Table 1 Input parameter values for each scenario analyzed.
From: Carbon footprint and energy payback time of a micro wind turbine for urban decarbonization planning
Parameter | Scenario(s) | Value per turbine | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
Volume of concrete base | All | 3.3 m3 | |
Mass of fiberglass composite | All | 28 kg | |
Mass of permanent magnet | All | 20 kg | Retail options |
Distance from the manufacturer to the installation site | Austin | 2000 km | Regional online sellers |
Minneapolis | 2600 km | ||
Turbine lifetime | Baseline lifetime | 20 years | |
Extended lifetime | 30 years | ||
Wiring length | Minimum hub height | 150 m | |
Maximum hub height | 300 m | ||
Mass of galvanized steel for the tower | Minimum hub height | 249.2 kg | |
Maximum hub height | 747.6 kg |
