Tera Blade [Natural fiber application in vertical wind turbine blade]

Tera-blade

The "Tera Blade" project aims to replace carbon fiber and aluminum in Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT) blade construction, addressing environmental and cost concerns. Natural fibers, being renewable resources with lower environmental footprints, could improve blade performance while reducing costs. The project will develop a novel natural fiber composite material for VAWT blade applications, improve design engineering, and compare performance data with conventional materials. The sustainability assessment will provide insights into the environmental impact of using natural fiber composites. The research will be published, demonstrating the real-world viability of the material in wind turbine applications. The project's findings could have practical implications for the wind energy industry, offering a more sustainable and cost-effective solution for VAWT blade construction.