{"id":9948,"date":"2023-10-09T10:04:07","date_gmt":"2023-10-09T08:04:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eologix-ping.com\/?p=9948"},"modified":"2023-12-15T12:36:42","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T10:36:42","slug":"measurement-pitch-angle-deviations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/measurement-pitch-angle-deviations\/","title":{"rendered":"Exploring measurement methods for pitch angle deviations at wind turbines"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1702636600123{padding-top: 15px !important;padding-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]<strong>TECHNOLOGY<\/strong> | 9 MIN TO READ[\/vc_column_text]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-67446ad06625a8f44\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-67446ad06625a8f44 uvc-3338  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-67446ad06625a8f44 h1'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h1 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:20px;margin-bottom:20px;\">Exploring measurement methods for pitch angle deviations at wind turbines<\/h1><\/div><\/div><div id=\"ultimate-heading-90646ad06625a8fb0\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-90646ad06625a8fb0 uvc-9530  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"center\" style=\"text-align:center\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-sub-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-90646ad06625a8fb0 .uvc-sub-heading '  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}'  style=\"font-weight:normal;\"><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Wind turbines have become a crucial source of renewable energy worldwide, harnessing the power of the wind to generate electricity. The efficient operation of wind turbines is essential for <strong>maximizing energy production<\/strong> and <strong>ensuring the longevity of these complex machines<\/strong>. One critical aspect affecting their performance are aerodynamical imbalances caused by <strong>pitch or twist angle deviations between the the rotor blades<\/strong>. Accurate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eologix-ping.com\/en\/solutions\/continuous-pitch-angle-monitoring\/\">measurement of these relative pitch angles<\/a> are vital for maintaining optimal efficiency and minimizing maintenance costs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">In this blog post, we&#8217;ll delve into the advantages and disadvantages of different measurement methods for relative pitch angles at wind turbines.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Would you like to learn more about the on-blade system for continuous relative pitch angle measurement? Arrange your personal demo with our sales team.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\" data-type=\"the7_shortcodes-inline-css\">#default-btn-967e1ab68420179f65217a6bc83777ce.ico-right-side > i {\n  margin-right: 0px;\n  margin-left: 8px;\n}\n#default-btn-967e1ab68420179f65217a6bc83777ce > i {\n  margin-right: 8px;\n}\n<\/style><div class=\"btn-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eologix-ping.com\/en\/meet-us\/#bookameeting\" class=\"default-btn-shortcode dt-btn dt-btn-l link-hover-off  vc_custom_1696838481475\" id=\"default-btn-967e1ab68420179f65217a6bc83777ce\" title=\"Demo\"><span>Book a demo now<\/span><\/a><\/div>[vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9935&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_outline&#8221; border_color=&#8221;white&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696834613075{border-radius: 4px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row bg_type=&#8221;image&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;4\/6&#8243;][vc_empty_space]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-9556ad06625a95ed\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-9556ad06625a95ed uvc-36  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-9556ad06625a95ed h2'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h2 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">Different possibilities for measuring the pitch angle deviations<\/h2><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]There are various systems for measuring the relative and\/or absolute pitch angle on the market.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Most of all you can find:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sensors on the blade surface (like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eologix-ping.com\/en\/solutions\/continuous-pitch-angle-monitoring\/\">eologix:align<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Laser measurement<\/li>\n<li>Photogrammetry<\/li>\n<li>Sensors inside the rotor blade<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These technical methods differ fundamentally in their approach and thus also in their accuracy. Further advantages and disadvantages of the different approaches are discussed below.[\/vc_column_text]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-77106ad06625a9628\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-77106ad06625a9628 uvc-9851  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-77106ad06625a9628 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">Advantages and disadvantages at a glance<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696838152516{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;]Whether it is a continuously monitoring system, a temporary used system, a ground-based system or one with access to the wind turbine, each offers different ways to measure relative pitch angles, to explore the pitch angle deviatons and has different advantages and disadvantages.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696837374367{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<strong>Read more about eologix:align for continuous measurement of the pitch angle deviations of your turbine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eologix-ping.com\/en\/solutions\/continuous-pitch-angle-monitoring\/\">here<\/a>.