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We would like to invite you to come and see the posters at our upcoming conference. The posters will showcase a diverse range of research topics, and will give delegates an opportunity to engage with the authors and learn more about their work. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or simply curious about the latest developments in your field, we believe that the posters will offer something of interest to everyone. So please join us at the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage with your peers in industry and the academic community.
PO435: Energy Efficiency and Anti-Icing in Wind Turbine Blades Using Positive Temperature Coefficient Heating Elements and Artificial Intelligence
Hakan ICTEN, Senior Electrical-Electronics Engineering Student, Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University
Abstract
One of the most critical challenges affecting the efficiency of wind turbines during winter months is blade icing. Conventional anti-icing systems typically heat either the entire blade using resistance elements or specific sections through air-based heating methods. However, these approaches result in high energy consumption, thereby reducing the overall efficiency ot the turbine. This study proposes an innovative solution aimed at minimizing energy consumption while improving system efficiency. The proposed approach integrates Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) film with an artificial intelligence-based control algorithm to selectively heat only the blade regions at risk of icing. For example, when the blade tip or specific segments approach freezing temperatures, only those regions are activated, thereby optimizing energy consumption. Consequently, overall energy consumption is significantly reduced, while icing-related performance losses are prevented, ensuring continuous turbine operation. This approach has the potential to enhance operational efficiency and provide a sustainable solution for the renewable energy sector.
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