This thesis introduces fractal interpolation functions, exposes advantages of fractal interpolation of real world objects and presents some newly developed procedures, associated with fractal interpolation process. The work briefly presents the context needed for introduction of fractal approach and relevant definitions. Also, the detailed description of fractal generating algorithms (deterministic, random iteration, “escape time”) as well as fractal classifications is presented. Since the research object is theoretical and practical aspects of fractal interpolation function analysis, special attention is paid to geometric fractals, obtained using systems of iterated functions (IFS). The notion of a fractal interpolation function is introduced in the work. The author shows that it is possible to generate fractal interpolation functions for various types of data. The generated functions are “close” (in the sense of Housdorf dimension) to the data under processing, i.e., it is possible to ensure that the fractal interpolation graph dimension were equal to the fractal dimension of experimental data (graph). The random iteration algorithm is used for the analysis of fractal interpolation functions, since it is relatively simple and fast enough. The author makes an attempt to analyze and solve the problem of choosing interpolation points (general case). A few approaches are proposed, namely the uniform distribution of interpolation points (for the interactive use) and collage. On... [to full text]

Darbe pateikiamas naujas lokaliojo koliažo principu grįstas fraktalinių interpoliacinių funkcijų generavimo algoritmas (procedūra) su pilna kompiuterine realizacija. Siūlomas įrankis orientuotas į realaus pasaulio objektų (sistem��), pasižyminčių "atsikartojimu savyje" (fraktališkumu), modeliavimą. Atlikti preliminarūs eksperimentai patvirtina metodo perspektyvumą. / In the paper, a new method (tool) for the generation of fractal interpolation functions is presented. The proposed interpolation tool is oriented to process data arrays having links with real-world objects. The interpolation process itself explores self-similiarities found within data arrays under processing, as well as exciting properties of the local collage theorem. Some preliminary experimental results are presented.

Efficient temporal resolution and spatial grids are important in simulation of the inflow turbulence for wind turbine loads analyses. There have not been many published studies that address optimal space-time resolution of generated inflow velocity fields in order to estimate accurate load statistics. This study investigates turbine extreme and fatigue load statistics for a utility-scale 5MW wind turbine with a hub-height of 90 m and a rotor diameter of 126 m. Load statistics, spectra, and time-frequency analysis representations are compared for various alternative space and time resolutions employed in inflow turbulence field simulation. Conclusions are drawn regarding adequate resolution in space of the inflow turbulence simulated on the rotor plane prior to extracting turbine load statistics. Similarly, conclusions are drawn with regard to what constitutes adequate temporal filtering to preserve turbine load statistics. This first study employs conventional Fourier-based spectral methods for stochastic simulation of velocity fields for a neutral atmospheric boundary layer. In the second part of this study, large-eddy simulation (LES) is employed with similar resolutions in space and time as in the earlier Fourier-based simulations to again establish turbine load statistics. A comparison of extreme and fatigue load statistics is presented for the two approaches used for inflow field generation. The use of LES-generated flows (enhanced in deficient high-frequency energy by the use of fractal interpolation) to establish turbine load statistics in this manner is computationally very expensive but the study is justified in order to evaluate the ability of LES to be used as an alternative to more common approaches. LES with fractal interpolation is shown to lead to accurate load statistics when compared with stochastic simulation. A more compelling reason for using LES in turbine load studies is the following: for stable boundary layers, it is not possible to generate realistic inflow velocity fields using stochastic simulation. The present study presents a demonstration that, despite the computational costs involved, LES-generated inflows can be used for loads analyses for utility-scale turbines. The study sets the stage for future computations in the stable boundary layer where low-level jets, large speed and direction shears across the rotor, etc. can possibly cause large turbine loads; then, LES will likely be the inflow turbulence generator of choice. / text