Wind turbine tower detachable self-erecting system for all wind turbine components

Abstract

The tower assembly system can include a self-climbing platform that can carry the load to a determined height that can place the load in place upon reaching the determined height. A method for assembling a wind turbine may include placing a first tower section in an upright position on a tower base; and using the elevator assembly platform attached to the first tower section to raise, position and connect a subsequent tower section until the subsequent tower section is located directly above the first tower section in the vertical tower assembly. The elevator assembly platform may perform vertical and lateral displacement operations with respect to one or more components of the wind turbine (e.g., a first tower section and subsequent tower sections, nacelles, blades, etc.).

Description

[0001] Cross-references to patent applications

[0002] This patent application claims priority under the PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) to U.S. Provisional Patent Application Serial No. 63 / 329,537, filed on April 11, 2022, entitled “Wind Turbine Tower Detachable Self Erecting System For All Wind Turbine Components,” and is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. Technical Field

[0003] Embodiments are directed to apparatus, methods and systems for assembling towers, including but not limited to wind turbine towers. Embodiments further relate to removable / detachable turbine tower rack / track systems and lift assembly apparatus and platforms for assembly of wind turbine towers and other types of towers. Background Art

[0004] Wind power is considered to be one of the cleanest and most environmentally friendly energy sources currently available, and wind turbines have received increasing attention in this regard. Wind turbines are used to convert the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy. Modern wind turbines typically include a tower, a generator, a gearbox, a nacelle, and one or more rotor blades. The rotor blades capture kinetic energy from the wind using the known airfoil principle and transfer the kinetic energy through rotational energy to rotate the main shaft (the rotor blades are connected to the gearbox, or if the gearbox is not used, the rotor blades are directly connected to the generator). The generator then converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy, which can be deployed to a utility grid, stored, or used in other local ways. A wind turbine may include a rotor (e.g., a wheel) of considerable size connected to a nacelle disposed at the top of the tower. The nacelle may include a generator for generating electricity from the rotational motion energy generated by the rotor.

[0005] Conventionally, the installation, repair, re-powering and decommissioning of such wind turbines requires at least one large crane system, which may need to be strong enough to reach and lift heavy loads to considerable heights when installing, repairing, re-powering or decommissioning the wind turbine. Wind turbines may typically extend tens of meters above ground or sea level. Typically, such large crane systems are scarce and expensive to mobilize, set up and install at the wind turbine site.

[0006] Wind turbine installation for such large power capacity systems may involve conventional crane installation techniques or so-called "craneless" methods. For example, FIG. 1A shows an image of a conventional crane installation method. FIG. 1B , on the other hand, shows a craneless method involving a tower grab system. An example of such a tower grab system is disclosed in U.S. Pat. No. 10,494,235 , the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

[0007] Another example of a craneless approach is shown in FIG. 1C , which illustrates the use of a tower crane type for wind turbine installation in close proximity to a wind turbine tower. Another example of a craneless installation technique may involve the use of a tower crane that operates a climbing tower with improved wind turbine power. A further example of a craneless system involves the use of tracks on the tower and a conveyor or crane on the carrier. An example of this approach is disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 9,261,072 , the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

[0008] Therefore, conventional techniques currently in use use some variation of wind turbine tower assembly methods by lifting components into place with one or more cranes, or may involve some form of craneless installation system, as described above.

[0009] As wind turbines and associated components increase in height and weight, there is an increasing need for large heavy-duty cranes (onshore) and (offshore) heavy-lift or wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs). This large equipment is not sufficient to provide installation or repair capabilities around the world, which will lead to bottlenecks and delays in many wind farm projects.

[0010] Furthermore, the cost and time spent installing this equipment is very high and extensive. There are better installation methods that can achieve parallel installations, saving time and cost for the end user / owner.

[0011] Environmental damage and carbon emissions reduction are also of great concern. Our system is also designed to reduce the environmental footprint by using the smallest possible cranes and the smallest possible transport loads, and by minimizing the area used and the civil work required at the wind turbine site and on the access roads.

[0012] The operating weather window is also short, especially in northern regions where the weather is colder, and having the ability to extend the operating window will allow for more efficient operations and save time.

