Digital Twin Technology in Condition Monitoring of Wind Turbines

This book discusses the application of Digital Twin (DT) in condition monitoring of offshore and onshore wind turbines, including a pertinent framework to explain critical component Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis. Frequently used tools and enabling technologies for DT are briefly discussed while the associated benefits and challenges are analyzed. It identifies the key issues which need to be addressed in the wind energy industry to optimally benefit from DT.

Features

- Exclusive title on application of Digital twin in wind turbine condition monitoring.          

- Develops digital twin framework for condition monitoring of wind turbine.                          

- Discusses industrial applications by wind turbine manufacturers and operators as case studies.

- Explores the interface between the digital twin technology and condition monitoring.           

- Extensively profiles recommendations for future research.                                                                                                             

This book is aimed at researchers and professionals in mechanical engineering, plant maintenance, and condition monitoring.