The power coefficient of a 5.25 kW micro wind turbine is 48.5% and the gearbox/generator efficiency is 87.8% efficient. The air density is 1.225 kg/m3.
The power coefficient of a 5.25 kW micro wind turbine is 48.5% and the gearbox/generator efficiency is 87.8% efficient. The air density is 1.225 kg/m3. The rated wind speed is 10.0 m/s.
a) What is the swept area of the wind turbine rotor?
b) What is the diameter of the wind turbine rotor?
c) What is the effectiveness of the wind turbine (%)?
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Authors: Yunus A. Cengel, Robert H. Turner, John M. Cimbala
5th edition
78027680, 78027683, 9781760421359, 978-0078027680
