Scaling Challenges for Conical Plain Bearings as Wind Turbine Main Bearings
Wind energy is an important renewable energy source. Rotor main bearings are critical components of wind turbines since a faulty main bearing leads to downtime and high repair costs. Operational expenditures amount to 32% of wind energy costs. The use of plain bearings as main bearings can potential...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-10-01
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| Series: | Wind |
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| Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2674-032X/3/4/27 |