A Guide to Small Wind Energy Conversion Systems

by John Twidell

Book Overview

This enterprising book was intended as a practical guide to wind-energy generators up to 100 kW rated capacity. Very small machines such as battery chargers are included, though the main emphasis is on the 20 kW to 100 kW range. Wind-energy conversion systems are being purchased in increasing numbers in the UK. At the time of publication, they were used mainly in remote and island installations (especially on farms) to reduce dependence on conventional...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521281628
• ISBN13: 9780521281621
• Release Date: June 2011
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.7" x 9.6"