[0013] In addition, there are many areas in the world that do not have the resources or ability to obtain such large, heavy equipment, but the area desires to install large wind turbines. However, due to the scarcity of installation resources, this goal may not be achieved. Therefore, the inventors have proposed a solution to the above problem, which is intended to allow any country, company or person to use existing, small capacity or medium capacity cranes and fewer resources to install any desired wind turbine capacity and size. Summary of the invention

[0014] The following summary is provided to facilitate understanding of some of the unique innovative features of the disclosed embodiments and is not intended to be a complete description. A comprehensive understanding of the various aspects of the embodiments disclosed herein can be obtained by taking the entire specification, claims, drawings, and abstract as a whole.

[0015] It is therefore an aspect of an embodiment to provide methods and systems for improved wind turbine installation.

[0016] Another aspect of the embodiments is to provide methods and systems for assembling a wind turbine tower.

[0017] It is a further aspect of an embodiment to provide methods and systems for a removable / detachable wind turbine tower rack / track.

[0018] The above-referenced aspects and other objectives and advantages can now be achieved as described herein.

[0019] In an embodiment, the tower assembly system may include a self-climbing platform that can transport the load to a determined height and, once the determined height is reached, can place the load in place.

[0020] In an embodiment, a method for assembling a wind turbine may include placing a first tower section in a vertical position on a tower base; and using a lift assembly platform attached to the first tower section to raise, position, and connect a subsequent tower section until the subsequent tower section is directly above the first tower section in a vertical tower assembly. The lift assembly platform is operable to perform vertical displacement operations and lateral displacement operations relative to at least one component of the wind turbine including the first tower section and the subsequent tower section.

[0021] In an embodiment, a lift assembly platform may include a lift, a lateral displacement carrier, and at least one counterweight.

[0022] Embodiments may further involve transferring at least one component of the wind turbine to a final position using a lateral displacement carrier.

[0023] Embodiments may further include transferring at least one component of the wind turbine to a height wherein at least one counterweight may be placed on opposite sides of the lateral displacement carrier to compensate for a moment created by the weight of the at least one component, wherein once at the respective height the lateral displacement carrier may move the at least one component to be placed above a previously mounted component and the at least one counterweight may be moved in an opposite direction for balancing.

[0024] Embodiments may further involve facilitating vertical displacement operations with a rack and gear system including a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system.

[0025] Embodiments may further relate to facilitating vertical displacement operations with a winch hoist system including tracks and at least one winch, wherein the tracks are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section, and the at least one winch is located in an elevator or on the ground as part of a lifting system.

[0026] Embodiments may further relate to facilitating vertical displacement operations with a chain hoist system including tracks and at least one winch, wherein the tracks are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section, and at least one chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

[0027] Embodiments may further relate to facilitating vertical displacement operations with a rack and gear system comprising a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system; facilitating vertical displacement operations with a winch hoist system comprising a track and at least one winch, wherein the track is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section and the winch is located in the elevator or on the ground as part of a lifting system; and / or facilitating vertical displacement operations with a chain hoist system comprising a track and at least one winch, wherein the track is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in a subsequent tower section and the chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

[0028] Embodiments may further relate to adding at least one intermediate flange to a first tower section and subsequent tower sections without modifying existing components associated with the first tower section and subsequent tower sections or without using existing connection points associated with the first tower section and subsequent tower sections.

[0029] In embodiments, components of a wind turbine may include, for example, one or more components such as a tower section, a nacelle, a hub, a drive train, and a wind turbine blade (also referred to simply as a “blade”).

[0030] In an embodiment, the lift assembly platform 150 can perform two main operations: vertical displacement operations and lateral displacement operations. The vertical displacement can be achieved by one or more of the following: a) a rack and pinion system, where the rack is in a vertical position connected to the tower and the pinion is located in the lift itself (as part of the drive system); b) a winch hoist system, where the guide rail is in a vertical position connected to the tower; and c) a chain hoist, where the guide rail is in a vertical position connected to the tower. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0031] The accompanying drawings further illustrate the present invention and, together with the detailed description of the present invention, are used to explain the principles of the present invention. Like reference numerals in the accompanying drawings refer to the same or functionally similar elements in each individual view, and these drawings are incorporated into and constitute a part of the specification.

