The process of designing a wind turbine is complex and multidisciplinary. It includes:

• Aerodynamic Engineering.
• Mechanic and Structural Engineering.
• Control and Power Electronics.
• Civil and Construction Engineering.
• Climatic and Atmospheric Studies.

Basic design decisions are based on the main operating parameters (energy and wind characteristics – turbulence and intensity).

Based on these parameters, the blade profile, maximum load, turbine parameters, main mechanical characteristics and monitoring strategy are determined.

The basic blade geometry is optimized by means of numerical simulation of fluids and finite element analysis.

As a result, the basic design is converted into a functional machine through a thorough mechanical, structural and manufacturing engineering process.

In order to achieve all this, IMPSA Wind combines the most advanced CAD-CAM technology (Solid Edge, NASTRAN, CFX, task flow software, etc.) with more than 50 years of experience in the design of highly complex equipment.

The static and dynamic structural analysis of the equipment requires the resolution of an equation with 2,500,000 variables.

Through one of the group’s companies, ICSA, IMPSA Wind has the know-how to manufacture high voltage frequency converters. The control design requires a high level of integration among the electronic, mechanical and structural systems. It is necessary to have a thorough knowledge of the limitations of each component, so as to operate the equipment safely and efficiently.

ISO 9001:2000 for:

• Conception, Design and Production of Equipments for High Power Wind Generation
• Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Assembly, Commissioning, Operation and Maintenance of Wind Farms