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In a step reflecting the growing interest in sustainable solutions and energy innovation, students at Ar-Rasheed Smart University presented a qualitative applied engineering graduation project entitled: "Design and Implementation of a Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT) for Multi-Purpose Applications," today, Thursday, April 23, 2026, under the gracious sponsorship of the University President, Prof. Dr. Abdul Latif Haidar.

The project is the fruit of the efforts of students Ali Ahmed Al-Faqeeh, Ahmed Faisal Al-Buhairi, and Maamoon Amin Al-Dhabhani, under the supervision of Dr. Abdulmalik Momin and Eng. Najm Al-Din Al-Shaibi. The project aims to develop a practical model for a small wind turbine that utilizes a vertical axis to generate electrical energy with high efficiency.

The project is based on the design of an integrated electromechanical system that includes the turbine structure and a mechanical transmission mechanism, connected to an electric generator to convert wind energy into usable power. This type of turbine was selected for its ability to operate effectively in various wind directions, as well as its design simplicity and suitability for small-scale applications and decentralized systems.

The implementation phases encompassed engineering design, manufacturing, and assembly, followed by preliminary tests to measure rotational efficiency and electrical response under different operating conditions, reflecting the precision of the work and the integration of engineering aspects.

The examination committee, consisting of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdulmalik Mo'men, Dr. Tariq Al-Hababi, and Eng. Mohammed Al-Madwahi, praised the project, commending the level of innovation and execution, and the students' ability to provide an applied model that bridges the gap between scientific theory and practical application in the field of renewable energy.

This project reflects the university's orientation toward supporting innovation in sustainable energy by transforming theoretical concepts into scalable practical solutions, contributing to the promotion of sustainability and enhancing the efficiency of future energy systems.