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Three-Phase Induction Motor Operation Explained

Three-Phase Induction Motor Operation Explained

This article describes the operating principles and equivalent circuits of a three-phase induction motor.


Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

Bee Behavior Aids Turbine Positioning for Maximum Output

University researchers are developing a modified algorithm based on honeybee behavior to help wind turbine engineers position wind turbines for…


News Nov 09, 2022 by Stephanie Leonida
Aeromine: An Elegantly Simple Rooftop Wind Energy Solution

Aeromine: An Elegantly Simple Rooftop Wind Energy Solution

Using aerodynamic first principles, a new type of rooftop wind energy generator matches solar power for industrial buildings.


DOE Pumps More Money Into EV Batteries, Offshore Wind, Minerals, R&D

DOE Pumps More Money Into EV Batteries, Offshore Wind, Minerals, R&D

The U.S. Department of Energy continues to ramp up its funding for renewable energy infrastructure, electric vehicle battery manufacturing,…


News Nov 01, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Siemens Gamesa Offshore Turbine Sets Record; UK Wind Farm Expands

Siemens Gamesa Offshore Turbine Sets Record; UK Wind Farm Expands

A 14-megawatt wind turbine from Germany-based Siemens Gamesa hit a daily record for energy output. Meanwhile, construction is expanding at a…


News Oct 26, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Improving Electric Motor and Generator Design

Improving Electric Motor and Generator Design

Researchers at Sandia Laboratories have developed a superior way to transmit power to motors and generators using a conductive belt.


Siemens Gamesa Extends Recyclable Blades to Onshore Market Amid Leadership Shakeup, Layoffs

Siemens Gamesa Extends Recyclable Blades to Onshore Market Amid Leadership Shakeup, Layoffs

Spain-based Siemens Gamesa announced plans to expand its recyclable turbine blades to the onshore market. The move comes as financial losses…


News Oct 10, 2022 by Shannon Cuthrell
Wind Turbine Design: Moving Wind Power Offshore

Wind Turbine Design: Moving Wind Power Offshore

Locating wind turbines offshore and away from the land has become more practical, thanks to a new engineering design tool.


News Sep 02, 2022 by Kevin Clemens
Could the Climate Bill Throw a Wrench in the Gears of Offshore Wind?

Could the Climate Bill Throw a Wrench in the Gears of Offshore Wind?

Utility-scale farms are finally breaking ground and the BOEM is accelerating its leasing, but fine print in the Inflation Reduction Act may lead to…


News Aug 26, 2022 by Ian Hahn
Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

Introduction to Renewable Energy Systems

Renewable energy is energy from self-replenishing sources. The main sources of renewable energy include the sun, wind, and water. Renewable energy…


17V Ultracapacitor Module for Wind Turbine Pitch Control

17V Ultracapacitor Module for Wind Turbine Pitch Control

WaterLily Turbine Delivers up to 15W of Power

WaterLily Turbine Delivers up to 15W of Power

10kW Portable Wind Turbine Sets Up in One Hour

10kW Portable Wind Turbine Sets Up in One Hour


News Dec 19, 2019 by Paul Shepard
1,700V 7th-Generation IGBT Modules Target Large-Scale Wind Turbines

1,700V 7th-Generation IGBT Modules Target Large-Scale Wind Turbines

Hybrid UPS with Battery Bank, Solar & Wind, and Rectified AC Inputs

Hybrid UPS with Battery Bank, Solar & Wind, and Rectified AC Inputs


News Jul 16, 2019 by Scott McMahan
IP65, 9.9kW/200Vac UPS/Power Conditioner for Wind and Hydropower

IP65, 9.9kW/200Vac UPS/Power Conditioner for Wind and Hydropower

Hitachi / ENERCON Partnership Bringing AI to Wind Power Generation Systems

Hitachi / ENERCON Partnership Bringing AI to Wind Power Generation Systems


News Jan 27, 2019 by Paul Shepard
12MW Wind Turbine Prototype to be Installed in Rotterdam

12MW Wind Turbine Prototype to be Installed in Rotterdam


News Jan 22, 2019 by Scott McMahan
Temporary Energy Storage Speeds Commissioning of Wind Farms

Temporary Energy Storage Speeds Commissioning of Wind Farms


News Sep 23, 2018 by Paul Shepard
Identifying Wind Turbine Component Failures Before They Occur

Identifying Wind Turbine Component Failures Before They Occur


News Aug 21, 2018 by Paul Shepard