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The Front CoverLately, predictive maintenance is a topic getting a lot of attention. There are several companies active that can use software solutions to analyse the condition of a certain turbine and/or component to predict how long the turbine and its components will last. Click here to read more about this topic. Publisher's NoteExtending the lifetime of wind turbines Features
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The Front CoverSensor systems for offshore wind farms are used for the monitoring of many environmental and operational parameters. However, sensors are also vital for safety and security. The research project OWiSS, which is described in the article in our October issue, focuses in particular on the safety and security issues. Click here to read the article Publisher's NoteWorldwide wind market continues to grow Features
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The Front CoverTechnical innovations are constantly influencing the way blade repair is conducted within the wind sector. Tom Dyffort, Managing Director of Altitec, discusses the five technological advancements that have most influenced the sector over the last decade. Click here to read the article Publisher's NoteFocus on Storage, Smart Energy Solutions and Component Technology Advances Features
Technical Innovations in the Blade Repair Industry |
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The Front CoverWind farm SCADA data holds an enormous potential for plant performance improvement and should be an essential tool for operation and maintenance (O&M). Click here to read the full article about SCADA analysis for performance improvement. Publisher's NoteFeatures
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The Front CoverElectrohydrodynamic (EHD) wind generators use electro-kinetic power conversion that relies on three key elements: (1) kinetic energy from wind, (2) a conductive, electrically isolated source of like-charged particles connected to a load and (3) an electrical ground plane to which charged particles can be driven. Click here read the full article written by Jennifer Baird, CEO, and Dawn White, President and CTO, Accio Energy, USA. Publisher's NoteOffshore wind industry is confident of driving costs down by 2020 Features
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The Front CoverThe idea of active flap systems on wind turbine blades is to reduce the variable loading on the blades by continuously adjusting the shape of the trailing edge of the blade to counteract the fluctuating loads from the wind. The image on the cover shows a 10-metre boom with the 1 × 2 metre blade section mounted on the 100kW turbine platform. Click here to read the full article written by Helge Aagaard Madsen, from the Technical University of Denmark. Click here read the full article. Publisher's NoteRecords and Developments in the USA and Europe Features
Reducing Unsteady Loads on Blades |
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The Front CoverNumerous wind energy yield assessments are based on measurements carried out with a met mast located at a lower height than the hub of the planned wind turbine. A permanent challenge for industrial wind assessment is to select the most efficient way of assessing the long-term hub height wind specifications, though keeping the uncertainties at minimum. Olivier Coupiac's article on page 6 deals with the issue of vertical extrapolation of measured wind characteristics. Click here read the full article. Publisher's NoteGrowth in Europe and Around the World Features
Vertical Extrapolation Methods |
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The Front CoverDuring the past few years the market for servicing existing wind turbines has grown rapidly. One of the more significant market segments is for exchanging blades. Commonly, large mobile cranes are used, together with a blade yoke. The costs associated with the use of a crane are high, and so cheaper solutions are being sought. Liftra has developed a solution to exchange blades without cranes. Click here read the full article. Publisher's NoteLong-term consistent policies appear on the horizon Features
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