Wind Turbine Design

• Overview of the course and the group assignment

• System design and scaling rules

• Aerodynamic and structural rotor design and analysis

• Drive train and electrical system

• Wind turbine control

• The use of standards for load calculations

• Other optional material (tbd)

A group assignment to design a wind turbine has to be executed, reported and discussed with the teachers. The group work is graded and the final individual grade may deviate up or down from the group grade, based on individual contributions to the work. A minimum level is set for both group and individual performance to pass the course.