Max F. Platzer
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View article: The oscillating vortex generator: a boundary layer propulsion and flow control device
The oscillating vortex generator: a boundary layer propulsion and flow control device Open
This paper aims to explore the feasibility of providing boundary layer propulsion and flow control by means of embedded aerofoils that are oscillating in the pure plunge mode. To this end, Navier-Stokes calculations of the low-speed flow o…
View article: Aerodynamic Analysis and Design of High-Performance Sails
Aerodynamic Analysis and Design of High-Performance Sails Open
High-performance sails, such as the ones used on the America Cup boats, require sails whose aerodynamic characteristics approach those of rigid wings, yet permit a reduction in sail area in high wind and sea conditions. To this end, two-cl…
View article: Storable Energy Production from Wind over Water
Storable Energy Production from Wind over Water Open
The current status of a project is described which aims to demonstrate the technical and economic feasibility of converting the vast wind energy available over the globe’s oceans and lakes into storable energy. To this end, autonomous high…
View article: Techno-Economic Comparison of Renewable Energy Systems Using Multi-Pole System Analysis (MPSA)
Techno-Economic Comparison of Renewable Energy Systems Using Multi-Pole System Analysis (MPSA) Open
The recently published method of multi-pole system analysis (MPSA) is used to techno-economically compare two wind-energy converters: offshore wind turbines and the energy ship concept.According to the method, both systems are (i) modeled,…
View article: Techno-Economic Comparison of Renewable Energy Systems Using Multi-Pole System Analysis (MPSA)
Techno-Economic Comparison of Renewable Energy Systems Using Multi-Pole System Analysis (MPSA) Open
The recently published method of multi-pole system analysis (MPSA) is used to techno-economically compare two wind-energy converters: offshore wind turbines and the energy ship concept. According to the method, both systems are (i) modeled…
View article: On the need for a global engineering initiative to mitigate climate change
On the need for a global engineering initiative to mitigate climate change Open
There is growing scientific evidence that the continued emission of greenhouse gases will eventually lead to catastrophic irreversible climate change and that, therefore, a global effort needs to be started to transition to a fully renewab…