Optimizing Small-Scale Wind Energy Generation: Site-Specific Wind Speed Analysis and Turbine Placement Strategies
(1) * Shouket A. Ahmed Mail (Al-Kitab University, Iraq)
(2) Adem Çiçek Mail (Çank?r? Karatekin University, Turkey)
(3) Enes Bektas Mail (Çank?r? Karatekin University, Turkey)
(4) Khalil Farhan Yassin Mail (Northern Technical University, Iraq)
(5) Ahmed Dheyaa Radhi Mail (University of Al-Ameed, Iraq)
(6) Raad Hamza Awad Mail (Northern Technical University, Iraq)
(7) Taha Abdulsalam Almalaisi Mail (Northern Technical University, Iraq)
(8) Nilisha Itankar Mail (Symbiosis International (Deemed University), India)
(9) Ravi Sekhar Mail (Symbiosis International (Deemed University), India)
(10) Ahmed H. Ahmed Mail (Northern Technical University, Iraq)
*corresponding author

Abstract


Wind is an effective renewable power source suitable for localized electricity production when regional environmental factors have substantial impact on system output. The research studies the best wind turbine placement through wind speed variability studies conducted with calibrated anemometers and data loggers that assess site conditions. A data-based assessment method creates the research's main contribution which facilitates the optimization of wind power potential measurement for enhanced energy efficiency. The research methodology includes continuous Vantage Pro2 equipment together with anemometers at different heights for wind speed observation while performing accuracy-based calibration analysis. The research shows that elevating the turbine from seven meters to ten meters leads to a 12 percent growth in the amount of power produced. The power output of wind energy decreases as wind speed changes because of environmental conditions so proper installation locations become essential. Energy performance increases best when selecting sites which feature reliable and elevated wind speeds. This research provides useful knowledge about enhancing decentralized power generation through wind energy but it cannot be easily scaled up to bigger systems. The study demonstrates that specific site assessments together with practical recommendations will enhance the efficiency of small-scale wind energy systems.

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Wind Energy Optimization; Site-Specific Wind Assessment; Wind Turbine Placement; Anemometer Data Analysis; Renewable Energy Efficiency

   

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