Interview

Interview: Edo Kuipers, We4Ce, on the latest developments in XXL Rotor Blades

Interview: Edo Kuipers, We4Ce, on the latest developments in XXL Rotor Blades

Longevity, cost-efficiency, operational concerns and future technological advancements: buzz words that come up a lot in regards to XXL rotor blade development. Edo Kuipers, Co-Owner and Engineering Manager at We4Ce, will tackle this topic at this year´s Advances in Rotor Blades for Wind Turbines 2024 conference and will talk about the challenges the XXL Rotor Blades industry is facing.

In his interview, he gave us first insights into cutting-edge design techniques, key challenges associated with installation and transportation of XXL rotor blades and what conference attendees should be prepared for. Read the interview for free below:

Interview: Alexander Krimmer, TPI Composites, on Fatigue

Interview: Alexander Krimmer, TPI Composites, on Fatigue

Alexander Krimmer, Senior Materials Engineer at TPI Composites will be chairing this year´s Advances in Rotor Blades for Wind Turbines 2024 conference, taking place in Bremen, Germany on the 26th of February. Not only that, but he also holds a presentation on Advancements in Fatigue Design and a Panel Discussion on Industry challenges for XXL Rotor Blades in 2024.

Learn about:

  • TPI Composites' pioneering fatigue measurement approach
  • The ongoing efforts of TPI Composites in obtaining validation for their fatigue design
  • How to predict component lifespan under varying operating conditions