Automated rotor imbalance monitoring using high-frequency SCADA data
In the vast landscape of renewable energy, wind power stands out as a leading force in the transition towards sustainable energy production. Behind the rotation of wind turbines is a wealth of operational data, offering invaluable insights into wind turbine performance and efficiency. Traditionally, SCADA aggregate data has been collected and analyzed at 10-minute intervals, […]
Component Life Assessment Using Incomplete Failure Datasets
As the wind energy industry continues to evolve and turbine sizes grow larger with each new generation, understanding the lifespan of wind assets before requiring major repairs or replacements remains a key challenge- especially given the limited number of units for each model in operation. What we do know is that premature failure of the […]
Assessing wind turbine performance upgrades using only 10-minute SCADA data
Wind turbine operators and owners are presented a range of performance enhancing retrofit options by OEMs and third parties. Such offerings are accompanied by specific details of the expected performance improvements in terms of AEP (Annual Energy Production). However, these claims can be very difficult to verify independently. The current best practice for AEP gain […]
A study on Air Density: Air density normalization using remote weather data for SCADA based performance analysis
It is well-established that air density has an influence on wind turbine (WTG) performance. This needs to be accounted for when conducting performance analysis following industry best practices. Unfortunately, in many SCADA analyses, this normalization is either partially performed, using only temperature, or completely excluded. It is typically due to the absence of one or […]
Fully automated, physics-based analysis of SCADA temperature signals for Drivetrain Monitoring
In the wind industry, it is widely accepted and understood that SCADA data can be used as a valuable input to condition monitoring algorithms. The data is particularly useful for the analysis of trends in temperature signals and has been shown to be an effective way to detect faults early, allowing proactive inspection and maintenance […]
Optimizing End-of-Warranty Inspections: Leveraging Image, Vibration, and SCADA Data for Wind Turbines
SkySpecs’ Patrick Strom, Head of Global Growth, and Chris Gray, VP of Performance Products join forces to discuss how wind farms are becoming hubs of technological innovation, powered by two key components: operational excellence and automated data analytics.
Unleashing Efficiency: A Deep Dive into Operational Excellence with Cutting-Edge Automated Data Analytics
SkySpecs’ Patrick Strom, Head of Global Growth, and Chris Gray, VP of Performance Products join forces to discuss how wind farms are becoming hubs of technological innovation, powered by two key components: operational excellence and automated data analytics.
Crack Growth Risk in Turbine Blades – Understanding The Big Picture
Wind turbine blades suffer damage from operation, poor maintenance, age, and more. However, a specific type of damage has consistently been a major cause of blade failures. In a recent webinar, Tomasz Sieradzan, Principal Engineer at SkySpecs, discussed the findings of a study SkySpecs conducted on managing the risk of crack formation and propagation on […]
Wind Turbine Yaw Misalignment: Setting Some Things Straight
I have heard many discussions on the subject of yaw misalignment during my career in the wind industry, and I would like to offer my opinion on this interesting and complex topic. Although there are surely cases where misaligned turbines should be corrected, I believe that claims relating to the severity and frequency with which […]
