Burlington Public Library

"Fully revised and updated, this third edition addresses key developments in the wind technology since the second edition was published in 2011. Completely new sections on model predictive control; use of estimators for fault detection and fatigue monitoring; active power control; and wind farm control. After a brief introduction, the authors discuss the wind resource. Particular reference is made to wind turbulence due to its importance in wind turbine...

"A strong gust of wind sweeps Doctor Grundy's best undies-- brand-new and decorated with tiger stripes and tiger eyes--off the clothesline. The unusual undergarment goes flapping out to sea and across many different lands. Who will get to keep them? A cracked crew of pirates? A silly Scottish bagpiper? The adventure is XXL, just like the fabulous undies!" --back cover

Examines renewable energy options for grid-tied homeowners, including solar- and wind-generated electricity, solar water heating, passive solar, and geothermal heating / cooling. System configurations and equipment, average costs, financial incentives, and installation considerations are also covered--Provided by publisher.

Describes how modern technology harnesses the power of wind and the sun to convert into electricity, helping to create alternative sources of energy, and lists the advantages and disadvantages to both methods.

Identifies renewable and nonrenewable sources of energy, focusing on wind power, explaining what it is, how it works, and its role in meeting the energy needs of the future.

Provides instructions for making or using windmills, pinwheels, kites, and other devices that need air to set them in motion.

"A hands-on guide to building solar-powered log homes, complete with how-to illustrations and photos, plus profiles of log home owners from across the United States. Topics includes log home construction, solar and wind energy, home heating options, pumping water, costs to consider, and Web resources"--Provided by publisher.