A wind energy conversion system needs a maximum power point tracking strategy. In the literature, several works have interested in the search for a maximum power point. Generally, their goals are to ...

Converters of permanent magnet synchronous generator (PMSG), driven by wind turbines, are controlled by a classical proportional–integral controller. However, many research studies highlighted the ...

Since the boom of the NdFeB magnets industry, the usage and potential applications for permanent magnet machines have grown exponentially to the detriment of traditional induction systems. In special ...

Permanent Magnet machines offer significant benefits, They maintain high efficiency even at low rotational speeds and their compact design – often 30–40% lighter – saves valuable space in the engine ...

What is wind power density? The different types of generators used in wind-turbine systems. What architecture is most commonly used in high-power wind-energy-conversion systems (WECS)? Fundamental ...

When most of today’s wind projects were developed, first costs were the focus; operations and maintenance (O&M) costs were largely unknown. Now, with hundreds of turbine models in operation—sometimes ...