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15px&#8221;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-94466ad06625a9660\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-94466ad06625a9660 uvc-2569  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-94466ad06625a9660 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">On-blade sensor system on rotor blade<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]With the on-blade sensor system, the sensors are mounted directly on the rotor blade surface. From there, the pitch angles are measured based on inertial data. After installation, there is no need for manual intervention on site.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>continuous measurement &amp; automatic warning<\/li>\n<li>results updated continuously<\/li>\n<li>historical data visible in the dashboard<\/li>\n<li>measurement method independent of location and weather conditions<\/li>\n<li>possible at every wind turbine in every life cycle<\/li>\n<li>pitch angle deviations are displayed versus rotation frequency<\/li>\n<li>measuring accuracy of \u00b10. 3\u00b0<\/li>\n<li>comparison with measurement data from the SCADA system possible<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Disadvantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>higher acquisition costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9961&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696850347170{border-radius: 4px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-38096ad06625a969e\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-38096ad06625a969e uvc-5680  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-38096ad06625a969e h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">Laser-based systems<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Laser-based alignment systems use laser technology to measure pitch angle deviations. As the wind turbine rotates, a laser beam measures the distances to each blade surface at specific rotor blade radii. The pitch angle deviations are calculated by comparing the distance measurements.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>suitable for various types of wind turbines<\/li>\n<li>suitable for periodic alignment checks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Disadvantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;one-time&#8221; measurement in a certain operating condition of the wind turbine<\/li>\n<li>Limited to short-range measurements<\/li>\n<li>Sensitive to environmental conditions (e.g., dust, fog)<\/li>\n<li>Accuracy depending on geometry, vibration and wind speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9966&#8243; img_size=&#8221;medium&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696850865467{border-radius: 4px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-50756ad06625a96ee\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-50756ad06625a96ee uvc-5028  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-50756ad06625a96ee h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">Photogrammetry<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Photogrammetry can be used to measure the relative blade angle of a wind turbine by analyzing images or photographs of the turbine&#8217;s blades from multiple viewpoints.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>location-independent measurement method, can also be used at forest locations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Disadvantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>&#8220;one-time&#8221; measurement in an operating state of the wind turbine<\/li>\n<li>pitch is not measured by rotation frequency<\/li>\n<li>difficult to make qualitative statements due to inaccuracy<\/li>\n<li>Environmental factors &#8211; photogrammetry can be sensitive to environmental conditions such as fog, rain, or poor lighting. Adverse weather can hinder data collection and accuracy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;9968&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; add_caption=&#8221;yes&#8221; alignment=&#8221;right&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1696851284728{border-radius: 4px !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;]<div id=\"ultimate-heading-16596ad06625a9739\" class=\"uvc-heading ult-adjust-bottom-margin ultimate-heading-16596ad06625a9739 uvc-790  uvc-heading-default-font-sizes\" data-hspacer=\"no_spacer\"  data-halign=\"left\" style=\"text-align:left\"><div class=\"uvc-heading-spacer no_spacer\" style=\"top\"><\/div><div class=\"uvc-main-heading ult-responsive\"  data-ultimate-target='.uvc-heading.ultimate-heading-16596ad06625a9739 h3'  data-responsive-json-new='{\"font-size\":\"\",\"line-height\":\"\"}' ><h3 style=\"--font-weight:theme;margin-top:32px;margin-bottom:32px;\">Sensors inside the rotor blade<\/h3><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text]Most conventional CMS systems installed inside the blade can be used for a rough detection of rotor imbalance.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;15&#8243;][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;top&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Advantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>continuous measurement &amp; automatic warning<\/li>\n<li>measurement by means of acceleration sensors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Disadvantages:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>detects only an indication<\/li>\n<li>after overwriting the alarm or warning threshold of the CMS system, a ground-based blade measurement is required. With the results, a statement can be made about the size of the relevant pitch angle errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;32&#8243;][vc_column_text]By continuously monitoring the relative pitch angle, you can detect the first anomalies in the operating behavior as early as possible. In this way, you <strong>prevent damage<\/strong> and <strong>consequential costs<\/strong> and thus <strong>extend the service life of your wind turbine<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Accurate measurement of relative pitch angle deviations is essential for optimizing wind turbine performance. Each measurement method comes with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, and the <strong>choice depends on factors<\/strong> such as budget, precision requirements, and environmental conditions. While traditional methods like <strong>ground based measurements may be cost-effective<\/strong> for occasional checks, more <strong>advanced technologies like on-blade sensor technology offer greater accuracy<\/strong> and the ability to monitor wind turbines continuously.