A data-driven approach to evaluate gust wind speeds for urban wind microclimate studies
Available online 11 September 2026
The aerodynamics of urban landscapes are complex and characterised by unsteady three-dimensional turbulent flow patterns that have the potential to impact the wind comfort and safety of pedestrians....
Experimental investigation of a co-planar three rotor multi-rotor wind turbine under different yaw angles
Available online 11 September 2026
Multi-rotor wind turbines are gaining attention as a promising solution for improving the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of wind energy systems. This study investigates the aerodynamic performance...
Characterization of flow over an isolated tall building through laboratory experiments and large-eddy simulations
Available online 10 September 2026
In urban environments, the aerodynamic behavior of high-rise structures differs significantly from that of mid-to-low-rise buildings. Flow around an isolated tall building embedded in an atmospheric...
Experimental Investigation of Bio-Inspired Serrated Vortex Generators for Performance Improvement of an H-Rotor Darrieus Vertical Axis Wind Turbine
Available online 10 September 2026
Vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) face challenges in achieving high aerodynamic performance, particularly in low-wind-speed urban environments where flow separation and dynamic stall can limit energy...
Stabilizing bridge cross-sections against flutter by allowing their distortion
June 2026
This article proposes a novel concept to mitigate aeroelastic flutter in long-span bridges by allowing the distortion of their cross-section. Specifically, a twin-box bridge deck cross-section, where...
Geometry-driven variations of the horseshoe vortex and its impact on windward wall loads of low-rise buildings
June 2026
This paper examines how geometric parameters influence windward-wall pressures of low-rise buildings by analyzing the effects of the mean roof height-to-breadth ratio (h/B) and roof slope (θ) on the...
Interference effects between overtaking high-sided road vehicles: Aerodynamic interactions under crosswinds on open terrain highways
June 2026
The aerodynamic interference effects between high-sided road vehicles, particularly during overtaking maneuvers under crosswind conditions, significantly impact vehicle stability and safety. This study...
Symbolic Regression enabled prediction of flutter derivatives
June 2026
Precisely emulating aeroelastic phenomena and fluid-structure interaction (FSI) parameters as a function of bluff body shape, largely governed by complex aerodynamics, presents a significant challenge....
Aerostatic instability measurement and analysis of a cable-stayed full-bridge aeroelastic model in natural wind
June 2026
A novel experimental method for wind engineering research of bridges was proposed several years ago, i.e., studying the wind-resistant performance of bridges based on larger-scale full-bridge aeroelastic...
Experimental investigation of a small-scale helical Savonius vertical-axis wind turbine for low-wind regions: Performance, feasibility, and scaling analysis
June 2026
Wind energy use in low-wind regions depends on turbines that can self-start and maintain stable operation under weak and fluctuating airflow. Among the various designs, helical Savonius vertical-axis...
Wind-induced damage analysis and wind resistance design for roof-top canopy on low- and medium-rise buildings
June 2026
Canopies are commonly used on low- and medium-rise buildings, which are characterized by their lightweight. This feature makes them highly susceptible to wind. However, existing studies have paid little...
Review of aerodynamic forces, wind-induced vibration characteristics, and control measures for stay cables
June 2026
Long-span cable-stayed bridges are vital components of modern transportation infrastructure. The wind-induced force on stay cables contributes substantially to the total wind load acting on the entire...
Post-disaster investigation and WRF model reconstruction of April 27th tornado in Guangzhou based on muti-source data fusion
March 2026
This research investigates the Guangzhou "4·27" tornado event through the integration of multi-source data, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) imagery and ground-based damage surveys. A total of...
An overview of tropical cyclone boundary layer (TCBL) modeling: From meteorological perspectives to wind engineering applications
March 2026
Extreme winds generated by tropical cyclones (TCs) cause significant global losses, and accurate tropical cyclone boundary layer (TCBL) modeling is essential for hazard assessment and performance-based...
An analytical downburst model and its application to a moving train wind loading
March 2026
For the first time, a simple analytical model of a downburst has been developed that correctly reproduces the shape of the radial velocity close to the ground, i.e., in a region applicable to trains...
A novel aeroelastic test rig for large-amplitude, 3-DOF vibration testing of slender structures at arbitrary wind attack angles
March 2026
Conventional spring-suspension techniques of section-model wind tunnel tests have inherent limitations, including stiffness misalignment with the model’s principal axes, strong mechanical nonlinearity...
A hybrid physics-informed graph neural network for tornado wind-field modeling
March 2026
The accurate prediction of tornado wind fields is paramount for the wind-resistant design of critical infrastructure. Analytical models offer a computationally efficient and physically grounded foundation...
Bayesian rational function models for aerodynamic derivatives of parametrized bridge decks
March 2026
A Bayesian surrogate modelling framework based on Gaussian process regression is presented for predicting frequency-dependent aerodynamic derivatives of parametrized bridge decks from limited experimental...
Critical wind speed for loose laid aggregate scour on flat roofs with parapets
March 2026
A series of large-scale wind tunnel tests were conducted to measure the critical velocities at which gravel removal occurs from flat rooftops. Results are presented for a range of parapet heights and...
Assessing risks and opportunities for offshore wind energy under evolving tropical cyclone hazards
March 2026
This study presents a simulation-based framework for assessing offshore wind turbine failure risks and potential benefits from conceivable increased power generation during tropical cyclones. Using...
Study on liquid film dynamics and aerodynamic characteristics of train-bridge system under wind-rain interaction effects using Eulerian-Lagrangian approach
December 2025
This study investigated liquid film dynamics and aerodynamic performances of a high-speed train on bridges in rainy conditions using Eulerian-Lagrangian approach. The effects of rainfall intensity and...
Evaluating community-level tornado losses and the cost–benefit of enhanced residential building codes: A case study of Moore, Oklahoma
December 2025
On May 20, 2013, the Moore tornado devastated over 1000 residential buildings in the city. To reduce future tornado-related losses, 12 modifications to residential building codes were proposed and adopted...