Segmented Ultralight Morphing Rotor (IMAGE)

DOE/Sandia National Laboratories

Segmented Ultralight Morphing Rotor

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Sandia's 100-meter blade is the basis for the Segmented Ultralight Morphing Rotor (SUMR), a new low-cost offshore 50-MW wind turbine. At dangerous wind speeds, the blades are stowed and aligned with the wind direction, reducing the risk of damage. At lower wind speeds, the blades spread out more to maximize energy production.

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Illustration courtesy of TrevorJohnston.com/Popular Science

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