Blades:

• Material: Composite

• Quantity: 3 blades

• Rotor Diameter: 1.17 m

Energy Output:

• Approximately 30–50 kWh/month at an average wind speed of 5.8 m/s (13 mph)

• Startup Wind Speed: 3.6 m/s (8 mph)

• Survival Wind Speed: 49.2 m/s (110 mph)

Generator:

• Type: Permanent magnet brushless alternator

• Function: Converts kinetic energy from the rotor into electrical energy

Additional Features:

• Wind Tunnel: Stainless steel construction with an aerogenerator and a computer-controlled variable speed axial fan

• Rotor Design: Supports up to 3 removable blades with an adjustable incidence angle to optimize performance based on wind conditions

Instrumentation and Sensors
The system includes various sensors to monitor operational parameters:

• Air Temperature Sensor: Measures ambient air temperature

• Air Speed and Rotor Speed Sensors: Measure air speed (0.20 – 10 m/s) and rotor speed in RPM

• Voltage and Current Sensors: Monitor electrical parameters before and after the regulator

• Force Sensors: Measure mechanical torque (up to 600 g) and thrust force (up to 3000 g

Electrical System

• Includes a DC Load Regulator, auxiliary battery charger, battery, and a DC Loads module

• Supports various loads such as lamps, a rheostat, and a DC motor, enabling versatile operational capabilities

Control and Software

• Supplied with an EDIBON Computer Control System (SCADA)

• Includes:

  • Control Interface Box

  • Data Acquisition Board

  • Control/Data Acquisition Software

• Facilitates comprehensive monitoring and efficient control of the turbine’s operations