Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP

The conversion of air currents through wind turbine technology stands as one of the most significant and effective means of generating green electricity. Wind turbines featuring a horizontal axis exhibit the greatest installed capacity. The study establishes a mathematical model for large wind turbi...

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Main Authors: Cristian Paul Chioncel, Elisabeta Spunei, Gelu-Ovidiu Tirian
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Published: MDPI AG 2025-03-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/6/3026
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description The conversion of air currents through wind turbine technology stands as one of the most significant and effective means of generating green electricity. Wind turbines featuring a horizontal axis exhibit the greatest installed capacity. The study establishes a mathematical model for large wind turbines, categorized by megawatt output, utilizing measured data for key parameters, including wind speed, power output from the generator, and rotational speed. The analysis of the system’s behavior on startup—the cut-in wind speed, is conducted by transitioning the electric generator into motor mode. A mathematical model has been established for the dual-powered motor configuration, wherein both the stator and rotor are connected to a common frequency network, facilitating a shift to synchronous motor functionality. The equation that describes the kinetic moment highlights the importance of attaining optimal velocity, while simultaneously accounting for variations in the load angle. These fluctuations are observable in both the power output and the electrical currents. The simulations that have been processed are derived from experimental data, specifically inputs obtained from a 1.5 MW wind turbine located in the Oravita region of southwestern Romania. The paper thus outlines essential elements concerning the functionality of high-power wind turbines that utilize wound rotor induction generators, aiming to guarantee optimal performance from the moment the wind speed reaches the cut-in threshold.
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spelling doaj-art-a9665c55defe4c608eab1efaf2cc2ce72025-08-20T02:11:25ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172025-03-01156302610.3390/app15063026Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPPCristian Paul Chioncel0Elisabeta Spunei1Gelu-Ovidiu Tirian2Department of Engineering Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, Babes-Bolyai University, 400028 Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaDepartment of Engineering Sciences, Faculty of Engineering, Babes-Bolyai University, 400028 Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaFaculty of Engineering Hunedoara, Polytechnic University of Timisoara, 300006 Timisoara, RomaniaThe conversion of air currents through wind turbine technology stands as one of the most significant and effective means of generating green electricity. Wind turbines featuring a horizontal axis exhibit the greatest installed capacity. The study establishes a mathematical model for large wind turbines, categorized by megawatt output, utilizing measured data for key parameters, including wind speed, power output from the generator, and rotational speed. The analysis of the system’s behavior on startup—the cut-in wind speed, is conducted by transitioning the electric generator into motor mode. A mathematical model has been established for the dual-powered motor configuration, wherein both the stator and rotor are connected to a common frequency network, facilitating a shift to synchronous motor functionality. The equation that describes the kinetic moment highlights the importance of attaining optimal velocity, while simultaneously accounting for variations in the load angle. These fluctuations are observable in both the power output and the electrical currents. The simulations that have been processed are derived from experimental data, specifically inputs obtained from a 1.5 MW wind turbine located in the Oravita region of southwestern Romania. The paper thus outlines essential elements concerning the functionality of high-power wind turbines that utilize wound rotor induction generators, aiming to guarantee optimal performance from the moment the wind speed reaches the cut-in threshold.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/6/3026wind systemmathematic modelmaximum power pointinduction generatoroptimal mechanical angular speedcut-in speed
spellingShingle Cristian Paul Chioncel
Elisabeta Spunei
Gelu-Ovidiu Tirian
Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
Applied Sciences
wind system
mathematic model
maximum power point
induction generator
optimal mechanical angular speed
cut-in speed
title Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
title_full Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
title_fullStr Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
title_full_unstemmed Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
title_short Wind Turbines Around Cut-In Speed: Startup Optimization and Behavior Analysis Reported to MPP
title_sort wind turbines around cut in speed startup optimization and behavior analysis reported to mpp
topic wind system
mathematic model
maximum power point
induction generator
optimal mechanical angular speed
cut-in speed
url https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/15/6/3026
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