Abstract
Studies have been conducted to determine feasibility of using aileron or spoiler controls as alternates to pitch control for large horizontal axis wind turbines. Results of the study show that either ailerons or spoilers can provide control necessary to limit turbine power in high wind conditions. An aileron system is recommended for the present application, based upon the ability of ailerons to provide self-starting and added power at low wind speed conditions.
Recommended Citation
Snyder, Melvin H.; Wentz, W. H. Jr.; and Calhoun, John T., "Use of Ailerons to Improve Control of Large Wind Turbines" (1980). UMR-MEC Conference on Energy / UMR-DNR Conference on Energy. 225, pp. 142-147.
https://scholarsmine.mst.edu/umr-mec/225
Meeting Name
7th Annual UMR-MEC Conference on Energy (1980: Oct. 14-16, Rolla, MO)
Document Type
Article - Conference proceedings
Session
Solar/Wind
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1980 University of Missouri--Rolla, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
16 Oct 1980
