Wind Energy.

Ing. Camilo Gabriel Chan Ceh.

Physical and chemical features of the power source.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES.

Is lighter than water. 1 L = 1.29 g in normal conditions. Has indefinite volume. not exist in vacuum It is colorless, odorless and tasteless. Variable density with temperatura.

It flows from a high to low concentration without energy expenditure.

Decreases in volume when pressed by a force, but when it reaches a limit, the air tends to expand

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES.

Reacts with temperature, condenses into ice at low temperatures and produce air currents.
It is a mixture of basic elements for life. (N2, O2, CO2, H2)

The earth's wind systems are due to the movement of atmospheric air masses as a result of variations in atmospheric pressures, which in turn are the result of differences in the solar heating of different parts of the earth's surface, the roundness of the earth and its angle of inclination. Only 2% of the solar energy is converted into wind energy.

Atmospheric pressure is the result from the weight of the column of air that is above a specific surface area.

In the atmosphere, warm air is lighter and less dense than cold air and will rise to high altitudes when strongly heated by solar radiation. Air moves from areas of higher pressure to areas of lower pressure. In the global air circulation also involved: The rotational movement of the earth, resulting in coriolis forces. The composition of the oceans and continents (specific heat). The translational motion of the earth (stations). The topography of the continents (which build barriers that modify the wind behavior)

Atmospheric disturbances.

Top producers in the world.

The World Wind Energy Report 2012 presents the following results: 100 countries and regions use wind energy to generate electricity, Iceland has become the 100th country that uses wind energy. China and the U.S. both installed about 13 gigawatts of new wind turbines. Mexico is within the top 10 countries with the highest growth rate.

How to get energy from wind?

When the wind blows, it pushes against the blades of the wind turbine, causing the rotation. These propel a generator to produce electricity.

Velocidad del viento, potencia y rea

Parts of a turbine

Most wind turbines or aerogenerators have the same basic parts: blade, shaft, gear, generator and a conductive wire. These parts work together to convert wind energy into electricity.

Diagrama bsico de un aerogenerador

Enviromental Impacts
Reducing Noise. Disturbance Visual Changes

emissions of greenhouse gases. to wildlife (birds).

Effects in access to natural places

Socioeconomic Impacts

Electromagnetic Interference on radio and televisionEquitable distribution of electricity.

Cost less than a power line extension.

Payment to owners for rental or purchase of land Creation of new jobs

ADVENTAGES AND DISADVENTAGE

Advantage Renewable energy No atmospheric emissions or polluting waste. Living with other land uses Disadvantages

Lack of security in the existence of wind. Produce visual impact Noise produced by the rotation of the rotor.

Large and expensive machines.

Quick installation Generates jobs. Reduces dependence on foreign energy

Human presence in places less traveled Previous studies on bird migration patterns

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