[0032] FIG. 1A illustrates a diagram of a prior art crane mounting system;

[0033] FIG. 1B illustrates an image of a prior art crane-less grabbing system;

[0034] FIG1C illustrates an image of a crane-less prior art system with a tower crane operating in close proximity to a wind turbine;

[0035] Figure 2A illustrates a schematic diagram of a tower section that may be implemented according to an embodiment;

[0036] Figure 2B illustrates a schematic diagram of a tower base according to an embodiment;

[0037] FIG2C illustrates an image of a tower base that may be implemented according to an embodiment;

[0038] Figure 2D illustrates a side view of a tower base according to an embodiment;

[0039] Figure 3A illustrates a schematic diagram of a tower bottom section with an elevator platform installed according to an embodiment;

[0040] Figure 3B illustrates a schematic diagram of a tower bottom section with an elevator platform installed according to an embodiment;

[0041] Figure 3C illustrates a schematic diagram of an elevator platform with a next tower section according to an embodiment; and

[0042] Figure 3D A schematic side view of a complete tower according to an embodiment is illustrated.

[0043] Like reference numbers used herein may refer to the same or similar parts or elements. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0044] The specific values ​​and configurations discussed in these non-limiting examples may vary, and are cited merely for illustration of one or more embodiments and are not intended to limit the scope thereof.

[0045] The subject matter will now be described more fully below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which form a part of this document and illustrate specific example embodiments by way of illustration. However, the subject matter may be embodied in a variety of different forms, and therefore, the subject matter covered or claimed is intended to be interpreted as not being limited to any example embodiment set forth herein; the example embodiments are provided for illustrative purposes only. Likewise, it is intended to provide a reasonably broad scope for the subject matter claimed or covered. Among other things, for example, the subject matter may be embodied as a method, device, component, or system. Thus, the embodiments may, for example, take the form of hardware, software, firmware, or any combination thereof (except the software itself). Therefore, the following detailed description is not intended to be interpreted as limiting.

[0046] Throughout the specification and claims, terms may have subtle meanings that are suggested or implied by the context, beyond the explicitly stated meanings. Likewise, phrases such as "in one embodiment" or "in an example embodiment" and variations thereof as used herein do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, and phrases "in another embodiment" or "in another example embodiment" and variations thereof as used herein may or may not necessarily refer to different embodiments. For example, the claimed subject matter is intended to include, in whole or in part, a combination of the example embodiments.

[0047] In general, terms may be understood at least in part from their use in context. For example, terms such as "and", "or" or "and / or" as used herein may include multiple meanings that may depend at least in part on the context in which such terms are used. Typically, "or" (if used in an associative list, such as A, B, or C) is intended to mean A, B, and C (used herein in an inclusive sense) as well as A, B, or C (used herein in an exclusive sense). In addition, the term "one or more" as used herein (depending at least in part on the context) may be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic in a singular sense, or may be used to describe a combination of features, structures, or characteristics in a plural sense. Similarly, terms such as "a", "an", or "the" may again be understood to convey singular use or to convey plural use, depending at least in part on the context.

[0048] Furthermore, the term "based on" can be understood as not necessarily intended to convey an exclusive set of factors, but rather can allow for the presence of additional factors that are not necessarily explicitly described, again depending at least in part on the context. Furthermore, the phrase "at least one" can be understood to convey the meaning of "one or more." For example, "at least one widget" can convey the concept of "one or more widgets."

[0049] As previously mentioned, currently used, conventional tower assembly techniques may use wind turbine tower assembly methods that involve lifting wind turbine components into place with cranes. New methods are being developed that attempt to adapt conventional crane techniques to the erection of wind turbine components. These new methods, such as climbing cranes, tower cranes, etc., either utilize the wind turbine tower as its supporting foundation or member, or erect a box, lattice, or similar structure to mount a cantilever or crane system.

[0050] As will become clear from the following more detailed discussion, the disclosed embodiment uses neither conventional nor adapted assembly techniques of the type previously discussed, but rather includes its own unique rail system to elevate the self-climbing platform to carry a load to a determined height, once which height can then be acted upon with lateral translational motion to place the load in place. Key novel features of the embodiments include continuous vertical and lateral motion / displacement; no limits on load and height capabilities; the load is always secured in place by controlled motion (no sway or pendulum issues); and the ability to be used both onshore and offshore.

[0051] Embodiments allow users to lift any weight to any height (whether onshore or offshore) without the need for large, high-reach, high-capacity cranes to install complete wind turbines and / or their components. Embodiments also allow smaller loads to be transported to installation or repair sites, minimizing environmental impact and reducing carbon emissions compared to conventional systems with large mobilizations, large loads, and severe environmental impact and carbon emissions.

[0052] Embodiments relate to assembly of a wind turbine tower utilizing a removable / detachable wind turbine tower rack / track system.

