ABSTRACT
This chapter focuses on horizontal-axis wind turbine (HAWTs). It also focuses on a detailed analysis of the behavior of the fluid-structure interaction (FSIs) of wind turbines. In addition to the design theory, the chapter discusses the application and commercialization of wind turbines in relation to water desalination. The FSI of wind turbine blades will affect the power-generating efficiency, stability and lifespan of a wind turbine. The search for inexpensive, reliable and clean renewable energy sources for desalination of seawater and brackish water is a major challenge facing mankind. Wind turbines show great promise for providing electricity on a large scale, not only for desalination but also for applications such as heating and cooling in urban areas. A major long-term goal is to extensively deploy environmentally friendly and optimized wind turbine technology on a large scale to generate electricity to run water desalination plants.
