“Wind Turbine Sensors” starts with a discussion on how wind turbines generate energy and the major parts of a wind turbine. It then moves to a deep dive on the mechanical components (turbine blades, hub assembly, gearbox. yaw drive, brakes) and the sensors that monitor these components. Then we discuss the generator and transformer and sensors for these electrical components. Finally, we discuss the sensors that measure the wind speed and sensors that optimize electrical power.
Wind Turbine Sensors
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Intermediate level
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30 hours to complete
3 weeks at 10 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Examine the turbine blades, rotor, generator, transformer, gearbox, foundation
Specify the correct sensor for a wind turbine application
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2 quizzes, 2 assignments
Taught in English
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There are 4 modules in this course
In this module students will learn about wind turbine architecture and how wind energy is captured
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7 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module students will learn about electromechanical components and sensors that monitor them
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10 videos2 readings1 quiz
In this module students will learn about electrical power generation and sensors to monitor it
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7 videos2 readings1 quiz
In this module students will learn how to measure wind velocity near the blades and far upstream, as well as turbine pitch and angular speed.
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4 videos2 readings1 assignment
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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Colorado Boulder. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹
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