Wind Electrical System

Description

Wind power or wind energy describes the process by which the wind is used to generate mechanical power or electricity. Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power. This mechanical power can be used for specific tasks or a generator can convert this mechanical power into electricity to power homes, businesses, schools, and the like. A wind farm or wind park, also called a wind power station or wind power plant, is a group of wind turbines in the same location used to produce electricity. Wind farms vary in size from a small number of turbines to several hundred wind turbines covering an extensive area. Wind farms can be located onshore or offshore. The wind power capacity of wind farms ranges from a few hundred kilowatts to several gigawatts. While the wind turbines work independently of each other, they can be connected to an electrical grid. Wind energy is a type of solar energy. Wind is caused by the uneven heating of the atmosphere by the sun, the irregularities of the earth's surface, and the rotation of the earth. This book covers in detail the principles and types of wind turbines, major components of a wind turbine, siting of wind farms and selection of wind turbines along with various control and protection features of wind power systems. It is highly recommended for students and practitioners in the field.