STX Windpower Introduces a New Direct Drive Wind Turbine

stxThe first direct drive wind turbine was introduced to the market in the early 1990s. This ‘direct drive’, as opposed to the traditional ‘geared type’, was seen as a challenging and expensive new technique, but it performed well. Now, after 20 years, it seems to be confirming its inherent superiority.

By M. Huizer and N. te Welscher, STX Windpower B.V., The Netherlands

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