MHI Vestas has unveiled the first ever 10 MW wind turbine. The upgrades required to reach the new level are relatively small, MHI Vestas said. The V164-10.0 MW turbine is based on the company's 8 MW model. Moving up to 10 MW meant incorporating a stronger gearbox, minor mechanical upgrades and a design alteration to improve air flow and increase cooling in the converter. The new model will be installed at the Danish National Wind Farm near Skanderborg where it should generate enough electricity for about 1,000 homes.
MHI Vestas has unveiled the first ever 10 MW wind turbine. The V164-10.0 MW turbine is based on the company's 8 MW model. Moving up to 10 MW meant incorporating a stronger gearbox, minor mechanical upgrades and a design alteration to improve air flow and increase cooling in the converter. The new model will be installed at the Danish National Wind Farm near Skanderborg where it should generate enough electricity for about 1,000 homes.