Roland Schmehl
@kite_power
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The airborne wind energy research group of Delft University of Technology makes kite energy a reality. 15 active staff & student members.💨🪂⚡
Delft, The Netherlands
Joined May 2010
Looking forward to being interviewed by @engwithrosie about #airbornewindenergy on 1 Feb at 8am CET. Checkout the 15-minute info video https://t.co/bgouL8cPcJ and join us for the live stream at https://t.co/7HopY5rFKo
#engineeringwithrosie @AETUDelft
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🚀 PhD Opportunity in Wind Farm Optimization & Operation! Join the AWETRAIN #MSCA Doctoral Network & work on optimizing Airborne Wind Energy systems through modeling, simulation & control strategies. 📅 Apply by March 31, 2025 🔗 All info at: https://t.co/2bIXsbuG49
#PhDPosition
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Discussion open for comments: Kite as a Sensor: Wind and State Estimation in Tethered Flying Systems
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Abstract. Airborne wind energy systems (AWESs) leverage the generally less variable and higher wind speeds at increased altitudes by utilizing kites, with significantly reduced material costs...
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Discussion open for comments: Optimal Flight Pattern Debate for Airborne Wind Energy Systems: Circular or Figure-of-eight?
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Abstract. The computational study compares the performance of circular and figure-of-eight flight patterns for fixed-wing ground-generation airborne wind energy (AWE) systems using a PID-based basic...
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Discussion open for comments: A small-scale and autonomous testbed for three-line delta kites applied to airborne wind energy
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Abstract. A mechanical control system and the guidance and control modules of a small-scale and autonomous testbed for three-line kites applied to airborne wind energy are presented. It extends the...
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Discussion open for comments: A listening experiment exploring the relationship between noise annoyance and sound quality metrics for airborne energy systems
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Abstract. This study investigates the relationship between sound quality metrics (SQMs) and noise annoyance caused by airborne wind energy systems (AWESs). In a controlled listening experiment, 75...
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New research article: Power curve modelling and scaling of fixed-wing ground-generation airborne wind energy systems
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Abstract. The economic viability of future large-scale airborne wind energy systems critically hinges on the achievable power output in a given wind environment and the system costs. This work...
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Discussion open for comments: System design and scaling trends for airborne wind energy
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Abstract. Airborne wind energy (AWE) is an innovative technology that differs from the operating principles of horizontal axis wind turbines (HAWTs). It uses tethered flying devices, denoted as...
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New research article: Measurement of the turning behaviour of tethered membrane wings using automated flight manoeuvres
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Abstract. Flexible membrane wings for kite sports, paragliding and airborne wind energy are highly manoeuvrable aerodynamic devices. The manoeuvrability can be quantified by the achievable turning...
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💥 @WindEnergyHH 2024 has already kicked-off! 📍 Visit us in Hall B7, Stand 425, to find out more about #AirborneWindEnergy as a game-changing solution towards a greener future!
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🪁 Our Speaker’s Corner in @WindEnergyHH 2024 continues attracting people! 👋 Visit us in Hall B7, Stand 425! 🗓️ Don’t miss our presentations! You have it attached! #AWEatWindEnergyHamburg
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Kitepower and Beyond the Sea strengthen and expand partnership https://t.co/XexGYY1XVQ via @_Kitepower @YvesParlier @AETUDelft
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Kitepower and Beyond the Sea expand their partnership to advance sustainable kite design for wind energy and marine propulsion.
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🪁 AWEU is proud to highlight the presence of our member @EnerkiteG at @WindEnergyHH 2024 from September 24-27. 📝 We have prepared the following article to keep you updated about their activities during the Conference. 👉 https://t.co/AHYg8AcIS4
#AWEinWindEnergyHamburg
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Pulling Power from the Sky: The Story of Makani (2020) - 10/10 review by rschmehl-49550 on IMDb -
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Pulling Power from the Sky: The Story of Makani (2020) - This page focuses on one review for Pulling Power from the Sky: The Story of Makani from rschmehl-49550
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Discussion open for comments: Measurement of the turning behaviour of tethered membrane wings using automated flight manoeuvres
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Discussion open for comments: Performance modelling and scaling of fixed-wing ground-generation airborne wind energy systems
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The Mothership Project, one of #FrontierResearchCenter's projects, was featured in the Toyota Technical Review Vol. 69. The 11-page article introduces the Mothership Project, from its concept to recent research results. Please take a look. https://t.co/378AD9lc2Z
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New Research article: Swinging motion of a kite with suspended control unit flying turning manoeuvres
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Abstract. The flexible-membrane kite employed by some airborne wind energy systems uses a suspended control unit, which experiences a characteristic swinging motion relative to the top of the kite...
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📹 Spanish TV channel @cuatro features #AWE through the programme @tiempotiempotv conducted by @picazomario Thanks to @CTengineers for being our #AWE representatives during the funny quiz similar to @MillionaireUK conducted by @_CarolinaPons.
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