Wind Turbine Design Guideline DG03: Yaw and Pitch Bearings
Authors and Institutions:
- Matthias Stammler, Oliver Menck, Yi Guo, and Jon Keller
- Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems, Technical University of Denmark, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
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Acknowledgments:
- The authors acknowledge significant contributions from various stakeholders, including representatives from companies such as Enercon, Vestas, Schaeffler, thyssenkrupp rothe erde, and others.
- Key contributors include researchers and engineers from institutions like the Technical University of Denmark, Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems, and the University of the Basque Country.
Summary:
This technical report provides detailed guidelines on the design of yaw and pitch bearings for wind turbines. The report is a collaborative effort involving experts from multiple institutions and industries, aiming to enhance the reliability and performance of wind turbine components. The authors and their team have benefited from extensive input and feedback from industry professionals, ensuring the guidelines are comprehensive and practical.
