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Articles | Volume 11, issue 3
Articles | Volume 11, issue 3
https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-11-1097-2026
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https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-11-1097-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 11, issue 3
Research article
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02 Apr 2026
Research article |  | 02 Apr 2026

Translational dynamics of bridled kites: a reduced-order model in the course reference frame

Oriol Cayon, Vince van Deursen, and Roland Schmehl

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Kites can generate renewable energy by flying crosswind, but their motion is difficult to describe accurately and efficiently. This study develops a simplified model that captures how kites move through the air using a reduced number of parameters. The model was validated with flight data and provides a clearer understanding of kite motion, supporting the design of improved control strategies and energy generation.
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