Design, Analysis and Fabrication of Horizontal Axis Underwater Turbine

Abstract

The design, analysis, fabrication, and testing of submerged hydrokinetic turbine systems are examined in this work, with an emphasis on their potential as a dependable and sustainable energy source. The goal of the research is to maximize the effectiveness and performance of these devices while also understanding the complex dynamics involved in hydrokinetic energy conversion. A multidisciplinary strategy is used, integrating the concepts of fluid dynamics, structural engineering, and renewable energy systems. A combination of physical testing, numerical simulations, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling is used to evaluate different turbine layouts under various flow conditions. The study's conclusions offer information on the best design parameters to maximize energy extraction and reduce environmental impact. To address the intermittent nature of hydrokinetic energy, the viability of incorporating hydrokinetic energy as a sustainable energy option is also investigated