The 2-year MSc in Wind power engineering at the Technical University of Denmark comprises modules from core engineering teaching and from other modules specifically designed to the MSc. This Note outlines the content of such a specific module on the subject of wind turbine measurement. The lectures, practical exercises and work related to measurements from an operating 500 kW turbine are described.
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International Standard IEC 61400–11, Wind turbine generator systems – Part 11: Acoustic noise measurement techniques.
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International Standard IEC 61400–12, Wind turbine generator systems – Part 12: Wind turbine power performance testing.
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International Standard IEC 61400–13, Wind turbine generator systems – Part 13: Measurement of Mechanical loads.
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