Jan 23, 2023 · Wind turbine failures are on the uptick, from Oklahoma to Sweden and Colorado to Germany, with all three of the major manufacturers admitting that the race to create bigger …

Oct 13, 2020 · As wind turbines increase in size and capacity, gearbox failures are expected to continue being a problem for wind power plant operators unless bearing axial cracking can be …

Jul 20, 2024 · The massive offshore wind turbine blade that broke near Nantucket was one of several recent failures of blades made by GE Vernova – a top US wind turbine manufacturer.

May 13, 2024 · Understanding common failure causes in wind turbines is essential for optimising performance and reducing maintenance costs. This article explores seven key failure types, …

14 hours ago · Capstone Infrastructure Corporation which runs the Erie Shores Wind Farm told CTV news the blade failure occurred shortly after 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 15. “Capstone …

Feb 9, 2023 · Unexpected and increasing wind turbine failure rates, largely in newer and bigger models, are savaging the profits of some of the world’s biggest manufacturers, as Siemens …

Mar 6, 2025 · While over 36% of wind turbines experience fewer than three failures, the majority of them can experience between five and nine failures during their operational life. This …

Jan 30, 2023 · In early January, a wind turbine collapsed in the Netherlands, with the upper section of the turbine making a crater in the road surface. The incident took place amid strong …

Sep 27, 2021 · This article presents a standardized analysis of failures in wind turbines concerning the main technologies classified in the literature, as well as identifies critical …

Oct 16, 2024 · Wind turbine failures pose significant challenges to the growth and sustainability of the wind energy sector. It can improve turbines’ reliability and performance in two main ways. …