[0053] Figure 2A Schematic diagrams of different tower sections according to embodiments are illustrated, one or more of which may be used for assembly of a wind turbine tower. Thus, a tower may include one or more original equipment manager (OEM) tower sections, including but not limited to a tower bottom section 102, a tower top section 110, and one or more tower sections 104, 106, 108. The tower bottom section may include a base 103 that may be connected to a tower foundation 112.

[0054] The tower bottom section 102, tower top section 110, and tower sections 104, 106, 108 may have varying lengths and may vary in number. That is, it is understood that in some embodiments, additional or fewer tower sections may be required. The tower bottom section 102 may be mounted on a tower base 112. Figure 2A In the example shown in FIG. 1 , tower base 112 is shown in side view as a tower base located on the ground.

[0055] Figure 2B Different tower sections according to embodiments are illustrated, which can be configured for assembly of a wind turbine tower using intermediate flanges on the top and bottom of each tower section. An intermediate flange 111 can be added to the top of the tower bottom section 102, while an intermediate flange 113 can be added to the bottom of the tower bottom section 102. Similarly, an intermediate flange 115 can be added to the top of the tower section 104, and an intermediate flange 117 can be added to the bottom of the tower section 104. Likewise, an intermediate flange 119 can be added to the top of the tower top section 110, and an intermediate flange 121 can be added to the bottom of the tower top section 110.

[0056] FIG. 2C illustrates an image 140 of a tower base 112 , which may be implemented in accordance with an embodiment. Figure 2D A schematic side view of a tower base 112 is illustrated according to an embodiment.

[0057] Embodiments may use OEM supplied tower sections (e.g., such as Figure 2A ), where intermediate flanges are added to the top and bottom of each tower section without permanently modifying existing components or using OEM existing connection points. Then, during the assembly process ( Figure 2B ), the removable rail / rack system 130 along each tower section can be implemented with corresponding joints, and then the first tower section (FIG. 2C) is placed on the tower base ( Figure 2D ) in a vertical position on the

[0058] Figure 3A A side view of a lift assembly platform 150 is illustrated according to an embodiment. Figure 3B A side view of a system 160 according to an embodiment is shown, the system 160 comprising a tower bottom section 102 mounted on the tower bottom section 102. Figure 3A The elevator assembly platform 150 shown in FIG. The elevator assembly platform 150 includes an elevator 151, a lateral displacement carrier 152 and a counterweight 153. The elevator assembly platform 150 can be installed on the above FIG. 2A to FIG. 2DThe elevator assembly platform 150 is installed on or with the tower bottom section 102 discussed in the above. Figure 3B Shown in.

[0059] Figure 3C A side view of a system 170 is shown, including the lift assembly platform 150 during assembly, wherein the lift assembly platform 150 is juxtaposed with a next tower section. The next tower section includes the tower section 104 , which is generally shown positioned on and above a lateral displacement carrier 152 . Figure 3D A side view of a complete tower 180 including various tower sections and components is illustrated.

[0060] therefore, FIG. 3A to FIG. 3D A wind turbine tower rack / track assembly system including systems and components such as a lift assembly platform 150 and systems 160 , 170 , and 180 is illustrated.

[0061] The elevator assembly platform 150 includes the elevator 151 itself, a lateral displacement carrier 152, and one or more counterweights 153. The tower base 112 may be used with tower base guide rails and the elevator assembly platform 150. The elevator 151 may be movable along the tower base guide rack / tracks and may include two operating mechanisms for assembling the remaining tower section components.

[0062] The elevator assembly platform 150 can perform two important operations: vertical displacement and lateral displacement operations. The vertical displacement can be achieved by one or more of the following: a) a rack and pinion system, where the rack is in a vertical position connected to the tower and the pinion is in the elevator 151 itself (as part of the drive system); b) a winch hoist system, where the guide rail is in a vertical position connected to the tower; and c) a chain hoist, where the guide rail is in a vertical position connected to the tower.

[0063] Once the corresponding height is reached, the displacement provided by the lateral displacement carrier 152 can be used to position the components (e.g., tower sections, nacelles, hubs, drive trains, blades, etc.) into place. The components can then be safely transferred to their final locations via the lateral displacement carrier 152.

[0064] During the process of raising the component to height, counterweights 153 can be placed in the opposite side of lateral displacement carrier 152 to compensate for the moment created by the weight of the component. Once at the corresponding height, lateral displacement carrier 152 can move the component to place it above the previously installed part, and counterweights 153 can be moved in the opposite direction to keep all forces balanced.

