Blade monitoring

Blade monitoringBLADEcontrol, the continuous monitoring system from Rexroth, detects the state of each individual rotor blade around the clock. The sensor system notes the first signs of damage, which often go unnoticed during a visual inspection. This allows wind farm owners and operators to take appropriate steps at an early stage, avoiding turbine downtime. In the event of serious damage, BLADEcontrol immediately sends a signal to the system control unit, which can then shut down the turbine to avoid blade breakage. In addition to direct damage to the rotor blade, BLADEcontrol also detects other rotor problems, including aerodynamic imbalances, loose parts in the blade and hub, and incorrect pitch settings. By doing so, the system makes an additional contribution to the operational safety of the turbine.

Bosch Rexroth
www.boschrexroth-us.com/windenergy
 


Volume: July/August 2013