Evaluation wind energy in İzmir, Turkey using Matlab Simulink

 Ahmad Younes, Reda Ali  

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  Ahmad Younes, Reda Ali , (2021), Evaluation wind energy in İzmir, Turkey using Matlab Simulink, Allertonpress.org ism208, pp1012-1016

This study investigates the feasibility and performance of wind turbine deployment in İzmir, Turkey, specifically at the coordinates 38.414002°N, 27.168839°E, located in the 26 Mahallesi area of Konak. Using MATLAB Simulink, a dynamic model of wind turbine operation was developed to simulate and evaluate power generation under local wind conditions. The analysis focused on the top 10% windiest areas, with data measured at a height of 100 meters, showing a mean wind speed of 7.07 m/s and an average wind power density of 479 W/m².

Wind rose data revealed that the predominant wind directions are from the northeast and south-southwest, indicating potential alignment considerations for turbine placement. Power output analysis demonstrated that optimal power generation occurs at a wind speed of approximately 12.5 m/s, reaching a peak output of 4487 W. Furthermore, monthly wind speed indices suggest significant seasonal variation, with higher wind speeds observed in January, July, and December, while the lowest index occurs in May, indicating a need for seasonal performance assessment.

The results from MATLAB Simulink confirm that the location possesses a viable wind energy potential, making it a promising site for onshore wind turbine installations. The model's integration of directionality, speed variation, and power curves allows for a comprehensive understanding of performance over time. These findings support further techno-economic studies and provide guidance for renewable energy planning in the Aegean region of Turkey.