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PO408: LIDAR measurement campaign definition in non-flat terrain
Ricardo MARTINEZ, Project Manager, Barlovento APPLUS
Abstract
The definition of measurement points using LIDAR systems in non-flat terrain represents a challenge for ensuring the quality and representativeness of wind data. Topographic complexity introduces variations in the wind flow that directly affect LIDAR measurements. It is important to note that LIDAR operation assumes wind flow homogeneity, which requires a careful design of the site-specific measurement strategy. In this context, computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models are presented as a valuable complementary tool, as they allow detailed reproduction of the effects of orography on the wind field and optimization of the selection of measurement positions. The integration of LIDAR data with CFD simulations not only improves the interpretation of the obtained records (through measurement correction) but also helps reduce the uncertainty associated with measurements under highly heterogeneous spatial conditions. In the context of campaign planning, beyond the criteria of spatial representativeness of the measurements, it is also relevant to define measurement points in locations that minimize the effects of terrain complexity on LIDAR measurements. The methodology used to define the measurement points is presented, along with examples that illustrate the comparison between LIDAR data adjusted by CFD and met-mast data, demonstrating the suitability of these models for measurement correction in non-flat terrain.
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