Wind Energy Training System

The Wind Energy Training System by Ecosense is a comprehensive educational platform designed to simulate and analyze wind energy generation in a controlled laboratory environment. This system facilitates hands-on learning and research by allowing users to study the operational characteristics of wind turbines, understand energy conversion processes, and explore system integration aspects. With its modular design and advanced instrumentation, it serves as an invaluable tool for both academic instruction and applied research in renewable energy technologies.

Key Features

Artificial Wind Generation for Controlled Testing
An induction motor-driven fan with variable frequency control generates wind speeds up to 15 m/s, enabling consistent and repeatable lab experiments without relying on natural wind.
Actual 400 W Wind Turbine
The system includes a real, 3-blade, fixed-pitch wind turbine with a 1.26 m rotor diameter and 400 W rated output—ideal for hands-on study of small-scale wind power generation.
Power Flow: Wind Turbine → Rectifier → Charge Controller → Battery → Inverter → AC Load
The 3-phase AC output from the wind turbine is rectified to DC, regulated by a 12 V, 400 W charge controller, stored in a 12 V, 42 Ah battery, and then converted to AC via a 650 VA inverter—allowing users to safely run and test AC loads in a standalone configuration.
Battery-Based Standalone Operation
Includes a deep-cycle battery bank that stores energy, making the system ideal for off-grid and backup power simulations.
AC and DC Load Testing
Supports connection of both AC and DC loads, helping students explore system behavior under different loading conditions and types.
Real-Time Monitoring and Measurement
Features voltmeters, ammeters, anemometer (for wind speed), tachometer (for rotor speed), and power analyzer for monitoring electrical and mechanical parameters.
PC-Based Data Logging and Visualization
Bundled software enables real-time graphing, CSV export, and performance analysis. Useful for plotting Cp vs TSR, power curves, and efficiency comparisons.
Safe and Indoor Lab Ready
Designed for academic institutions, the system is enclosed, electrically safe, and fully operational indoors using artificial wind—making it weather-independent.
Modular System with Hybrid Integration Capability
Can be linked with other renewable energy modules (e.g., solar PV) at the DC level to simulate hybrid systems or DC microgrids.

Learning Module

Wind Turbine Performance

Measure cut-in wind speed
Calculate Tip Speed Ratio (TSR) and Coefficient of Performance (Cp)
Plot TSR vs. Cp and Power vs. Wind Speed curves
Analyze rotor speed vs. power output

Energy Conversion & Storage

Study AC to DC rectification
Evaluate charge controller performance
Understand battery charging and DC to AC inversion
Test system under AC and DC load conditions

Monitoring & Data Analysis

Monitor wind speed, RPM, voltage, current, and power
Log data and export CSV files
Plot and analyze performance graphs

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