Large eddy simulation of a utility-scale vertical-axis marine hydrokinetic turbine under live-bed conditions
Published in Physics of Fluids, 2025
This paper presents a large-eddy simulation (LES) study of a utility-scale vertical-axis marine hydrokinetic (MHK) turbine operating under live-bed conditions. The research explores the interactions between the turbine-induced flow and sediment transport dynamics in realistic riverbed environments. By resolving turbulence and sediment mobilization, we assess the turbine’s performance, wake structure, and its influence on bed morphology. The findings provide valuable insights into the sustainable deployment of vertical-axis MHK turbines in sediment-laden natural waterways, helping improve their design and environmental compatibility.
Recommended citation: Gholami Anjiraki, M., Aksen, M. M., Craig, J., Seyedzadeh, H., & Khosronejad, A. (2025). Large eddy simulation of a utility-scale vertical-axis marine hydrokinetic turbine under live-bed conditions. Physics of Fluids, 37(5).
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