As the global energy transition accelerates, wind energy continues to play a pivotal role in shaping a more sustainable future. This advanced-level course is designed for students and professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of wind energy systems, from theoretical foundations to cutting-edge innovations. Participants will begin by revisiting the fundamental principles of wind energy conversion, including the Betz Limit and its practical corrections, and progress to advanced topics such as turbine aerodynamics, layout optimization, control strategies, and economic performance. Special emphasis will be placed on offshore wind technologies—both bottom-fixed and floating structures—an area experiencing rapid growth and technological advancement. Through a combination of theoretical insights and real-world applications, the course will equip learners with the tools to critically evaluate current trends, technological challenges, and future opportunities in the wind energy sector.

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This course offers an in-depth exploration of the current state of wind energy technology. It provides a comprehensive review of key theoretical foundations—such as Betz Theory and its corrections—as well as turbine layout, operational principles, economic considerations, and emerging trends in the industry. Advanced modeling like Unified Momentum Theory will be addressed. The course also examines both onshore and offshore wind applications, with particular focus on bottom-fixed and floating platform solutions, highlighting the latest developments and challenges in each domain. Alternative to wind turbines will be also explored (kites, stall/galloping,...) The Course will have roughly 10 hours of theory and 10 hours of a project work. The project work can be a case studied proposed and analysed by the student using the software tools provided by the teacher or a review of a particular technology agreed with the teacher.

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Sviluppo di project work in team

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