Encyclopedia of Alternative and Renewable Energy: Volume 17 (New Frontiers in Wind Power)

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New frontiers in wind power are described in this comprehensive book. In present times, wind energy industry is at a crucial turning point. Global economic inconsistency has threatened or eradicated several financial incentives that have been crucial to the development of specific markets. Now more than ever, this important element of the world energy mosaic will need creative research and strategic collaborations to help the industry as it moves forward. This book includes topics of importance for the effective operation of modern commercial farms and features advanced research that will allow next-generation wind energy technologies. The book majorly discusses Inflow and Wake Influences on Turbine Performance, Turbine Structural Response, and Power Conversion, Control and Integration. The book also introduces the readers to important approaches and the comprehensive subtopics like wave dynamics, examination of intricate turbine blades, and power electronics in miniature wind turbine systems.