How the wind turbine works

Air moving across the wings creates lift and turns the rotor. A direct-drive permanent-magnet generator converts that rotation into electricity without a gearbox.

Direct-drive generation

The rotor drives the permanent-magnet generator directly. The generator sits near the base and forms part of the wind turbine foundation.

Materials and foundation

Aluminium wings, a glued laminated timber tower and a steel foundation on soil screws support repair, removal and material recovery.