Kees van der LeunDec 23, 2022
The full blade set for the Vestas 15 MW prototype offshore wind turbine has arrived to Østerild National Test Centre in Denmark where they will be installed.
[This one blade is longer than Utrecht's Dom tower, my own point of reference ;)]
https://www.offshorewind.biz/2022/12/22/vestas-v236-15-0-mw-blades-reach-final-destination-photos/
Vestas V236-15.0 MW™ Blades Reach Final Destination – Photos

The full blade set for the Vestas V236-15.0 MW™ prototype offshore wind turbine has arrived to Østerild National Test Centre in Denmark where they will be installed. The blade set arrived at the port of Hanstholm on Sunday, 18 December, and was then transported to Østerild National Test Centre. The 115.5-metre blades for the prototype […]

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Show threadJonathan WrightDec 23, 2022

@Sustainable2050

Why is it that these blades are so huge? Bigger = more power generated?

Surely we should be aiming at smaller, more efficient turbines. These use fewer resources in their making, transportation and construction. They also look less unsightly on the landscape, and thus improve the chance of passing planning permission.

Show threadKees van der Leun
@Jon6705 Bigger, more efficient, and more cost-efficient. Designs above 15 MW, already on the table.
Dec 23, 2022 at 1:20pmWeb