Vertical Access Wind Turbines

How can wind turbines generate electricity at such a low speed

Direct-drive turbines replace the traditional gearbox with a low-speed, high-torque generator directly connected to the rotor. These generators use a large-diameter rotor with powerful permanent magnets, allowing electricity to be produced at the same speed as the turbine's blades. [PDF Version]

What kind of blades do wind turbines have

While the tower is a heavy-duty, tubular steel support, the blades consist of E-glass fiberglass mixed with a binding polymer. The composite is lightweight yet strong, allowing the blade to spin with less wind force and reducing stress on the tower. [PDF Version]

How to maintain wind turbines in wind farms

Guide to wind turbine operations & maintenance: safety, inspections, predictive & preventive maintenance, condition monitoring, spares and documentation. [PDF Version]

The blades of wind turbines are very long

Today, blades can be 351 feet, longer than the height of the Statue of Liberty, and produce 15,000 kW of power. Modern blades are made from carbon-fiber and can withstand more stress due to higher strength properties. [PDF Version]