How to choose a wind generator? Comment
A wind power plant (wind turbine or wind generator) is equipment that allows you to convert wind energy into electricity. The principle of operation of a wind generator is as follows: the kinetic energy of the wind is converted into mechanical energy of the rotor, after which it turns into electrical energy.
Depending on the power and scope of use, the following types of wind generators are distinguished: household for private use (up to 10 kW), commercial (10-500 kW) and industrial (from 500 kW).
Wind generators autonomously solve energy supply problems and can become a source of energy for individual private homes, commercial enterprises, production sites and even entire settlements. Excess energy obtained from wind turbines can be sold to the state in accordance with the “Green Tariff”.
Features of the operation of wind power plants
The operation of wind turbines is based on wind energy, which means that it is more economically profitable to install wind generators in areas with high wind speeds. Traditionally these are hilltops, open spaces, sea and ocean coasts. Interestingly, in winter, wind speeds tend to increase, thereby increasing the performance of wind turbines.
If you supplement a wind generator for a private home with solar panels, you can completely provide yourself with electricity. So, from April to September, the main volume of energy will be generated by solar cells, and from October to March, when solar energy production decreases and the wind increases, a wind generator will come into play.
Wind generator design
A wind generator includes the following elements – a mast, a turbine, a turbine control system, a generator for converting wind energy into electrical energy, and an azimuth drive system.
To create a wind power plant you will need a wind generator, an inverter, a charge controller, and a battery.
How to choose a wind generator for a private home?
First of all, it is necessary to calculate how much electricity all households need to meet their needs. To do this, it is necessary to take into account all the electrical appliances used, as well as the time during which they are used.
Next, you need to estimate the average wind speed in the proposed wind farm installation area. This will help determine how much power the wind generator can produce and avoid a situation where powerful equipment produces a meager amount of energy. However, remember that its power is a relative value. In light winds, the power may not reach the rated values specified by the manufacturer. For many wind turbine models, the rated power is calculated based on a wind speed of 8 m/s. It turns out that at this speed a 5 kW station will be able to produce 5 kW of energy.
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