Wind power drive train

Modern wind turbines should be optimally adapted to the wind available at their location and allow efficient operating conditions. In addition to the wind rotor itself, components of the drive train such as the transmission and the electric generator are crucial.

• experimental unit for measurements on a wind power drive train
• remote learning: detailed E-Learning course on the basics of wind power accessible online
• drive train with spur gear and DC generator
• low-speed drive motor with adjustable speed simulates wind rotor
• simulation of typical torque characteristics
• DC generator with connections for electrical load
• adjustable load with switchable display for current or voltage
• sensors for generator speed and torques of the drive side and of the generator
• measuring amplifier with digital displays and control elements
• analogue outputs for transmitting the measured values for torque and speed