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Feature Request: Actuator Line Model (ALM) for VAWT Torque Calculation in FluidX3D #289

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I'm investigating the use of FluidX3D to simulate the aerodynamic performance of Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWTs), specifically to calculate torque using the Actuator Line Model (ALM). The ALM, which represents blade forces as distributed momentum sources in a Lattice Boltzmann Method (LBM) solver, seems promising for modeling VAWTs efficiently.
Given FluidX3D's robust LBM framework, I have the following questions about implementing ALM for VAWT torque calculation:
Is it feasible to extend FluidX3D to support ALM, e.g., by adding actuator lines to represent VAWT blades and compute torque from aerodynamic forces?

Are there limitations in the current LBM implementation that might challenge ALM integration?

This feature could enhance FluidX3D's applicability for VAWT simulations, and I'm open to contributing to its development. Any guidance or feedback would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks for the amazing work on FluidX3D!

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