LO18: Understand that All Wind Turbines are Designed with Some Element of Power Control Flashcards
1
Q
What name is given to the method of rotating the blades of the turbine?
A
Pitching
2
Q
Why are the blades rotated?
A
As they must be relative to the wind direction to control the role of power production
3
Q
EX 7.18 Q3 + 4
A
4
Q
What are the benefits of being able to rotate the blades of a turbine to control the power of a wind turbine.
A
5
Q
Wind turbines are designed with a range of power control systems. Name one power control system used in wind turbines.
A
Yawing
