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 INTRODUCTION
Wind energy is a renewable source of energy that occurs in the nature spontaneously and can be harnessed to meet the necessity of power.
It is being used from a very early age and the technology of using this energy efficiently is being improved with time.

Wind power is the conversion of wind energy into a useful form of energy. It is done using wind turbines to make electricity, wind mills for
mechanical power, wind pumps for pumping water or drainage, or sails to propel ships.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Wind Energy Unit EEE contains an aerogenerator, in laboratory-scale, and is used to study the conversion of kinetic wind energy into
electrical energy and to study the influence of some factors on this generation.

The unit consists of a stainless steel tunnel, an aerogenerator and an axial fan with variable speed. A rotor (or turbine) to place up to blades
and a generator are the core elements of the aerogenerator.

The air speed is varied by changing the rotational speed of the axial fan. This fan generates the air flow required to set the rotor of the wind
energy unit. The generator converts the rotor's kinetic energy into electrical energy.

The aerogenerator incidence angle and the angle of every blade can be modified. The blades can be removable and it's possible to set
different blade configurations.

This unit includes a DC load and battery charger regulator, an auxiliary battery charger, a battery and a DC Loads module. The DC Loads
module contains DC lamps, rheostat, DC motor, load selector and switches to select the type of load:

- Position 1: The aerogenerator or regulator operates at open circuit voltage.

- Position 2: The DC lamps and the rheostat are directly connected to the aerogenerator or regulator. These loads can be connected
independently or in parallel with the help of manual switches.

- Position 3: The DC motor is directly connected to the aerogenerator or regulator.

- Position 4: Bypass mode, there are no DC loads.

The following parameters are measured: air temperature, air speed, speed of the rotor and voltage and current. There is a temperature
sensor before the rotor of the aerogenerator. The air speed is measured with an anemometer placed in the tunnel and also is determined
the rotational speed of the aerogenerator (r.p.m.). A voltage and current sensor allows to measure the voltage and current to determine the
power.

It is possible to know, in real time, the value of the DC voltage and the current given by aerogenerator, measured before and after the
regulator.

Optional (NOT included in the minimum supply):

- EE-KIT. Kit of Conversion and Consumption Simulation (AC):

Single-phase inverter.

AC Loads Module:

3 Lamps, 1 axial compact fan with plastic guards and 4 positions selector.

AC voltage and current sensor.

- EE-KIT2. Grid Connection Inverter Kit:

Grid Connection Inverter.

Grid Simulator (ESR).

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 Tunnel
Aerogenerator
Axial fan

AC Loads Module (optional EE-KIT)

DC Load and Battery

Charger Regulator
DC Loads Module

Single-phase Inverter
(optional EE-KIT)

Battery

Aerogenerator configurations

Aerogenerator with 6 blades Aerogenerator with 3 blades Aerogenerator with 2 blades

