SRI VENKATESWARA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

TITLE: VIBRATION ANALYLSIS OF SMALL WIND TURBINE BLADES

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PROJECT ABSTRACT

Composite materials have various complicated characteristics according to use of the

constituent materials and boundary conditions. Therefore, it is difficult to analyze properties of composite
materials. The composite materials are well known by their excellent combination of high structural stiffness
and low weight. Their anisotropy allows the designer to tailor the material in order to achieve the desired
performance requirements. Thus, it is necessary to develop tools that allow the designer to obtain designs,
considering the structural requirements and functional characteristics. For efficient use of composite materials
in engineering applications, the dynamic behavior (i.e. natural frequencies) should be known. This analysis
helps in understanding the vibration characteristics of small wind turbine blades manufactured from composite
materials i.e. from the Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) and GFRP with epoxy resin. Finite Element
Analysis (FEA) was carried out by using finite element software ANSYS 16.0. From FEA theoretical natural
frequencies and mode shapes of blades manufactured from the GFRP and GFRP with epoxy resin will be
obtained. Experimental Modal test and Harmonic test of vibration of manufactured blades were carried out to
find the practical natural frequencies and mode shapes. Finally the results obtained from the FEA and
experimental test for the blade manufactured from GFRP and GFRP with epoxy resin are compared.

Programme Outcomes Mapping:

PO1:- Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and
an engineering specialization for the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO4:-Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research- based knowledge and research methods
including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide
valid conclusions.
PO7:- Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in
societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate the knowledge and need for sustainable development.

Project Team Details:

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1. A. AJAY KUMAR 16BF1A0304

2. K. SURYA 16BF1A0344
3. M. BHOOPAL 16BF1A0352
4. M. LOKESH 16BF1A0355

Project Guide Name: D. RAJU, M-Tech.

(Assistant Professor)

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