Wind turbines are highly efficient energy converters that exploit locally available renewable resources across many regions.In modern floating offshore wind turbines(FOWTs),strong aerodynamic and hydrodynamic loads gi...Wind turbines are highly efficient energy converters that exploit locally available renewable resources across many regions.In modern floating offshore wind turbines(FOWTs),strong aerodynamic and hydrodynamic loads give rise to nonlinear and tightly coupled dynamics,which typically require dedicated—and computationally demanding—simulation tools for analysis and control design.This work introduces a simplified,control-oriented mathematical model of a FOWT,derived directly from fundamental force and torque balances and explicitly incorporating the gyroscopic effect,which is often neglected in onshore wind turbines due to its comparatively lower significance.Model parameters are identified for the NREL 5-MW reference turbine using autoregressive models with exogenous input(ARX)techniques.The proposed model is validated against the standard NREL OpenFAST simulation framework.Its utility is further demonstrated by designing a classical control system based on the simplified model and applying it to a high-fidelity nonlinear FOWT simulation,yielding satisfactory performance.The main advantages of the model are:(a)its compact parameter set enables computationally efficient simulations;(b)its feedback structure is based on relative forces,making it applicable under a broader range of disturbances than conventional input-output models;(c)its simplicity facilitates the identification of fundamental behaviors and rapid assessment of dynamic couplings;and(d)its structure is easily modifiable,allowing redesign of components or targeted alteration of the system dynamics through control actions.Overall,the model remains fully explainable,preserving a clear link to the underlying physical principles.展开更多
Anomaly detection in wind turbines involves emphasizing its ability to improve operational efficiency,reduce maintenance costs,extend their lifespan,and enhance reliability in the wind energy sector.This is particular...Anomaly detection in wind turbines involves emphasizing its ability to improve operational efficiency,reduce maintenance costs,extend their lifespan,and enhance reliability in the wind energy sector.This is particularly necessary in offshore wind,currently one of the most critical assets for achieving sustainable energy generation goals,due to the harsh marine environment and the difficulty of maintenance tasks.To address this problem,this work proposes a data-driven methodology for detecting power generation anomalies in offshore wind turbines,using normalized and linearized operational data.The proposed framework transforms heterogeneous wind speed and power measurements into a unified scale,enabling the development of a new wind power index(WPi)that quantifies deviations from expected performance.Additionally,spatial and temporal coherence analyses of turbines within a wind farm ensure the validity of these normalized measurements across different wind turbine models and operating conditions.Furthermore,a Support Vector Machine(SVM)refines the classification process,effectively distinguishing measurement errors from actual power generation failures.Validation of this strategy using real-world data from the Alpha Ventus wind farm demonstrates that the proposed approach not only improves predictive maintenance but also optimizes energy production,highlighting its potential for broad application in offshore wind installations.展开更多
基金supported by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation under the MCI/AEI/FEDER project number PID2021-123543OBC21 and PID2024-155653OB-C21.
摘要Wind turbines are highly efficient energy converters that exploit locally available renewable resources across many regions.In modern floating offshore wind turbines(FOWTs),strong aerodynamic and hydrodynamic loads give rise to nonlinear and tightly coupled dynamics,which typically require dedicated—and computationally demanding—simulation tools for analysis and control design.This work introduces a simplified,control-oriented mathematical model of a FOWT,derived directly from fundamental force and torque balances and explicitly incorporating the gyroscopic effect,which is often neglected in onshore wind turbines due to its comparatively lower significance.Model parameters are identified for the NREL 5-MW reference turbine using autoregressive models with exogenous input(ARX)techniques.The proposed model is validated against the standard NREL OpenFAST simulation framework.Its utility is further demonstrated by designing a classical control system based on the simplified model and applying it to a high-fidelity nonlinear FOWT simulation,yielding satisfactory performance.The main advantages of the model are:(a)its compact parameter set enables computationally efficient simulations;(b)its feedback structure is based on relative forces,making it applicable under a broader range of disturbances than conventional input-output models;(c)its simplicity facilitates the identification of fundamental behaviors and rapid assessment of dynamic couplings;and(d)its structure is easily modifiable,allowing redesign of components or targeted alteration of the system dynamics through control actions.Overall,the model remains fully explainable,preserving a clear link to the underlying physical principles.
基金supported by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation under the MCI/AEI/FEDER project number PID2021-123543OBC21.
摘要Anomaly detection in wind turbines involves emphasizing its ability to improve operational efficiency,reduce maintenance costs,extend their lifespan,and enhance reliability in the wind energy sector.This is particularly necessary in offshore wind,currently one of the most critical assets for achieving sustainable energy generation goals,due to the harsh marine environment and the difficulty of maintenance tasks.To address this problem,this work proposes a data-driven methodology for detecting power generation anomalies in offshore wind turbines,using normalized and linearized operational data.The proposed framework transforms heterogeneous wind speed and power measurements into a unified scale,enabling the development of a new wind power index(WPi)that quantifies deviations from expected performance.Additionally,spatial and temporal coherence analyses of turbines within a wind farm ensure the validity of these normalized measurements across different wind turbine models and operating conditions.Furthermore,a Support Vector Machine(SVM)refines the classification process,effectively distinguishing measurement errors from actual power generation failures.Validation of this strategy using real-world data from the Alpha Ventus wind farm demonstrates that the proposed approach not only improves predictive maintenance but also optimizes energy production,highlighting its potential for broad application in offshore wind installations.