Aerodynamics

Branch of dynamics concerned with studying the motion of air

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2024
Wind turbine
Projected global glass fiber market expected to reach US$17.4 billion.
2022
Wind turbine
A prototype wind turbine with 15 MW+ capacity and three blades was planned to be constructed, marking a major milestone in wind turbine scale and power output potential.
2020
Wind turbine
Conclusion of the 20-year bird population study, which found that wind turbines had no significant effect on bird population numbers in the United States.
2020
Wind turbine
EU estimated to require 14% of world's fluorspar supply, doubling the material consumption values from 2009.
December 20 2020
Hypersonic wind tunnel
DRDO commissioned an advanced Hypersonic Wind Tunnel (HWT) test facility at Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, supporting the Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle project.
2018
Wind turbine
Wind turbine designs with 10 to 12 MW capacities were in preparation, representing a significant advancement in wind turbine technology and power generation capabilities.
2015
Wind turbine
A study of material consumption trends in Europe revealed that larger wind turbines have higher precious metal consumption but lower material input per kilowatt generated.
2014
Wind turbine
Global glass fiber market was valued at US$8.5 billion, with Asia Pacific producing more than 45% of the market and China emerging as the largest producer.
2011
Wind turbine
United States Geological Survey conducted a study estimating resource requirements to fulfill the US commitment of supplying 20% of electricity from wind power by 2030.

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