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Wind energy explained [electronic resource] : theory, design and application / J.F. Manwell and J.G. McGowan, A.L. Rogers

Author
Manwell, J. F.
Published
Chichester, U.K. : Wiley, 2009.
Edition
2nd ed.
Physical Description
1 online resource (xii, 689 pages) : illustrations
Additional Creators
McGowan, J. G. and Rogers, Anthony L., 1948-
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Contents
Introduction: Modern wind energy and its origins -- Wind characteristics and resources -- Aerodynamics of wind turbines -- Mechanics and dynamics -- Electrical aspects of wind turbines -- Wind turbine materials and components -- Wind turbine design and testing -- Wind turbine control -- Wind turbine siting, system design, and integration -- Wind energy applications -- Wind energy system economics -- Wind energy systems: Environmental aspects and impacts.
Summary
"This book offers a complete examination of one of the most promising sources of renewable energy and is an introduction to this cross-disciplinary field for practicing engineers. This second edition includes up-to-date data, diagrams, illustrations and thorough new material."--BOOK JACKET.
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ISBN
9780470686287 (electronic bk.)
0470686286 (electronic bk.)
Note
Description based on print version record.
AVAILABLE ONLINE TO AUTHORIZED PSU USERS.
Bibliography Note
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Technical Details
Mode of access: World Wide web.
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