A case study of risk analysis due to lightning for wind power plants

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2008

Authors

Rodrigues, RB (Author) Other; Mendes, VMF (Author) Other; Catalão, JPS (Author) Other

Journal

Title: Renewable Energy and Power Quality Journal

Vol. 1

Pages: 448-453

Publisher: European Association for the Development of Renewable Energies, Environment and Power Quality

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00R-2DZ

DOI: 10.24084/repqj06.332

Abstract (EN): This paper briefly describes the Portuguese Lightning Location System, and presents an overview of wind energy in Portugal. The method for risk assessment due to lightning flashes to earth, proposed by the International Electrotechnical Commission, IEC, is used. A wind power plant is characterized for a case study, and the standard IEC 62305-2 is applied. Results obtained are able to support the advantage for investors to take into account the lighting activity in the region where the wind power plant shall be installed. Also, the use of a well established risk assessment method allows the adoption of adequate protection measures.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific