IEEE

Fatigue Life Prediction and Reliability Assessment of Cracked CFRP Laminates in WTBs Application: A Combined Approach Using Paris-XFEM and ALK Techniques

Abstract: Wind turbine blades (WTBs) are crucial load-bearing components that ensure the safe and efficient operation of wind power systems. Carbon fiber–reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites, known ...
IEEE

Review on the Advancements in Wind Turbine Blade Inspection: Integrating Drone and Deep Learning Technologies for Enhanced Defect Detection

Abstract: The increasing demand for wind power requires more frequent inspections to identify defects in the Wind Turbine Blades (WTBs). These defects, if not detected, can compromise the structural ...
Backstage

The 8 Highest-Paid Commercial Actors

Everybody is looking for a big insurance payout. But what if we told you that the biggest payout of all is starring as a recurring quirky character in an insurance company’s commercials? Don’t believe ...
AOL

21 Behind-the-Scenes Photos of Stars at the Start of Their Careers

Before they became global icons, these stars had no idea what awaited them, but the spark was already there. From Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill reading scripts, to young Tom Cruise with Sean Penn, ...