An overview of active load control techniques for wind turbines …
WEBAug 3, 2009 · This paper outlines the benefits and challenges of utilizing active flow control (AFC) for wind turbines. The goal of AFC is to mitigate damaging loads and control the aeroelastic response of wind turbine blades.
WEBThe intent of the current research was to develop rolling maneuver load alleviation (RMLA) control laws that would reduce dynamic wing loads with digital active controls during fast rolling maneuvers. In this paper, a systematic synthesis approach that involves three steps is defined for developing RMLA control laws.
Active load control of large wind turbines using state-space …
WEBMay 1, 2018 · Active load control reduces wind turbine mechanical vibrations, provoking an increase in wind turbine components lifetimes and the design of lighter and more flexible parts, reducing wind turbine global cost. The pitch control system plays a decisive role in shaping the wind turbine dynamics.
Active Load Control for Airfoils using Microtabs
WEBJul 1, 2001 · Micro-electro-mechanical (MEM) translational tabs are introduced for active load control on aerodynamic surfaces such as wind turbine rotor blades.
WEBOne way to accomplish this is with active aerodynamic load control devices that supplement the load control obtainable with current full-span pitch control. Thin airfoil theory suggests that such devices will be more effective if …
Integrated Design of a Morphing Winglet for Active Load Control …
WEBMar 9, 2021 · Besides aerodynamic benefits, the morphing winglet design can exploit the movable control surfaces to carry out load alleviation tasks. Active load alleviation capability is obtained in this work by moving the winglet surfaces during the manoeuvre condition to reduce the resulting aerodynamic loads . …
Active load control techniques for wind turbines.
WEBThis report provides an overview on the current state of wind turbine control and introduces a number of active techniques that could be potentially used for control of wind turbine blades. The focus is on research regarding active flow control (AFC) as it applies to wind turbine performance and loads.
Active load control and lift enhancement using MEM …
WEBAug 22, 2012 · Computational Analysis of a Microtab-Based Aerodynamic Load Control System for Rotor Blades
Wing Optimization with Active Load Control - TU Delft
WEBActive control of aeroelastic loads can be used to improve the aeroelastic behavior of the wing. Two active load control techniques are considered: Maneuver Load Control (MLC) and Gust Load Alleviation (GLA).
WEBThe focus is on research regarding active flow control (AFC) as it applies to wind turbine performance and loads. The techniques and concepts described here are often described as “smart structures” or “smart rotor control”.
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