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Customer wants to improve the performance of a windmill by adjusting the blade pitch and measuring the torque generated as power ramps are studied.


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Summary

  • Customer Need / Challenge

    Customer wants to improve the performance of a windmill by adjusting the blade pitch and measuring the torque generated as power ramps are studied.

  • Interface Solution

    Interface’s T2 is coupled between windmill blade propeller and electric generator. Information will be sent to customer’s Data Acquisition System (DAQ).

  • Results

    Customer was able to use torque data to determine the optimal blade pitch for the windmill. The windmill will generate more power and with less stress on the bearings.

Materials


  • T2 Ultra Precision Rotary Torque Transducer
  • Interface Shaft Style Torque Transducer Couplings

How it Works


  1. The T2 Torque Transducer is installed between windmill propeller and electric generator using Interface torque couplings.
  2. The T2 is connected customer’s DAQ.
  3. Tests are performed and torque data is logged into customer’s DAQ.
  4. Results are examined by customer and optimal blade pitch is determined.

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Products Used in this App Note

T2 ULTRA PRECISION SHAFT STYLE ROTARY TORQUE TRANSDUCER

T2 Ultra Precision Shaft Style Rotary Torque Transducer