Today, GE (NYSE:GE) announced its 3.2-103 brilliant wind turbine,
producing a 5 percent increase in energy output compared to GE’s current
model. Building on the strong performance of GE’s
2.5-megawatt fleet, the 3.2-103 generates more power for
medium-to-high wind speed sites. With hub height flexibility of 70 to 98
meters, the 3.2-103 helps wind farm developers generate higher annual
energy production in tip-height constrained sites.
“Our 3.2-103 is the next evolution in our European product platform,”
said Cliff Harris, general manager of Europe for GE’s renewable energy
business. “Engineered specifically for U.K. and Ireland permit
constraints, the 103-meter rotor diameter and hub-height flexibility
make it an excellent fit for tip-height constrained sites. Additionally,
this advanced technology drives higher wind farm output especially in
windy and low shear areas typically present in Turkey, and the
integrated energy storage makes it a valuable solution to help improve
the grid integration challenges.”
As a brilliant turbine, the 3.2-103 utilizes the power of the Industrial
Internet to help manage the variability of wind for smooth,
predictable power. By analyzing tens of thousands of data points every
second, the 3.2-103 integrates energy storage and advanced forecasting
algorithms while communicating seamlessly with neighboring turbines,
service technicians and operators.
Three GE created battery-enabled software applications integrate with
the wind turbine to provide enhanced wind power availability. Wind
developers and operators can select the application or combination of
applications that best suits individual site needs.
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Ramp Control: enabling the grid to efficiently absorb wind power.
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Predictable Power: short-term wind power made predictable over periods
of 15 to 60 minutes.
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Frequency Regulation: energy storage to respond to supply and demand
changes with precision.
This advanced technology drives higher wind farm output, services
productivity and creates new revenue streams for customers.
The new 3.2-103 is engineered for IEC Wind Class II standards and is
available for 50-Hz applications.
To download a photo of GE’s new 3.2-103 brilliant wind turbine, click here.
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About GE Power & Water
GE Power & Water provides customers with a broad array of power
generation, energy delivery and water process technologies to solve
their challenges locally. Power & Water works in all areas of the energy
industry including renewable resources such as wind and solar; biogas
and alternative fuels; and coal, oil, natural gas and nuclear energy.
The business also develops advanced technologies to help solve the
world’s most complex challenges related to water availability and
quality. Power & Water’s six business units include Distributed Power,
Nuclear Energy, Power Generation Products, Power Generation Services,
Renewable Energy and Water & Process Technologies. Headquartered in
Schenectady, N.Y., Power & Water is GE’s largest industrial business.
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