Chapter 7 LO9 The Relationship Between Wind And Power Production And Interpet Power Curves Flashcards
1
Q
State the relationship between the power output from a wind turbine and the wind speed
A
The power output is directly proportional to the cube of the wind speed
2
Q
What is the term used for the minimum wind speed required for a wind turbine to generate electricity?
A
Cut - in speed
3
Q
What term is used for the maximum power that a wind turbine can generate?
A
Rated power
