Horizontal axis wind turbine blade (HAWT) analysis based on blade element momentum theory (BEM) for some cities in Nigeria

In this research, the blade element momentum (BEM) theory of a horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) with 1 kW power output has been analysed for one station across six geopolitical zones. Twenty years speed data (2000 – 2020) obtained from Nigeria meteorological Agency (NIMET) Head quarter, Abuja. an effort to optimally explore and utilize energy, optimal design needs be obtained. Therefore, computational method optimize performance blades developed. For that purpose, based on Blade Element Momentum is developed in study. method, divided into several elements it assumed there no aerodynamic interaction amongst elements. Furthermore, incorporated equations theories obtain which are useful process. research computed result characteristics BEM shows that, Maiduguri Metropolis suitable surface electrification among selected stations estimated maximum 1.774