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China has unveiled a wind turbine it claims is unbreakable, but the device has suffered unexpected failures
Recently, China surprised the world by presenting a revolutionary offshore wind turbine, considered the most powerful in the world, equipped with engineering advanced and state-of-the-art materials.
Promising to transform the renewable energy sector, the equipment is designed to withstand extreme conditions and operate continuously for decades.
However, even with all the promises of durability, the turbine faced unexpected failures.
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This is the offshore wind turbine MySE18.X-20MW, manufactured by the Chinese giant Mingyang and considered to have the largest single capacity in the world.
The equipment suffered breaks in its giant blades.
The incident occurred in early December, just a few months after the prototype was installed in Hainan, in China, on August 28.
A high-capacity prototype
Designed to operate at medium to high wind speeds, the MySE18.X-20MW was praised for its resistance to typhoons and winds of up to 79,8 m/s.
With a rotor diameter between 260 and 292 meters, the turbine has flexible power of up to 20 MW.
Under ideal conditions, it can generate 80 million kWh annually, enough to offset 66 tons of CO₂ emissions — equivalent to the annual energy consumption of 96 people.
However, initial performance was compromised by blade breakage while the turbine was still in operation.
Reports indicate that pieces of the blades fell off, but the cause of the incident is unclear. Manufacturer Mingyang did not immediately comment on the incident.
Resistance history
Despite the recent problem, the turbine had successfully withstood Super Typhoon Yagi, which passed through Asia in September.
During the event, a nearby wind farm in Hainan was devastated, but the prototype MySE18.X-20MW remained functional, demonstrating its robustness in the face of extreme weather conditions.
Mingyang Innovation and Expansion
Mingyang previously announced the MySE 22MW, an even more powerful turbine, at the China Wind Power exhibition in Beijing.
This model will have a rotor measuring over 310 meters in diameter and blades made of carbon fiber, allowing the production of 80 GWh of energy annually.
Mingyang's strategy is focused on developing larger turbines that reduce operating costs for wind power developers by reducing the need for multiple installations to achieve high capacities.
Importance of wind turbines in the energy transition
Wind turbines play a key role in generating clean energy, especially at a time when the transition to renewable sources is becoming urgent.
Mingyang has established itself as an industry leader by offering innovative and tailored solutions for a variety of wind conditions, including typhoon-prone areas.
With robust investments in research and development, the company continues to leverage its expertise to produce high-performance equipment, strengthening the global renewable energy infrastructure.
Although the blade incident has raised concerns, the MySE18.X-20MW prototype represents a significant advancement in the wind energy sector.
The pursuit of design improvements and adjustments should ensure that the technology continues to evolve, consolidating Mingyang’s position in the offshore turbine market.
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