AE7201 - Wind Power Engineering - Kingston University London

Assignment: Tailored proposal for a wind farm

Learning Outcome:

Learning Outcome 1) select and use specific design and analytical techniques to make an optimum choice of wind turbine for use in a wind farm or where a small amount of local power generation is required

Learning Outcome 2) undertake individual wind power studies and projects and to contribute to many different aspects of major wind energy undertakings, from preliminary planning through to operation, maintenance and eventual decommissioning

Learning Outcome 3) Appreciate the impact of social, economic and environmental practices and energy policies on corporate social responsibility and business management.

Learning Outcome 4) formulate strategies for successful research within a variety of settings by selecting & utilising appropriate research methods

Learning Outcome 5) demonstrate an understanding of entrepreneurial engagement with entrepreneurial community and international business environment and assess their context (international, local or organisational) for the support and constraints it provides for entrepreneurial activities, and reflect on the implications.

Assignment Brief:

Design a wind farm on a site of your choice using Wind-Pro, e.g. near where you come from, and prepare a report setting out your design and seeking funding from equity investors.

Your proposal will need to convince your potential investors that:

1. Your wind farm area has an adequate wind regime and that you propose to site individual wind turbines favourably.

2. You will comply with local planning requirements regarding noise, visual amenity and other environmental impacts, which should be clearly stated.

3. The engineering performance of the wind turbines you propose to purchase, which should be clearly specified, and their reliability are adequate from the mechanical, electrical, civil, aerodynamic, and materials points of view.

4. Your proposed project management team is adequate and will be able to complete the construction in the time you have allowed, which should be clearly set out, bearing in mind any site access problems, including any improvements they will need to make.

5. Your project is fully costed, including any subsidies that are available, and will be profitable to your investors from the start, allowing for the repayment of any long-term loans.

You can expect your investors to submit your proposal to expert consultants in each of the five areas indicated for independent approval, so professional standards are expected on each of the topics listed.

Attachment:- Tailored proposal for a wind farm.rar