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AVERAGE CAPACITY FACTOR [1 record]

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Record 1 2007-01-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Scientific Measurements and Analyses
  • Electric Rotary Machines - Types
  • Wind Energy
DEF

The theoretical maximum output of a turbine.

OBS

While a turbine may run approximately 3/4 of the time, its average capacity factor in the UK is approximately 35%, while Shetland is approximately 50%.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Mesures et analyse (Sciences)
  • Machines tournantes électriques - types
  • Énergie éolienne
DEF

Puissance maximale théorique d'une éolienne.

OBS

Bien qu'une éolienne puisse fonctionner les trois-quarts du temps, son facteur de capacité moyenne variera selon le site où elle est installée et selon les conditions climatiques qui y prévalent.

Spanish

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