Renewable & Alternative Power Systems Simulation: Next Gen Energy Solutions

SimuTech Group leverages Ansys simulation software and decades of experience in energy simulation consulting to optimize renewable and alternative power systems, solving engineering challenges in solar, wind, hydro, fuel cells, and more.

Renewable & Alternative Power Industry Solutions

The renewable and alternative power industry is rapidly evolving as new technologies compete for bigger roles in the global energy mix. Advancements in solar, wind, hydropower, fuel cells, and biomass are driving a stronger shift toward cleaner, more efficient energy solutions from an increasing variety of sources.

At SimuTech Group, we leverage decades of energy industry experience with the entire suite of Ansys simulation software to support the development of cutting-edge renewable energy technologies of our clients. Our simulation expertise helps engineers optimize efficiency, enhance reliability, and solve complex engineering challenges across various renewable energy sectors.

Recent SimuTech Group Renewable Energy Projects:

HVAC CFD simulation for optimal residential natural convection in coastal California
Process simulations to prevent solar cell cracking during handling and stringing operations

Engineering Challenges in Renewable Energy

From turbine aerodynamics to thermal efficiency in solar power systems, SimuTech Group leverages Ansys simulation software to address key challenges in:

Solar Energy: Panel durability, thermal load management, and power conversion efficiency
Wind Power: Turbine placement, fluid-structure interaction, and vibration analysis
Hydropower: Flow optimization, turbine performance, and structural stability
Fuel Cells: Channel design, thermal stress reduction, and material selection
Biomass: Combustion modeling, emissions control, and fuel variability analysis

As renewable energy continues to expand, SimuTech Group, an Ansys Apex Channel Partner, remain at the forefront, driving innovation, improving system performance, and accelerating the transition to sustainable power.

Renewable & Alternative Power Engineering: Challenges & Simulation Solutions by SimuTech Group

Design Elements	Challenges	Simulation Benefits
Wind Power	Seismic load calculations and assurance Fluid-structure interaction of lightweight composite structures Maximizing efficiency of turbines and turbine placement Generator design and analysis Transmission Systems	Straightforward linear and non-linear vibration analysis Integration with other standard tools (ASAS integration with Flex5) Coupled physics for true virtual prototyping Optimize turbine output and placement Wind speed prediction over complex terrain
Hydro Power	Turbine design Minimizing flow separation in ducts under a wide range of flow rates Fish protection Fish-friendly turbines Maximizing oxygen levels Aeration Fish ladders Dam design Seismic loads Structural stability assessments	Understand the impact of installation effects before deployment Optimize performance by determining inlet and outlet flow angles and separation patterns Reduce the number of hardware prototypes needed in the pump design and installation process Allows parametric investigation of scale-up effects for these extremely large pumps, which is not possible through testing.
Solar Power	Wind loads on panels and resulting vibrations The search for cheaper manufacturing methods Designing for thermal loads Maximizing efficiency	Design to minimize fluid-structure interaction with virtual prototypes Simulate and optimize manufacturing methods Predict thermal loads to make necessary design refinements before physical prototyping Maximize heat exchanger and power conversion efficiencies for solar-thermal systems
Biomass	Understanding the impact of fuel changes Slagging, fouling, and corrosion Air staging and emissions control Grate combustion	The capability to design furnaces for a variety of fuels Understanding scale-up implications Understand air staging implications on emissions, heat transfer and ash Access to biomass combustion models
Fuel Cells	Channel design that optimizes distribution of oxygen (hydrogen) to the cathode (anode) Water management Thermal stresses and cooling plate design Materials High costs Property variation Space limitations	Probabilistic design in virtual prototypes Design for Six Sigma Minimize costly physical prototypes using analysis based on first principle physics (electrochemistry, fluid flow, heat and mass transfer, structural mechanics)

Other Energy Industry Applications

Nuclear

Simulation enables nuclear engineers to optimize performance, ensure safety, and meet regulatory standards in systems and facility design with SimuTech Group’s expert consulting and support.

Coal

Improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and optimize coal power plant performance with SimuTech Group expert consulting & simulation software.

Natural Gas

Enhance natural gas power plant performance with simulation. Optimize compressors, turbines, combustors, and cooling systems for efficiency, stability, and emissions control.

Drive Renewable Energy Innovation with Simulation

Innovate with confidence in wind, solar, hydro, and emerging renewable technologies. From structural integrity to fluid dynamics, SimuTech Group’s simulation expertise helps you optimize energy output, reduce costs, and ensure long-term reliability.