Onshore and Offshore Wind Energy An Introduction

A concise yet technically authoritative overview of modern wind energy, introducing large-scale onshore and offshore systems with emphasis on practical implementation and the current international status This book uses academic content and rigor to introduce all relevant topics, from global wind resource and historical background, through to modern electricity generation and distribution, including the topical subject area of offshore systems. Up-to-date information about the current penetration of wind energy worldwide Motivational text with a scientific basis covering electrical and control aspects that other less detailed introductions to the topic leave out Provides a working level of expertise for the numerous non-specialists entering this booming industry Full colour photographs throughout, together with informative technical diagrams

Paul A. Lynn, formerly Imperial College London, UK