Abstract: A three-dimensional wind vector field measurement system employs convergent beams for localised velocity measurement enabling mapping of the wind field across an extended spatial region. This enables characterisation of complex field signatures. This enables advanced control and protective systems for wind turbines. This also enables improved wind harvesting. This also enables improved prospecting. This also enables improved equipment selection. Buoy mounted systems enable measurement in an offshore environment.
Abstract: A method of three-dimensional Doppler velocimetry applicable to turbines such as wind turbines achieves improved velocimetry by use of various possible convergent beam geometries and employing beam sources mounted on the turbine such as on a wind turbine nacelle, rotor hub or rotor blades.
Abstract: A crane device comprising: a crane body; and a fluid velocity measurement device comprising a plurality of beam sources arranged such that beams from the beam sources intersect at a measurement point, wherein the measurement device is adapted to measure the velocity of a fluid field approaching the crane body.
Abstract: A method of three-dimensional Doppler velocimetry applicable to turbines such as wind turbines achieves improved velocimetry by use of various possible convergent beam geometries and employing beam sources mounted on the turbine such as on a wind turbine nacelle, rotor hub or rotor blades.