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Status of wind-energy conversionThe utilization of wind energy is technically feasible as evidenced by the many past demonstrations of wind generators. The cost of energy from the wind has been high compared to fossil fuel systems. A sustained development effort is needed to obtain economical systems. The variability of the wind makes it an unreliable source on a short-term basis. However, the effects of this variability can be reduced by storage systems or connecting wind generators to fossil fuel systems, hydroelectric systems, or dispersing them throughout a large grid network. The NSF and NASA-Lewis Research Center have sponsored programs for the utilization of wind energy.
Document ID
19740045022
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Thomas, R. L.
Savino, J. M.
(NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, Ohio, United States)
Date Acquired
August 7, 2013
Publication Date
November 1, 1973
Subject Category
Auxiliary Systems
Meeting Information
Meeting: RANN Symposium
Location: Washington, DC
Start Date: November 18, 1973
End Date: November 20, 1973
Sponsors: National Science Foundation
Accession Number
74A27772
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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