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Ensuring a wind turbine runs as expected requires careful consideration, especially given their harsh operating conditions. Find out all you need to know about lubrication, components, and condition monitoring to unlock the full potential of wind turbines.

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February 9, 2024

Furious seas, steady solutions – Predictive maintenance for North Sea wind turbines

The North Sea is home to numerous wind turbines which face unique challenges due to the hostile environment. However, with the advent of advanced diagnostic tools like the SKF Multilog IMx machine monitoring devices, the maintenance and efficiency of these wind turbines have seen significant improvements.

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Testing the boundaries – Turbine bearings in extreme environments
November 16, 2023

Testing the boundaries – Turbine bearings in extreme environments

Wind turbines operate in a multitude of conditions — from the scorching heat of deserts to icy polar terrains. Each environment poses unique challenges for their bearings. In this article, we explore the hurdles turbine bearings face and highlight the innovative solutions the industry is adopting to counter them.

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Towards a water-secure future – Wind-driven desalination
September 22, 2023

Towards a water-secure future – Wind-driven desalination

As our planet faces an escalating water crisis due to population growth, climate change, pollution, and overconsumption, it is important to seek out long-term, effective solutions. Could combining wind power with water desalination present a promising answer?

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The clean energy paradox – Blade recycling in 2023
September 15, 2023

The clean energy paradox – Blade recycling in 2023

Wind energy is generally considered an environmentally friendly energy source. However, the practice of discarding retired wind turbine blades in landfills casts a shadow on its green credentials. The good news is that energy companies have found and continue to seek more sustainable options.

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August 29, 2023

The Sven Wingquist Test Center – Chartering the future of wind power generation

Nestled on the outskirts of Schweinfurt, Germany, the Sven Wingquist Test Center – the winner of an International Architecture Award 2018 – is a sight to behold. But what distinguishes it in terms of its contributions to the wind industry?

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August 22, 2023

Dancing with the wind – Pitch and yaw systems

Wind turbines rely on pitch and yaw systems for optimized energy capture and durability. In this article, we explore the two critical systems, focusing on how they adjust turbine alignment and blade angles in response to wind conditions.

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Wind turbine generators – mechanics, malfunctions, and failure prevention
August 2, 2023

Wind turbine generators – Mechanics, malfunctions, and failure prevention

Kinetic energy conversion lies at the heart of wind energy production, with the generator playing the pivotal role. This article ventures into the world of wind turbine generators, exploring how they work, analyzing potential malfunctions and their causes, and offering preventive solutions.

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Recovery on the horizon: Reversing the semiconductor shortage
June 21, 2023

Recovery on the horizon – Reversing the semiconductor shortage

Semiconductors are integral to microchip technology, powering everything from Apple products to wind turbines. The pandemic caused a massive spike in demand, and with major disruptions in the supply chains, the semiconductor industry has experienced an ongoing shortage. Situation normal is slowly returning, but what can be done about future disruptions?

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Port of call – Navigating the future of offshore wind farming
June 6, 2023

Port of call – Navigating the future of offshore wind farming

The role of ports in offshore wind farming cannot be underestimated. As we transition from the use of hydrocarbons to renewable energy, the wind industry seeks to maximize optimization of portside facilities. It will achieve this by continuing to identify favorable portside locations and lobbying for change at TENT-T.

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