WPT 119 — Wind Turbine Drive Systems
This course provides an understanding of mechanical systems utilized inwind turbine systems. Discussion topics include: mechanical drivesystems, shafts and sealing devices, gear systems, and bearings. Thecourse will also cover hydraulic principles necessary to control modernwind turbines such as pumps, actuators, fluid control devices andancillary systems. Discussion will focus on preventative maintenancepractices, which include lubrication requirements, fastener technology,component alignment and vibration testing and monitoring. Somediscussions will focus on the use or preventative maintenance dataanalysis that may be utilized for process improvements throughpredictive maintenance planning. 123