<\/p>\n<p>In the ever-evolving field of renewable energy, the choice of measurement method should align with the goals of maximizing energy production, reducing downtime, and ensuring the sustainability of wind turbine operations. 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src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20768%20512&#39;%2F%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Effective_lightning_protection_systems-768x512.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Effective_lightning_protection_systems-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Effective_lightning_protection_systems-1152x768.jpg 1152w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Effective lightning protection systems (LPS) to secure turbines\" title=\"Effective_lightning_protection_systems\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\"  \/><\/a>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/effective-lightning-protection-systems\/\" title=\"Protecting wind turbines with effective lightning protection systems\" rel=\"bookmark\">Protecting wind turbines with effective lightning protection systems<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2024\/12\/16\/\" title=\"7:58 am\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2024-12-16T07:58:55+01:00\">December 16, 2024<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>This blog article explores the key components of an LPS, the importance of routine inspections, and actionable recommendations to maintain optimal performance.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/effective-lightning-protection-systems\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Protecting wind turbines with effective lightning protection systems\">read more<i 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https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Damaged_Blade-3-1152x768.png 1152w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Surface damage detection for wind turbines\" title=\"Damaged_Blade (3)\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\"  \/><\/a>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/detecting-surface-damage-in-wind-turbines\/\" title=\"Detecting surface damage in wind turbines: A smart approach to cut costs\" rel=\"bookmark\">Detecting surface damage in wind turbines: A smart approach to cut costs<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2024\/11\/12\/\" title=\"8:47 am\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2024-11-12T08:47:08+01:00\">November 12, 2024<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>This blog article describes why proactive surface damage detection on wind turbines is essential for controlling cost.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/detecting-surface-damage-in-wind-turbines\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Detecting surface damage in wind turbines: A smart approach to cut costs\">read more<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"post post-10677 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-technology category-50\" data-name=\"Strike back: A 12-step guide after a lightning strike hits a wind turbine\" data-date=\"2024-02-20T10:35:35+01:00\">\n\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail-wrap\">\n\t<div class=\"post-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<a 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href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/12-step-guide-after-lightning-strike-hits-wind-turbine\/\" title=\"Strike back: A 12-step guide after a lightning strike hits a wind turbine\" rel=\"bookmark\">Strike back: A 12-step guide after a lightning strike hits a wind turbine<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2024\/02\/20\/\" title=\"10:35 am\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2024-02-20T10:35:35+01:00\">February 20, 2024<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>Knowing what steps to take after a lightning strike hits wind turbines is crucial. This article explores the process of assessing and addressing damage post-lightning strike.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/12-step-guide-after-lightning-strike-hits-wind-turbine\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Strike back: A 12-step guide after a lightning strike hits a wind turbine\">read more<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"post post-10621 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-technology category-50\" data-name=\"Affected by lightning &#8211; the most lightning-prone areas in the USA\" data-date=\"2024-02-12T16:10:17+01:00\">\n\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail-wrap\">\n\t<div class=\"post-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/affected-by-lightning\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail-rollover layzr-bg\" ><img class=\"preload-me owl-lazy-load aspect\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20768%20512&#39;%2F%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Lightning_Blog2-768x512.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Lightning_Blog2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Lightning_Blog2-860x574.png 860w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Lightning strikes on wind turbines.\" title=\"Lightning_Blog2\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\"  \/><\/a>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/affected-by-lightning\/\" title=\"Affected by lightning &#8211; the most lightning-prone areas in the USA\" rel=\"bookmark\">Affected by lightning &#8211; the most lightning-prone areas in the USA<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2024\/02\/12\/\" title=\"4:10 pm\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2024-02-12T16:10:17+01:00\">February 12, 2024<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>Recent data offers cruical insights into lightning activity across the United States. In this blog, we delve deeper into lighting prone areas in the US and summarized the most important data for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/affected-by-lightning\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Affected by lightning &#8211; the most lightning-prone areas in the USA\">read more<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"post post-10490 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-technology category-50\" data-name=\"Challenges with lightning strikes on wind turbines\" data-date=\"2024-01-16T09:58:16+01:00\">\n\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail-wrap\">\n\t<div class=\"post-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/challenges-with-lightning-strikes-on-wind-turbines\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail-rollover layzr-bg\" ><img class=\"preload-me owl-lazy-load aspect\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20768%20512&#39;%2F%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog_lightning_challenges-768x512.