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Project Code [RDD00959]
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Project title
Grid integration impacts of type 5 (hydrostatic transmission-based) wind turbines for the Irish power system
Primary Funding Agency
Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
Lead Organisation
University College Dublin
Lead Applicant
Not listed
Project Abstract
The feasibility of different turbines are investigated as a robust and economic solution towards achieving Ireland's ambition of 100% renewable energy. Type 5 turbines replace the converter and gearbox of Type 3 and 4 wind turbines with a mechanical "hydraulic fluid" transmission, which connects the aerodynamic rotor to a directly grid-connected synchronous turbine.
Grant Approved
�248,693.00
Research Hub
Climate Change
Research Theme
3. Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/12/2025