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Net energy analysis of small wind energy conversion systems

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  • Haack, Barry N.

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The net energy of a small wind electric conversion system is calculated and compared with the net energy of other electricity sources. Net energy is the amount of energy remaining for consumer use after deducting the energy required to find and upgrade the energy source and construct and maintain the electricity generating system. A 3 kW rated wind electric system for residential use is examined. The amount of energy obtained from this system is estimated by using a computer-operated simulation model which incorporates wind speeds, residential electricity demands and parameters from the generator, inverter and storage components. The net energy gain for this wind system is better than that of other systems with which it is compared.

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  • Haack, Barry N., 1981. "Net energy analysis of small wind energy conversion systems," Applied Energy, Elsevier, vol. 9(3), pages 193-200, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:appene:v:9:y:1981:i:3:p:193-200
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    7. Lenzen, Manfred & Munksgaard, Jesper, 2002. "Energy and CO2 life-cycle analyses of wind turbines—review and applications," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 26(3), pages 339-362.

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