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog_lightning_challenges-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog_lightning_challenges-1152x768.png 1152w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Challenges with lightning strikes on wind turbines.\" title=\"Blog_lightning_challenges\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\"  \/><\/a>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/challenges-with-lightning-strikes-on-wind-turbines\/\" title=\"Challenges with lightning strikes on wind turbines\" rel=\"bookmark\">Challenges with lightning strikes on wind turbines<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2024\/01\/16\/\" title=\"9:58 am\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2024-01-16T09:58:16+01:00\">January 16, 2024<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>Wind energy has emerged as a pivotal player in the global transition towards sustainable power sources. As wind turbines stand tall and harness the power of the wind, they are not without their challenges. Let&#8217;s delve into the challenges and potential consequences of lightning strikes on wind turbines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/challenges-with-lightning-strikes-on-wind-turbines\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Challenges with lightning strikes on wind turbines\">read more<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><article class=\"post post-10347 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-technology category-50\" data-name=\"Effective blade heating for wind turbines\" data-date=\"2023-12-12T15:00:43+01:00\">\n\n<div class=\"post-thumbnail-wrap\">\n\t<div class=\"post-thumbnail\">\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/effective-blade-heating-for-wind-turbines\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail-rollover layzr-bg\" ><img class=\"preload-me owl-lazy-load aspect\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D&#39;http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg&#39;%20viewBox%3D&#39;0%200%20768%20512&#39;%2F%3E\" data-src=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Blog_heating_Header-768x512.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Blog_heating_Header-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Blog_heating_Header-1152x768.jpg 1152w\" loading=\"eager\" style=\"--ratio: 768 \/ 512\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" alt=\"Arten von Rotorblattheizsystemen\" title=\"Blog_heating_Header\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\"  \/><\/a>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"post-entry-content\">\n\n\t<h3 class=\"entry-title\">\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/effective-blade-heating-for-wind-turbines\/\" title=\"Effective blade heating for wind turbines\" rel=\"bookmark\">Effective blade heating for wind turbines<\/a>\n\t<\/h3>\n\n\t<div class=\"entry-meta\"><span class=\"category-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/category\/technology\/\" >Technology<\/a><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/2023\/12\/12\/\" title=\"3:00 pm\" class=\"data-link\" rel=\"bookmark\"><time class=\"entry-date updated\" datetime=\"2023-12-12T15:00:43+01:00\">December 12, 2023<\/time><\/a><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"entry-excerpt\"><p>Wind turbines are exposed to various environmental influences all over the year &#8211; with sometimes considerable effects on performance, yield and safety. Icing also plays a major role here. Innovative blade heating systems therefore offer various approaches to solving the icing problem and protecting the environment and your service team.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\n<a href=\"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/effective-blade-heating-for-wind-turbines\/\" class=\"post-details details-type-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about Effective blade heating for wind turbines\">read more<i class=\"dt-icon-the7-arrow-03\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/article><\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;64&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;32&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;64&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;64&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Um eine effiziente und zuverl\u00e4ssige Stromerzeugung durch Windenergieanlagen sicherzustellen, m\u00fcssen diese regelm\u00e4\u00dfig gewartet und \u00fcberpr\u00fcft werden, um potenzielle Probleme, wie Unwuchten, zu erkennen und zu beheben. Grunds\u00e4tzlich unterscheidet man zwei Arten von Unwuchten, die bei Windenergieanlagen auftreten k\u00f6nnen: die Massenunwucht und aerodynamische Unwuchten.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":9935,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"content-type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[50],"tags":[],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9948"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9948"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9948\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9965,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9948\/revisions\/9965"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/9935"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9948"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9948"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/legacy.eologix-ping.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9948"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}