Fatigue impact on Mod-1 wind turbine designFatigue is a key consideration in the design of a long-life Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) system. This paper discusses the fatigue aspects of the large Mod-1 horizontal-axis WTG design starting with the characterization of the environment and proceeding through the design. Major sources of fatigue loading are discussed and methods of limiting fatigue loading are described. NASTRAN finite element models are used to determine dynamic loading and internal cyclic stresses. Recent developments in determining the allowable fatigue stress consistent with present construction codes are discussed relative to their application to WTG structural design.
Document ID
19790036814
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Stahle, C. V., Jr. (General Electric Co., Space Div., Valley Forge Pa., United States)
Date Acquired
August 9, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1978
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: Selective application of materials for products and energy; Twenty-third National Symposium and Exhibition