Anorra Wind Turbine Blades: Performance You Can Rely On

In wind energy, wind turbine blades are the key to success. The Anorra wind turbine's blades are carefully designed with multiple features to withstand high winds and heavy ice and deliver optimal performance. 

These blades are made to perform efficiently in both low and medium wind conditions. The shape, angle, and airfoil design are all carefully tailored to maximize energy capture. Another design feature is that the blade's design works hand in hand with the generator's torque and speed characteristics. At low wind speeds, the blades can overcome the generator's cogging torque, helping to capture more energy in light-wind conditions. The blades are also structurally designed to withstand the high loads encountered during operation up to 189km/hr. The blades are made from a composite material (carbon fiber) characterized by a high strength-to-weight ratio and high stiffness. This means they can withstand a 15 kN (about 1.5 tonnes) load with a safety factor of three. An example would be a compact SUV hanging vertically from one blade. The final blades then meet safety and deflection standards (CSA/IEC 61400-2). This is ensured by simulating blade material layers using numerical models and then validating the results experimentally.

The combination of aerodynamics, materials, and testing ensures the blades perform safely and efficiently in real-world, intense weather conditions. At Borrum Energy Solutions, reliability is a requirement, not an added feature. This means we work hard to ensure these wind turbines can withstand the harsh Canadian climate, so you do not have to worry about performance in extreme and unpredictable conditions.