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Parametric optimization for power generation of flow induced vibration energy harvester

Razali, Muhammad Hanif and Md Nor, Khairul Affendy and Mohammed Sapardi, Mohd Azan and Nordin, Nor Hidayati Diyana and Kamaru Zaman, Fadhlan Hafizhelmi and Zabidi, Azlee (2024) Parametric optimization for power generation of flow induced vibration energy harvester. CFD Letters, 17 (3). pp. 109-123. E-ISSN 2180-1363

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Abstract

Flow-induced vibration occurs when the motion of fluids through a structure induces oscillations or vibrations in the structure. An effective flow-induced vibration energy harvester has substantial challenges due to the river's irregular velocity flows. It is not practicable to use one parameter for all velocities. This work presents the testing of a flow-induced vibrational energy harvester in laminar flow using two circular cylinders positioned in tandem within an open-channel flow. A CFD simulation using COMSOL Multiphysics was performed for the proposed parameter. A comprehensive simulation run at multiple Reynolds numbers with varying gap lengths between the bluff bodies is studied to determine the maximum power generated. Simulation results show that the optimal gap lengths for Re 60, 80, 100, 120, 140, and 160 are 8.5, 6.0, 3.0, 3.0, 3.5, and 4.5, respectively. These gap lengths result in power outputs of 0.0315 W, 2.616 W, 1.899 W, 0.6552 W, 0.5018 W, and 0.3782 W. By demonstrating the relationship between Reynolds number and gap length, this study provides important information for maximising the energy harvesting from flow-induced vibration (FIV).

Item Type: Article (Journal)
Additional Information: 8874/115231
Uncontrolled Keywords: flow-induced vibration (FIV), vortex-induced vibration (VIV), wake-induced vibration (WIV), Reynolds number, piezoelectric, gap length
Subjects: T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery > TJ807 Renewable energy sources
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button): Kulliyyah of Engineering
Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Mechanical Engineering
Kulliyyah of Engineering > Department of Mechatronics Engineering
Depositing User: Dr Khairul Affendy Md Nor
Date Deposited: 23 Oct 2024 17:08
Last Modified: 24 Oct 2024 09:42
URI: http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/115231

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