Chapter 7 LO1 HAWT and VAWT Flashcards
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Q
Differences between a HAWT and VAWT
A
Wind direction - HAWT requires consistent wind direction
VAWT requires any direction
Wind Speed - HAWT requires high speeds
VAWT requires low speeds
RPM - HAWT requires high RPM
VAWT requires low RPM
Vibration - HAWT has high vibration
VAWT has low vibration
Noise Level - HAWT has a high noise level
VAWT has a low noise level
Rotor Axis - HAWT is horizontal plane
VAWT is vertical plane
