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Wind technology development: large and small turbines

Thresher et al., 1994

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12432573817054352480
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Thresher R
Hock S
Loose R
Goldman P
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Wind technology has developed rapidly over the last decade with the design and development of advanced systems with improved performance, higher reliability, and lower costs. During the past several years, substantial gains have been made in wind turbine …
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