulation

Advanced flow simulation software (CFD) is used to provide scientifically sound advice on local wind flows.

Simulations of winds from multiple directions, combined with known wind statistics derived from on-site measurement.

Robust turbulence model predicts the position and strength of wakes, vortices, shear layers and recirculation zones.

performance prediction

Flow simulation yields high-resolution 3D maps of wind speed, wind power density, and turbulence.

3D maps of wind turbine energy yield, based on manufacturer's power curve and detailed wind statistics.

Identify areas exhibiting high turbulence, wind shear and oscillating flows, which can compromise turbine energy yield and reduce operational life.


Watch this short demonstration of Cyclopic Energy's turbine siting method:

installation design

Proposed placement of turbines to maximise energy yield.

Avoids areas of high turbulence, vertical wind, and wind shear.

Accounts for infrastructural factors including tower height, trenching and transmission.

Modular or staged installation designs, as requested.



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