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Presents an introduction to the wind turbine technology, which can generate electrical energy with lower costs and zero greenhouse effects. Highlighting limitations, capabilities, and benefits, this text identifies the critical components of a wind turbine and describes the functional capabilities o...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Jha, A. R.
Corporate Author: Taylor & Francis
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: Boca Raton, Fla. : CRC Press, 2011.
Subjects:
Wind power.
Wind turbines.
Windmills.
Énergie éolienne.
Éoliennes.
wind power.
wind turbines.
TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING > Electrical.
Windmills
Wind power
Wind turbines
Vindkraft.
Electronic books.
Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
Table of Contents:
  • Chronological history of wind turbine technology
  • Design aspects and performance requirements
  • Design aspects and performance capabilities of wind turbine rotors
  • Wind turbine blade design requirements
  • Sensors and control devices required for dynamic stability and improved performance under variable wind environments
  • Stand-alone wind turbine systems
  • Wind energy conversion techniques in built environments
  • Environmental issues and economic factors affecting wind turbine installation.