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 SPECIFICATIONS
Unit mounted on an anodized aluminum structure and panels in painted steel.
Main metallic elements of stainless steel.
Diagram in the front panel with similar distribution to the elements in the real unit.
The unit includes:
Stainless steel tunnel of 2000 x 550 x 550 mm. approx., which includes two transparent windows of 1000 x 130 mm. approx.
Aerogenerator:
Diameter: 510 mm. Starting air speed: 2.0 m/s.
Max. power output: 60W. Voltage: 12 V. Max. charging current: 5A.
It includes a set of six blades.
The aerogenerator incidence angle can be modified to simulate different weather conditions and it's possible to set different blade
configurations (aerogenerator with 6, 3 or 2 blades).
This unit allows to change the angle of every blade, as each one embeds its own calibrated protractor. The blades can be adjusted in a 360
range.
Low friction alternator, which provides a smooth and silent output.
Friction less alternator and fixed shaft.
Axial fan with variable speed for wind simulation:
Max. flow rate: 5750 m3/h. Max. power: 0.37 kW.
It includes a finger guard.
DC Load and battery charger regulator:
It regulates how power generated in the aerogenerator is distributed to and from the auxiliary battery and to the load. A display informs
about the state of the charge, operating parameters and fault messages. The functions of the electronic protection are:
Overvoltage disconnection, short circuit protection of load and module, overvoltage protection at module input, over-temperature and
overload protection, and battery overvoltage shutdown.
Auxiliary battery charger:
It carefully assesses the battery and then delivers the optimum charge required.
Battery: Nominal voltage: 12 V. Rated capacity (20 hours rate): 24 A/H.
DC load module:
Metallic box with diagram on the front panel.
2 Lamps of 12 V.
One DC motor: voltage: 24 V, power: 5W.
Rheostat of 500W.
2 Manual switches.
Independent connection for every load with the help of the 4 position load selector:
Position 1: The aerogenerator or regulator operates at open circuit voltage.
Position 2: The DC lamps and the rheostat are directly connected to the aerogenerator or regulator. These loads can be connected
independently or in parallel with the help of manual switches.
Position 3: The DC motor is directly connected to the aerogenerator or regulator.
Position 4: Bypass mode, there are no DC loads.
Sensors/meters:
J type temperature sensor to measure the air temperature inside of the tunnel.
The air speed is measured with an anemometer placed in the tunnel; anemometer range: 0.20-20 m/s.
A sensor measures the rotational speed of the aerogenerator (r.p.m.).
DC voltage and current sensor. It is possible to know, in real time, the value of the DC voltage and the current given by aerogenerator,
measured before and after the regulator.
Electronic console:
Metallic box.
Connector for the temperature sensor. Digital display for the temperature sensor.
Connector for the speed sensor. Digital display for the speed sensor.
Connector for the DC current and voltage sensor. Digital display for the current (DC) and Digital display for the voltage (DC).
Fan regulator for the axial fan. Switch for the axial fan.
Cables and Accessories, for normal operation.
Manuals: This unit is supplied with the following manuals: Required Services, Assembly and Installation, Starting-up, Safety, Maintenance &
Practices Manuals.

Optional (NOT included in the minimum supply): See section Optional in page 5.
- EE-KIT. Kit of Conversion and Consumption Simulation (AC).
- EE-KIT2. Grid Connection Inverter Kit.
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 Optional

EE-KIT. Kit of Conversion and Consumption Simulation (AC):

Single-phase Inverter
Single-phase inverter:
Single-phase.
25 kHz switch mode technology.
Start-up power of 200%.
Short-circuit protection.
High temperature protection.
Overcharge protection.
Operation state indicating LED.
Rear connection/disconnection switch.

AC Loads Module: AC Loads Module

Metallic box.
Diagram in the front panel. AC
Axial compact fan of 230V with plastic guards. lamps
3 Lamps of 220V - 240V., power: 11W.
Independent connection for every load with the help of the 4 Fan
positions selector:
- Inverter operation with no load.
- Fan motor connected.
- One AC lamp connected.
- Two AC lamps connected in parallel.

AC voltage and current sensor. The value of AC power can be

visualized with the software.
4 Positions
selector

EE-KIT2. Grid Connection Inverter Kit:

Inverter used for the conversion and injection to the grid of the power
generated by a simulated source of renewable energy. The simulated
source is a simulator used to obtain a variable power to be injected to
the grid.
The operation mode is displayed by means of an indicating LED at the
front side of the housing.
It is equipped with extensive safety measures to ensure that it is
immediately switched off as soon as the AC plug is removed from the
wall socket or the operation of the public grid fails.
The inverter can be connected to a computer (PC) through a RS232
communication to display some parameters, such as voltage and
current inputs, mains voltage and frequency, maximum AC power,
kWh, etc.

Grid Connection Inverter:

Input (DC):
Nominal power @ 25C: 150 W.
Maximum power @ 25C: 220 W.
MPP voltage: 45-125V DC.
Maximum voltage: 155V DC.
Nominal current: 3A.
Output (AC):
Voltage: 230V (207 - 253 V).
Maximum power, fuse: 2.25 A.
Frequency: 50 Hz (49.8 ~ 50.2 Hz).
This unit is supplied with the Grid Simulator (ESR), which simulates a
low power grid to inject the power generated by the inverter.

