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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.
PO514: Component Analysis under Deficient Operating Conditions: A Practical Approach for Wind Asset Management
Pablo Osua, Senior Stress Engineer, Nabla Wind Hub
Abstract
This study addresses the impact of suboptimal lubrication practices on the main bearings of wind turbines. During routine borescope inspections and grease analysis at a wind farm, it became evident that the lubricant injected into the bearings was insufficient. This led to two fundamental concerns: first, the need to increase lubrication amount or frequency; second, the likelihood that suboptimal past operations have already impacted bearing lifespan. We developed a sensitivity analysis methodology to estimate the remaining operational life of bearings under actual lubrication conditions, supporting proactive decision-making around inventory of spare parts and budget planning. Comparative scenarios were created representing well-lubricated, medium-lubricated, and poorly-lubricated bearings. The methodology generated actionable outputs and is scalable to additional scenarios as needed. This work presents a practical approach to assessing component health under deficient operating conditions, with implications for improving asset management in wind energy operations.
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