[0065] Performing additional operational steps for assembling all wind turbine components may involve lifting, positioning and connecting all tower sections after the tower base section is in place; lifting, positioning and connecting the nacelle and / or other related components; and lifting, positioning and connecting the blades to the hub.

[0066] Thus, key novel features of embodiments may include continuous vertical and lateral movement / displacement; no limitations on load and height capabilities; the load is always secured in place by controlled movement (e.g., no sway or pendulum issues); and the ability to be used both onshore and offshore.

[0067] The inventors believe that the disclosed embodiments are an improvement over conventional methods because they allow a user to lift any weight to any height (whether onshore or offshore) without the need for large, high-reach, high-capacity cranes to install, repair, replace, re-power, or decommission a complete wind turbine and / or its components. The embodiments also allow smaller loads to be transported to the installation or repair site, thereby minimizing environmental impact and reducing carbon emissions compared to conventional systems with large mobilizations, large loads, and severe environmental impact and carbon emissions.

[0068] As wind turbines and associated components increase in height and weight, there is an increasing need for large heavy-duty cranes (onshore) and (offshore) heavy-lift or wind turbine installation vessels (WTIVs). This large equipment is not sufficient to provide installation or repair capabilities worldwide, and this will cause bottlenecks and delays in many wind farm projects.

[0069] Additionally, the cost and time spent installing such equipment can be significant. There are better installation methods that can install and repair in parallel, saving time and cost for the end user / owner.

[0070] Environmental damage and carbon emissions reduction are also concerns. Our systems are also designed to reduce the environmental footprint by using the smallest possible cranes and the smallest possible transport loads, and by minimizing the area used at the wind turbine site and on the access roads.

[0071] The operating weather window is also short, especially in northern regions where the weather is colder, and having the ability to extend the operating window will allow for more efficient operations and save time.

[0072] Furthermore, there are many areas of the world that do not have the resources or ability to acquire such large, heavy equipment, but they would like to install large capacity wind turbines and will not be able to do so due to a lack of installation resources. Through our invention, we aim to allow any country, company or person to install any desired wind turbine capacity and size using existing small capacity cranes and fewer resources (including using local personnel). Embodiments aim to solve all of the above problems and more.

[0073] Potential applications and areas of use for the disclosed embodiments may include, for example, wind turbine towers for onshore and offshore use, telecommunication towers, tower cranes, transmission lines or towers, dam and similar infrastructure construction projects, space or aerospace related industries, any industry or activity that requires lifting heavy objects to great heights, offshore construction and / or repair companies that use lifting and handling systems in their operations, and EPIC / EPCI (engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning).

[0074] It should be noted that in some embodiments, connection points can be added to the tower for easy connection and disconnection operations, which connection points can be part of the OEM tower (if approved), or use at least one intermediate flange or similar to the first tower section and subsequent tower sections without modifying existing components associated with the first tower section and subsequent tower sections, or without using existing connection points associated with the first tower section and subsequent tower sections.

[0075] The tower assembly system may thus include a self-climbing platform that can transport a load to a determined height, and once the determined height is reached, the self-climbing platform can move in translation to place the load in place. A method for assembling a wind turbine may include placing a first tower section in a vertical position on a tower base; and using a lift assembly platform attached to the first tower section to raise, position and connect subsequent tower sections until the subsequent tower section is directly above the first tower section in a vertical tower assembly. The lift assembly platform is operable to perform vertical displacement operations and lateral displacement operations relative to one or more components of the wind turbine (e.g., the first tower section and subsequent tower sections, a nacelle, blades, etc.).

[0076] It should be understood that variations of the above disclosed and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, may be desirably combined into many other different systems or applications. It should also be understood that various currently unforeseen or unanticipated alternatives, modifications, variations or improvements therein may be subsequently made by those skilled in the art, and the alternatives, modifications, variations or improvements are also intended to be covered by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A tower assembly system, comprising: A self-climbing platform that transports a load to a determined height and, once the determined height is reached, places the load in place.

2. The tower assembly system according to claim 1, wherein: The load comprises a first tower section and a subsequent tower section.

3. The tower assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The self-climbing platform places the first tower section in an upright position on a tower base.

