Industry: Renewable Energy · Wind Power · Sustainable Engineering
Technology: 3D CAD · FEA Simulation · Startup Enablement
Application: Turbine concept design · Structural validation · Investor presentations
Overview: Wind Turbine Concepts That Blow Away the Competition
Glasgow-based startup Myriad Wind Energy Systems is rethinking wind turbine design using the SOLIDWORKS Entrepreneurs Program. With access to advanced CAD and simulation tools at low cost, the team has been able to quickly test, validate, and evolve high-performance concepts aimed at making wind energy more efficient, scalable, and cost-competitive with fossil fuels.
The Challenge: Reduce Cost and Complexity in Wind Energy
Improve Energy Efficiency – Increase yield by capturing wind at higher altitudes
Design Long, Lightweight Blades – Optimize for size without compromising strength
Minimize Manufacturing & Transport Challenges – Reduce material while preserving integrity
Communicate Vision Clearly – Present ideas effectively to investors and stakeholders
The Solution: Fast, Flexible Design Exploration with SOLIDWORKS
Myriad utilized the SOLIDWORKS for Startups Program, gaining access to:
- SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
- SOLIDWORKS Premium
- Simulation Premium (FEA tools)
This allowed them to iterate rapidly, simulate real-world performance, and evolve more efficient blade and turbine structures from early-stage sketches.
Key Benefits:
Quick Concept Testing – Simulations helped validate structural integrity fast
Material Optimization – Reduced weight while improving performance
Built-in FEA – Seamlessly assessed stress points and durability
Investor-Ready Models – High-quality CAD visuals impressed stakeholders
Scalable Growth – Startup-friendly tools supported company development
Use Case Highlights:
Next-Gen Turbine Designs – Targeting larger, stronger, more efficient models
Simulation-Driven Iteration – Start simple, then evolve with real data
Sustainability Impact – Supporting the global shift to clean energy
Investor Engagement – Visual prototypes clarified technology potential
Conclusion: Engineering the Future of Wind Power
With the support of SOLIDWORKS tools and the Startup Program, Myriad Wind Energy Systems is helping redefine the future of wind turbines. Fast iteration, powerful simulations, and strong stakeholder communication allowed the company to move from idea to innovation at record speed—blowing away traditional design limitations in the process.