Grid Simulator (ESR):

ESR is designed to create an isolated low power grid. The unit uses a
battery as voltage source and generates a sine signal of 220V/50Hz.
The main features of the ESR are:
Inlet voltage source: battery of 12Vdc.
Output: 220V/50Hz.
Isolation transformer.
Battery charger included.
Protection fuses.
The user can work with this module safely. The devices included in the
EE-KIT2 can be used worldwide.

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 EXERCISES AND PRACTICAL POSSIBILITIES
1.- Identification and familiarization with all components of the unit 12.- Study of the characteristic curve of the rotor.
and how they are associated with its operation. 13.- Study of the connection of loads to direct voltage.
2.- Familiarization with the regulator parameters and the wind Additional practical possibilities:
energy measurements.
14.- Study of the power coefficient.
3.- Study of the conversion of kinetic wind energy into electrical
15.- Study of the aerogenerator operation in function of the blade
energy.
configuration (aerogenerator with 6, 3 or 2 blades).
4.- Study of the power generated by the aerogenerator depending
16.- Study of the optimum number of blades.
on the wind speed.
17.- Study of the aerogenerator operation in function of the angle of
5.- Determination of the typical parameters of the aerogenerator
the blades.
(short circuit current, open-circuit voltage, maximum power).
18.- Study of the efficiency of a wind power unit.
6.- Determination of the I-V curve.
19.- Determination of the efficiency of a wind power unit in function of
7.- Study of voltage, current and power in function of different loads.
the number of blades, angle of the blades and angle of the
8.- Study of the influence of the load variation on the aerogenerator. generator.
9.- Determination of the maximum power output of the Practices to be done with the OPTIONAL KIT EE-KIT:
aerogenerator.
20.- Study of the connection of loads to alternating voltage of 220V.
10.- Determination of the P-air speed curve.
Practices to be done with the OPTIONAL KIT EE-KIT2:
11.- Study of the power generated by the aerogenerator depending
21.- Study of the inverter connected to the grid simulator.
on the incident angle of the air.

REQUIRED SERVICES DIMENSIONS & WEIGHTS

- Electrical supply: single phase, 220V/50Hz or 110/60Hz. EEE.
Unit: -Dimensions: 2300 x 630 x 1080 mm. approx.
(90.55 x 24.80 x 42.52 inches approx.)
-Weight: 120 Kg. approx.
(264.55 pounds approx.)
Electronic console: -Dimensions:490 x 330 x 310 mm. approx.
(19.29 x 12.99 x 12.20 inches approx.)
-Weight: 15 Kg. approx.
(33 pounds approx.)

OPTIONAL
- EE-KIT. Kit of Conversion and Consumption Simulation (AC):
Single-phase inverter.
AC Loads Module:
3 Lamps, 1 axial compact fan with plastic guards and 4 positions selector.
AC voltage and current sensor.
- EE-KIT2. Grid Connection Inverter Kit:
Grid Connection Inverter.
Grid Simulator (ESR).

AVAILABLE VERSIONS
Offered in this catalogue:
-EEE. Wind Energy Unit.
Offered in other catalogues:
-EEEC. Computer Controlled Wind Energy Unit.
-MINI-EEEC. Computer Controlled Wind Energy Basic Unit.
-MINI-EEE. Wind Energy Basic Unit.

*Specifications subject to change without previous notice, due to the convenience of improvements of the product.
REPRESENTATIVE:

C/ Del Agua, 14. Polgono Industrial San Jos de Valderas.

28918 LEGANS. (Madrid). SPAIN.
Phone: 34-91-6199363 FAX: 34-91-6198647
E-mail: [email protected] WEB site: www.edibon.com

Issue: ED01/15
Date: March/2015

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