A wind energy turbine blade icing detector.
In places with cold weather, wind turbines can get very icy, which damages the rotor blades and is a safety risk. When icing happens, the turbine must be turned off until the blades no longer have a dangerous amount of ice on them. This means that money and energy are lost. In order to deal with this problem, the eologix solar system measures the thickness of the ice using a capacitive measurement method instead of vibration. Also, the eologix system can control the heating systems so that the rotor blades don’t get ice on them. The eologix solution helps the turbine operator save time and money by giving an automatic ice-free signal. The operator doesn’t have to do anything to make this happen. This solution is certified by DNV-GL and accepted by OEMs and authorities. It is also very flexible and can be put on both new and old wind turbines.
Positive facts about Ice detection for wind turbines
The sensors are 100% solar-powered
Reduces downtime up to 90%, representing 150 hours of energy production per year per wind turbine
Payback time between 1 to 3 years
Increases AEP up to 3%
Ice detection for wind turbines website : https://eologix.com/
