A voltage limiting unit generates heat to warm wind turbine interiors using existing DC link components.
An adaptive Kalman filter processes LiDAR and motion sensor data to determine rotor plane wind speed despite dynamic platform motions.
Control lockouts prevent brake release until hatches close, resolving safety complexity during maintenance.
Tilted marine radars create intersecting 3D guard volumes to detect birds, resolving the trade-off between collision prevention and spatial precision.
A control system adjusts wind turbine power output using cable temperature sensors to maximize generation within safe thermal limits.
Correlating test rig vibration data with field noise measurements predicts tonal noise, reducing extensive field testing duration.
A safety bearing element engages a brake disc via sliding contact when the air gap reduces below a reference value.
Standardized yaw claws with uniform critical dimensions replace multiple specialized molds, reducing manufacturing costs and inventory complexity.
A controller sets a starting rotation speed above critical resonance to avoid tower excitation.
A master reactive control device coordinates local windfarm controllers to regulate real and reactive power at the point of common coupling.
Dynamic pitch adjustment decouples thrust from speed regulation, reducing mechanical fatigue loads while maintaining stable power output.
A wind turbine generator control method adjusts over-rating power demand based on operating parameter deviations from set points.
A vertical-axis turbine directs off-axis fluid flow via a stationary rampart, reducing maintenance needs from multiple rotating blades.
Blade-mounted micro inertial measurement units detect rotor blade deflection for immediate pitch control adjustments.
A wind turbine control system adjusts pitch angle and generator torque using real-time sensor data.
A wind farm controller dynamically shifts turbine roles between master and slave profiles based on real-time operational data.
A wind turbine control system adjusts rotor blade angles using two characteristic curves to manage power output.
A wind turbine control system dynamically adapts auxiliary component operational parameters based on real-time noise contributions and rotor states.
Time-stamped speed signals enable synchronized vibration analysis, eliminating data differentials that degrade measurement precision.
A wind turbine control system adjusts nacelle yaw and blade pitch angles based on real-time angular position data to optimize operational parameters.
A ground-based lidar and topographic station measure wind parameters and nacelle orientation to calculate yaw misalignment.
Capillary bags enable radial bearing movement when unbalance exceeds a threshold, limiting inter-shaft contacts and vibration.
Backup pitch controller rotates rotor blades to set points during faults, avoiding hard braking that reduces operating life.
A wind farm control system distributes reactive power instructions based on individual turbine thermal states.
A rotor blade spoiler pivots via a living hinge to separate airflow, reducing loads during high winds without complex actuators.
Dynamic parameter adjustment based on actual air density allows higher rotor speeds within noise limits, reducing annual energy production losses.
Counter-rotating hubs with independently controlled articulating plates optimize energy conversion while reducing wildlife harm and noise pollution.
Centrifugal force overcomes biasing pressure to adjust blade pitch, preventing excessive rotation without electrical controllers or braking mechanisms.
Segmented turbine units on a shared support reduce visibility and noise impacts while enabling cost-effective maintenance near civilization.
Dynamic pitch adjustment enhances stall response on outboard sections to unload blades during gusts and reduce cyclic fatigue loads.
Increasing generator rotational speed reduces electrical current and heat generation, maintaining power output while preventing component overheating.
An energy tower generates downward winds by adding moisture to hot-dry air, channeling airflow through exterior pockets and interior tunnels.
Dual swivel bearings at the pivot ends reduce contact pressure and leakage in turbomachine compressors.
Dynamic filtering of utility grid active power isolates tower oscillation damping signals, preventing active power errors that destabilize the grid.
Segmented rim blades with adjustable angles minimize rotational resistance while resolving torque efficiency trade-offs.
Correction models adjust rotor and met mast wind data to determine accurate turbulence intensity parameters for wind turbine operations.
Hydraulic cylinders rapidly adjust nacelle tilt to counteract floating body movement, reducing downtime and improving power generation efficiency.
An annular air intake structure with a central opening allows fluid to pass through and around the component.
Maintain a predetermined temperature differential at the blade trailing edge to reduce skin friction, turbulence, and aerodynamic noise.
Closed-loop heated air circulation prevents leading-edge icing, improving winter generation efficiency while reducing operational risks.
A torque controller manages electrical moment during grid faults using a defined ramp function to regulate power output.
A wind power generator adjusts its operation mode transition threshold dynamically based on sustained high-wind duration.
Pressure-sensitive membranes on orthogonal turbine blades open vents to emit gas, resolving energy harvesting inefficiencies caused by static blade designs.
A copper layer on the rotor shaft surface enables gap sensor position detection for active magnetic bearings.
A wind power plant cluster control method segments plants into priority groups to align active power output with real-time grid consumption capability.
A wind turbine control system uses a Lidar device to detect extreme changes in wind direction upstream of the rotor.
Azimuth braking devices apply constant residual pressure based on wind speed to reduce wear and complexity.
Flying wildlife emitters mounted on windmills generate deterrent soundwaves and ultraviolet light to repel birds and bats from hazardous rotor zones.
A controller adjusts blade pitch angles to generate in-plane forces that counteract side-to-side tower motion.
A controller calculates rotor blade temperature using environmental parameters to manage heating activation.