Wind Technology Podcast adds New Host
Dr. Rosemary Barnes, wind turbine blade and renewable energy expert, recently joined Uptime to co-host along with Dan Blewett and Allen Hall.
Weather Guard
August 30, 2021
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Turbine Blade Maintenance: More than a Safety Issue
Maintenance activities directly affect the productivity and profitability of wind energy operations, regardless of the age, size, or manufacturer of the turbine tower or blades.
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April 16, 2021
Leading Edge Erosion: A BIG Problem For Wind Turbine Operators
Leading edge erosion on wind turbine blades is a major cause of reduced power output and efficiency as wind farms age. But, this growing
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January 17, 2021
[Case Study] Siemens Wind Turbines Get LPS Retrofit
In 2020, a wind turbine repair company approached us in need of a retrofit solution to repair a number of damaged Siemens Gamesa SWT-2.3-101
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January 9, 2021
Adding Winglets on Wind Turbine Blades: Worth The Retrofit Costs?
Should wind farm operators install winglets on wind turbine blades? Is this a worthwhile retrofit to improve efficiency and power output? In this article,
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September 14, 2020
Does a Serrated Trailing Edge Cause Lightning Damage to Wind Turbine Blades?
Wind turbines built with serrated trailing edges are not necessarily new, and as more data about them is available, they are getting more popular
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September 3, 2020
Installing Wind Turbine Vortex Generators: Is It Worth It?
Wind turbine vortex generators have been around for a while, but are they really worth the installation cost? Do they improve aerodynamics and annual
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September 3, 2020
Wind Turbine Power Curve Upgrades: What You Need to Know Before Investing
Anything that alters the profile or performance of a blade is a material change that should trigger a re-assessment of lightning protection systems. A detailed look at what to consider before you invest in retrofits.
Weather Guard
August 20, 2020
Thoughts on the Wind Power Industry in 2020
By 2040, investments in wind energy may account for a third of all investments in renewable power. Is it time to talk about how lightning affects downtime, and some standards for preventing damage from lightning strikes?
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August 4, 2020
How Wind Turbine Blade Dielectric Changes Affect Lightning Protection Performance
Does a change in a wind turbine blade dielectric decrease over time? Does it affect the performance of the lightning protection system? In this
Weather Guard
January 24, 2020
Gamesa in North America: More Wind Turbine Development?
“Spanish wind energy giant Gamesa has boosted its involvement in North America by joining the American Business Act on Climate Pledge and committing further
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December 6, 2015