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What is a wind turbine control?

At the National Wind Technology Center, researchers design, implement, and test advanced wind turbine controls to maximize energy extraction and reduce structural dynamic loads. These control designs are based on linear models of the turbine that are simulated using specialized modeling software.

What are advanced wind turbine controls?

Advanced wind turbine controls can reduce the loads on wind turbine components while capturing more wind energy and converting it into electricity. NREL is researching new control methodologies for both land-based wind turbines and offshore wind turbines.

How do you control a wind turbine?

Two major systems for controlling a wind turbine. Change orientation of the blades to change the aerodynamic forces. With a power electronics converter, have control over generator torque. To maximize power output, want constant optimal tip speed ratio. As wind speed increases, rotor speed increases.

How are advanced control algorithms used in wind turbines?

The resulting advanced controls algorithms are field tested on the NWTC's Controls Advanced Research Turbines (CARTs). Researchers are also studying blade pitch and generator torque, and employing advanced sensors to optimize power capture and reduce wind turbine loads.

Can coordinating turbine controls increase wind power plant output?

Studies show that by coordinating turbine controls to minimize wake effects, the overall wind power plant output could be increased by 4%–5%. Read the SOWFA fact sheet. Download SOWFA.

How do I order a wind generator protection system?

To order a Wind Generator Protection System, select the basic model and the desired features from the Selection Guide on