Adwen’s 8MW platform

The leitmotif of the AD 8-180 offshore wind turbine is to lower the cost of energy (LcoE).
Its unparalleled annual energy production, reduced lifecycle costs and improved competitiveness lead to an outstanding profitability in offshore wind.
In brief, AD 8 offers project revenue maximization as it delivers an unmatched energy production throughout high nominal power (8 MW) coupled with the largest rotor that the offshore industry currently offers.
The AD 8 benefits from Adwen’s significant know-how in advanced turbine technology through the successful development of their 5 MW turbines. The 8 MW turbine brings together the best of Adwen’s tried-and-tested technology and some latest innovations.
Adwen’s 8 MW wind turbine is a three-bladed, wind-facing rotor type.
It is a PMSG (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator) medium speed wind turbine and is regulated by an individual pitch control system in each blade and with an active nacelle yaw system. The control system allows the wind turbine to be operated at variable speed, maximizing the power produced in the below rated regime, while controlling the rotor speed in the above rated regime through pitching actions on the blades. The power produced by the generator is fully handled by the Full Converter. The drive train is a modular type.
Adwen’s 8 MW drive train configuration allows for the single blade installation process. A hydraulic rotor turning device is installed at the rear part of the generator and connected to the gearbox output shaft so that the rotor can be turned unbalanced with one or two blades.
Adwen is currently validating WTG components and is commissioning the first prototype at the end of 2016. Serial production is expected by the end of 2018.

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