2011 WIND INDUSTRY in gERMany - Wind-Energy-Market

[03][01] The WinDrive is used in the highest windturbine in the world (Argentina, 4,200 m)[02] The WinDrive is suitable foroffshore applications (BARD, Project 7 MVA)[03] The Voith WinDrive – a highlydynamic mechatronic drive component[04] Voith WinDrive in a drivelineof a converter-less wind turbine[04]designed for variable-speed operation,the optimum aerodynamic position forthe wind rotor is always maintained. Thesynchronous generator works at mediumvoltage level, which reduces losses due totransformers and cables.Less maintenance:Synchronous generators without slip ringsreduce the complexity of wind turbines,and therefore the servicing required. TheWinDrive has response times in the millisecondrange, thereby producing a considerableload reduction in the drive trainduring dynamic load conditions in thedrive. The service life of assemblies thatconduct power is increased.ApplicationsWinDrive technology can be applied inalmost any situation. On and offshore locations,connections to weak energy grids orinstallation in rough conditions pose noproblems for the WinDrive.ReferencesThe WinDrive is currently operating reliablyin wind power plants in Germany, Argentinaand U.S.A. The WinDrive‘s potential hasalso been recognized by Chinese wind turbinemanufacturers and there are plans toincorporate it into an offshore wind farm.Voith Turbo Wind GmbH & Co. KGVoith Turbo, the specialist for hydrodynamic drive,coupling and braking systems for road, rail andindustrial applications, as well as for ship propulsionsystems, is a Group Division of Voith GmbH.Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, oil &gas, paper, raw materials and transportation & automotive.Founded in 1867, Voith employs almost40,000 people, generates euros 5.2 billion in sales,operates in about 50 countries around the world andis today one of the biggest family-owned companiesin Europe.Wind industry in germany109