Background

In this section, we give a high-level overview of the theory behind the three models that are implemented in BladeAD. When appropriate, we refer the reader to relevant papers for a more thorough explanation of the rotor aerodynamic theory. We also explain the conventions used in BladeAD and summarize relevant features of the code base.

Theory

• 1. Blade element momentum (BEM) theory
• 2. Pitt–Peters dynamic inflow model
• 3. Peters–He Dynamic Inflow Model