Analysis of power regulation mechanisms of horizontal-axis wind turbines and prospects of their improvement
Main types of mechanisms of power regulation of horizontal-axis wind turbines of low power are analyzed. The necessity of further improving of existent regulation mechanisms is motivated for the purpose of increasing of accuracy of power regulation, effectiveness and reliability of wind turbines functioning in wide range of wind speeds. The prospects of creation of combined mechanical systems are considered, where the possibilities of simultaneous blades turning and folding, blades turning (or folding) and wind-wheel deflection out of wind direction are provided.