A Modular Superconducting Generator for Offshore Wind Turbines

KEYSAN, OZAN; Olczak, Dariusz; Mueller, Markus

doi:10.1007/s10948-012-1950-1

A Modular Superconducting Generator for Offshore Wind Turbines

KEYSAN O., Olczak D., Mueller M. A.

JOURNAL OF SUPERCONDUCTIVITY AND NOVEL MAGNETISM, vol.26, no.5, pp.2103-2108, 2013 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)

Publication Type: Article / Article
Volume: 26 Issue: 5
Publication Date: 2013
Doi Number: 10.1007/s10948-012-1950-1
Journal Name: JOURNAL OF SUPERCONDUCTIVITY AND NOVEL MAGNETISM
Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
Page Numbers: pp.2103-2108
Keywords: Superconducting generator, Wind energy, Direct-drive, Transverse flux, Claw-pole, Offshore wind turbines
Open Archive Collection: AVESIS Open Access Collection
Middle East Technical University Affiliated: No

Abstract

In this study, a new claw-pole type transverse flux superconducting generator topology is presented. The machine has a stationary superconducting field winding, which eliminates electrical brushes and cryocouplers. The machine is specifically designed for low-speed high torque applications such as large offshore wind turbines. The proposed machine is robust and has a modular structure.