Wind Energy Engineering

A Handbook for Onshore and Offshore Wind Turbines

By: Trevor M. Letcher

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eText | 11 May 2017 | Edition Number 1

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Wind Energy Engineering: A Handbook for Onshore and Offshore Wind Turbines is the most advanced, up-to-date and research-focused text on all aspects of wind energy engineering. Wind energy is pivotal in global electricity generation and for achieving future essential energy demands and targets. In this fast moving field this must-have edition starts with an in-depth look at the present state of wind integration and distribution worldwide, and continues with a high-level assessment of the advances in turbine technology and how the investment, planning, and economic infrastructure can support those innovations.

Each chapter includes a research overview with a detailed analysis and new case studies looking at how recent research developments can be applied. Written by some of the most forward-thinking professionals in the field and giving a complete examination of one of the most promising and efficient sources of renewable energy, this book is an invaluable reference into this cross-disciplinary field for engineers.

Contains analysis of the latest high-level research and explores real world application potential in relation to the developments
Uses system international (SI) units and imperial units throughout to appeal to global engineers
Offers new case studies from a world expert in the field
Covers the latest research developments in this fast moving, vital subject