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Wind Energy System
Wind energy is one of the most promising renewable energy sources, harnessing the power of wind to generate electricity. India is a global leader in wind energy production, with a total installed capacity of over 47 GW as of 2024, making it the fourth-largest wind energy producer in the world. The country aims to increase this capacity to 55 GW by 2025. States like Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan are major contributors to India's wind energy sector due to their favorable wind conditions.
A wind energy system typically consists of wind turbines that convert kinetic energy from wind into electrical energy. The process begins when wind strikes the turbine blades, designed aerodynamically to spin and capture kinetic energy. This rotational energy transfers from the blades to a low-speed shaft and then to a gearbox, increasing the speed to around 1,500 RPM—suitable for electricity generation.
The generator converts this mechanical energy into alternating current (AC) power. A controller optimizes turbine performance by adjusting blade pitch and yaw while managing operations based on wind conditions. Excess energy can be stored in batteries for use during low-wind periods, with an inverter converting AC to DC for storage and back to AC for grid supply.
To transmit electricity efficiently, the AC output is stepped up in voltage via a transformer, reducing losses over long distances. Protective devices like circuit breakers ensure safety against electrical faults. The system continuously monitors turbine performance and environmental conditions, recording data and sending alerts for anomalies.
Basic Energy Conversion Process in a Wind Power Plant
Wind turbines are connected to a grid or storage system and increasingly integrated with advanced power electronics to ensure stable, reliable energy conversion. This setup includes components like battery storage, inverters, controllers, transformers, and system protectors that regulate power flow, manage grid connections, and ensure safety.
The inverter and controller play a crucial role in system stability and control. These devices include DC-operated components like logical controls, SCADA systems, sensors, and communication interfaces.