Practice Yaw And Pitch Systems (1.7.2.6) - Wind Energy - Renewable Energy Engineering
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Yaw and Pitch Systems

Practice - Yaw and Pitch Systems

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

Describe the function of the yaw system.

💡 Hint: Think about how a sailor adjusts their sails.

Question 2 Easy

What does the pitch system do?

💡 Hint: Consider the position of airplane wings.

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Question 1

What is the primary role of the yaw system in a wind turbine?

A) To change the angle of the blades
B) To align the turbine with the wind
C) To limit power output

💡 Hint: Remember it helps the turbine face the wind!

Question 2

True or False: The pitch system can only be adjusted manually.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how we use automation in technology.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Describe how you would engineer a wind turbine system that incorporates both Yaw and Pitch controls. What factors must be considered to ensure efficiency?

💡 Hint: Think about the components of a feedback system.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a turbine monitoring protocol that would allow for the detection of failures in yaw or pitch systems. What indicators would you track?

💡 Hint: Consider what routine checks are performed on flights.

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