Sustainability, Vol. 15, Pages 15345: Comprehensive Analysis of Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems for Efficient Energy Harnessing from Unnaturally Generated Wind Sources

Sustainability, Vol. 15, Pages 15345: Comprehensive Analysis of Kinetic Energy Recovery Systems for Efficient Energy Harnessing from Unnaturally Generated Wind Sources

Sustainability doi: 10.3390/su152115345

Authors: Shaikh Zishan Altaf Hossain Molla Haroon Rashid Kok Hoe Wong Ahmad Fazlizan Molla Shahadat Hossain Lipu Mohd Tariq Omar Mutab Alsalami Mahidur R. Sarker

Alternative energy is a rapidly expanding research area primarily driven by concerns over pollution caused by inefficient conventional energy sources. However, many developing nations rely heavily on these conventional sources. In response, numerous researchers have focused on developing kinetic energy recovery systems (KERS) to capture and utilize the energy lost due to inefficiency. These KERS can be implemented in various scenarios, such as near railroad tracks, industrial flue stacks, cooling towers, and air conditioning outlets. The primary objective of this paper is to critically and comprehensively evaluate the research conducted on the development of these systems. The review reveals that the wind speed in the studied cases ranged between 15 and 22 m/s, providing a consistent and theoretically maximum potential higher than any location worldwide. Furthermore, the impact of these systems on the Betz limit, as well as their drawbacks and crucial advancements necessary for practical implementation, have been thoroughly assessed. This paper contributes to the existing body of knowledge by presenting a comprehensive analysis of the research conducted on KERS development. It highlights the potential of these systems in harnessing untapped energy sources and identifies key areas that require further attention for successful practical application.