4. The tower assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The self-climbing platform further comprises a lift assembly platform, which is attached to the first tower section track / rack to raise, position and connect the subsequent tower section until the subsequent tower section is located directly above the first tower section in a vertical tower assembly, wherein the lift assembly platform performs vertical displacement operations and lateral displacement operations relative to at least one component of the wind turbine including the first tower section and the subsequent tower section.

5. A method for assembling a wind turbine, comprising: placing a first tower section in an upright position on a tower base; as well as A subsequent tower section is raised, positioned and connected using a lift assembly platform attached to the rails / racks of the first tower section until the subsequent tower section is directly above the first tower section in a vertical tower assembly, wherein the lift assembly platform performs vertical and lateral displacement operations relative to at least one component of the wind turbine including the first tower section and the subsequent tower section.

6. The method according to claim 5, wherein: The elevator assembly platform comprises: lift; Lateral displacement carrier; and At least one counterweight.

7. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: The at least one component of the wind turbine is transferred to a final position using the lateral displacement carrier.

8. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: transferring the at least one component of the wind turbine to a height wherein the at least one counterweight is placed on opposite sides of the lateral displacement carrier to compensate for a moment created by the weight of the at least one component; Therein, once at the corresponding height, the lateral displacement carrier moves the at least one component to be placed above the previously installed component, and the at least one counterweight is moved in the opposite direction for balancing.

9. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a rack and gear system comprising a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system.

10. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a winch hoist system comprising tracks and at least one winch, wherein the tracks are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in the subsequent tower sections and the at least one winch is located in the elevator or on the ground as part of a lifting system.

11. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a chain hoist system comprising tracks and at least one winch, wherein the tracks are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in the subsequent tower sections and the at least one chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

12. The method according to claim 6, further comprising: facilitating the vertical displacement operation with a rack and gear system comprising a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system; facilitating the vertical displacement operation with a winch hoist system comprising a track and at least one winch, wherein the track is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one winch is located in the elevator or on the ground as part of a lifting system; and / or The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a chain hoist system comprising tracks and at least one winch, wherein the tracks are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in the subsequent tower sections and the at least one chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

13. The method according to claim 5, wherein: The wind turbine components further include at least one of the following: a nacelle, a hub, a drive train, and blades.

14. The method according to claim 5, wherein: Components of the wind turbine are received from at least one of a trailer, truck, or supply ramp into an adjustable tilt loading ramp for easy loading into the lateral displacement carrier of the lift assembly platform.

15. A system for assembling a wind turbine, comprising: A lift assembly platform, the lift assembly platform being attachable to the first traction section track-rack to raise, position and connect a subsequent tower section until the subsequent tower section is directly above the first tower section in a vertical tower assembly, wherein the lift assembly platform performs vertical displacement operations and lateral displacement operations relative to at least one component of the wind turbine including the first tower section and the subsequent tower section.

16. The system of claim 15, wherein: The elevator assembly platform comprises: lift; Lateral displacement carrier; and At least one counterweight.

17. The system of claim 16, wherein: The at least one component of the wind turbine can be transferred to a final position by means of the transverse displacement carrier.

18. The system of claim 16, wherein: the at least one component of the wind turbine being transferable to a height wherein the at least one counterweight is positioned on opposite sides of the lateral displacement carrier to compensate for a moment created by the weight of the at least one component; Therein, once at the corresponding height, the lateral displacement carrier moves the at least one component to be placed above the previously installed component, and the at least one counterweight is moved in the opposite direction for balancing.

19. The system of claim 16, wherein: The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a rack and gear system comprising a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system.

20. The system of claim 16, further comprising: in, The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a winch hoist system comprising rails and at least one winch, wherein the rails are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one winch is located in the elevator or on the ground as part of a lifting system.

21. The system of claim 16, wherein: The vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a chain hoist system comprising rails and at least one winch, wherein the rails are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in the subsequent tower sections and the at least one chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

22. The system according to claim 16: in, facilitating the vertical displacement operation with a rack and gear system comprising a rack and at least one pinion, wherein the rack is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one pinion is located in the elevator as part of a drive system; wherein the vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a winch hoist system comprising a track and at least one winch, wherein the track is arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one of the subsequent tower sections and the at least one winch is located in the elevator or in the ground as part of a lifting system; and / or wherein the vertical displacement operation is facilitated by a chain hoist system comprising rails and at least one winch, wherein the rails are arranged in a vertical position connected to at least one tower in the subsequent tower sections and the at least one chain hoist is located in the elevator as part of a lifting system.

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