This book covers new methods of casting or pultrusion that reduce thickness in the glass- and graphite-fiber laminate prepregs used in load-bearing skin blades and web shear spars. This optimized process creates thinner, more cost-effective prepegs that still maintain strength and reliability. The book also addresses a wide range of vital technical topics, including:
- Selection of carbon/fiberglass materials
- Estimation of combination percentages
- Minimization and optimal placement of shear webs (spars)
- Advantages of resin, such as lower viscosity and curing time
- Strength and manufacturing criteria for selecting anisotropic materials and turbine blade materials
- Analysis of dynamic fatigue life and vibration factors in blade design
- NDE methods to predict and control deflections, stiffness, and strength
Written by a prolific composite materials expert with more than 40 years of research experience, this reference is invaluable for a new generation of composite designers, graduate students, and industry professionals involved in wind power system design. Assessing significant required changes in transmission, manufacturing, and markets, this resource outlines innovative methods to help the U.S. Department of Energy meet its goal of having wind energy account for 20 percent of total generated energy by 2030.
This book covers new methods of casting or pultrusion that reduce thickness in the glass- and graphite-fiber laminate prepregs used in load-bearing skin blades and web shear spars. This optimized process creates thinner, more cost-effective prepegs that still maintain strength and reliability. The book also addresses a wide range of vital technical topics, including:
- Selection of carbon/fiberglass materials
- Estimation of combination percentages
- Minimization and optimal placement of shear webs (spars)
- Advantages of resin, such as lower viscosity and curing time
- Strength and manufacturing criteria for selecting anisotropic materials and turbine blade materials
- Analysis of dynamic fatigue life and vibration factors in blade design
- NDE methods to predict and control deflections, stiffness, and strength
Written by a prolific composite materials expert with more than 40 years of research experience, this reference is invaluable for a new generation of composite designers, graduate students, and industry professionals involved in wind power system design. Assessing significant required changes in transmission, manufacturing, and markets, this resource outlines innovative methods to help the U.S. Department of Energy meet its goal of having wind energy account for 20 percent of total generated energy by 2030.
Hybrid Anisotropic Materials for Wind Power Turbine Blades
254
Hybrid Anisotropic Materials for Wind Power Turbine Blades
254
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781439868584 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Taylor & Francis |
| Publication date: | 01/24/2012 |
| Pages: | 254 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 0.90(d) |