Wind energy

Vocabulary linked to wind energy

Vocabulary linked to wind energy


Roland Peter
This flashcard set delves into the technical aspects of wind energy at a university level, focusing on components like turbines, rotors, and blades, as well as the construction and performance of wind farms. It covers the generation and transmission of electricity, including substations and grid connections, and explores the challenges and regulations in wind energy production. Ideal for engineering students or professionals, this flashcard set provides a comprehensive overview of the technology behind harnessing wind power efficiently.
Flashcards
29
Students
1
Language
English
Category
Technology
Level
University
Created / Updated
16.01.2014 / 22.01.2014

Flashcards

Windturbine

wind turbine

Aerodynamik

aerodynamics

Flügel, Rotorblatt

blade

drehen

spin

produzieren, erzeugen

generate

Konstruktion

construct

Regelung

regulation

Gerät

device

Stromnetz

grid

Aufbau, Struktur

structure

ideale Geschwindigkeit

optimum speed

freistehend

free-standing

optische Sensoren

fibre-optic sensors

nationales Stromnetz

national grid

Herausforderung

challenge

Alternative

alternative

Windpark

wind farm

unregelmässig, unterbrochen

intermittent

Kapazität

capacity

Durchmesser

diameter

einheimisch

domestic

grösste Leistung

best-performing

Turm

tower

Grundlage

foundation

Maschinenhaus

nacelle

Rotor

rotor

Kabel

cables

Generator

generator

Transformatorenstation

substation

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