The Aerodynamics of Wind Turbine Blades

Question 1

Why must wind turbine blades be made to work at low levels of wind and high levels of wind?

Accepted Answer

To maximize the production of electricity at all times, Because the wind speed can vary between being slow and fast

Question 2

What is the average wind speed considered not useful for a wind farm to be located?

Accepted Answer

Less than 5m/s

Question 3

How does the number of blades effect the wind turbine?

Accepted Answer

The less blades a turbine has, the more power extracted, The more blades a turbine has, the less power extracted

Question 4

The Hump Theory is a correct theory

Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

There is only one aerodynamic shape blades are allowed to be

Accepted Answer

How about nooooo

Question 6

What must be taken into account with the production of wind turbine blades?

Accepted Answer

Economics, Aerodynamics

Question 7

Which of these following facts are true about wind turbine blades

Accepted Answer

They all have to be the same weight

Question 8

Wind Turbine blades work by generating lift due to their shape

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

What are the Aerodynamics of Wind Turbine Blades similar to?

Accepted Answer

Aeroplane Wings

Question 10

How long are met masts used to record the average wind speed in a certain area?

Accepted Answer

1095 days

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