Notes
Includes bibliographical references and index , Introduction -- Rotor aerodynamic theory -- Rotor aerodynamic design -- Rotor structural interactions -- Upscaling of wind turbine systems -- Wind energy conversion concepts -- Drive train design -- Offshore wind turbines -- Technology trends summary -- Cost of energy -- Evaluation methodology -- Optimum blade number -- Pitch versus stall -- HAWT or VAWT? -- Free yaw -- Multi rotor systems -- Design themes summary -- Adaptable rotor concepts -- A shrouded rotor -- The gamesa G10X drive train -- Gyroscopic torque transmission -- The norsetek rotor design -- Siemens blade technology -- Stall induced vibrations -- Magnetic gearing and pseudo-direct drive -- Summary and concluding comments
