Wind Turbine Sensors

“Wind Turbine Sensors” starts with a discussion on how wind turbines generate energy and the major parts of a wind turbine. It then moves to a deep dive on the mechanical components (turbine blades, hub assembly, gearbox. yaw drive, brakes) and the sensors that monitor these components. Then we discuss the generator and transformer and sensors for these electrical components. Finally, we discuss the sensors that measure the wind speed and sensors that optimize electrical power. Wind Turbine Sensors can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5350, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering

• Examine turbine components including blades, rotor, generator, and gearbox
• Specify appropriate sensors for wind turbine applications
• Understand the role of sensors in performance optimization and safety

• 1-2 years technician or engineering experience, or enrolled in an engineering program
• Technical associate or university-level engineering background