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Method and equipment for mapping operating conditions of mini wind turbines
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The system seamlessly integrates into moderate-power generators that do not include operational monitoring systems Power generation using mini wind turbines differs from wind power due to significantly higher costs per kW of equipment and installation, and also by the fact that owners typically install few units, often just one. Both factors limit the incorporation of complex monitoring systems that could help reaching generation costs competitive with other technologies. A proper construction of the map of healthy operating conditions for a mini wind turbine is crucial for using it as a reference when evaluating the turbine's performance. Such performance evaluation based on a healthy map will allow to detect faults and production capacity losses and, thus, to enhance overall installation productivity.
ADVANTAGES - Early automatic detection of faults and/or production capacity losses in the installation. - Improvement of productivity and economic viability of the energy generation installation. - Simple installation by inserting it into the power line between the grid converter and the wind turbine. - Easy commissioning and use, even by non-expert personnel, thanks to its wireless interface based on mobile devices. BUSINESS APPLIC - Small wind turbine manufacturers wishing to incorporate this functionality into their equipment to offer greater economic profitability to their customers. - Electronic equipment manufacturers looking to include the device in their portfolio (of interest to owners of mini wind turbine installations in service).