Wind Energy
GE to Acquire LM Wind Power
October 18, 2016
GE to Acquire LM Wind Power
GE has announced its intent to purchase LM Wind Power, a Denmark-based manufacturer and supplier of rotor blades to the…
Researchers Develop Lightweight Composite Wind Turbine Blades
October 5, 2016
Researchers Develop Lightweight Composite Wind Turbine Blades
Fraunhofer researchers have partnered with industry experts to develop highly durable thermoplastic foams and composites that make the blades lighter…
Siemens & Gamesa Set to Merge Wind Energy Businesses
June 21, 2016
Siemens & Gamesa Set to Merge Wind Energy Businesses
Siemens and Gamesa have signed binding agreements to merge Siemens’ wind power business, including wind services, with Gamesa to create…
Covestro Makes Asia’s First Polyurethane Wind Turbine Blade
June 7, 2016
Covestro Makes Asia’s First Polyurethane Wind Turbine Blade
Covestro has manufactured the first polyurethane rotor blade for wind turbines in Asia. The 37.5 metre-long rotor blade, designed for…
Altair Backs Bladeless Vortex Wind Energy Project
April 19, 2016
Altair Backs Bladeless Vortex Wind Energy Project
Altair has announced its support for the Vortex Bladeless project by providing free engineering services and training.
New Product Looks to Make Wind Turbines Recyclable
February 17, 2016
New Product Looks to Make Wind Turbines Recyclable
Researchers at the DreamWind project are looking to develop a chemical substance that will separate composite materials from each other,…