Wind Turbine With Slender Blade

Patent No. EP3617496 (titled "Wind Turbine With Slender Blade") was filed by Wobben Properties on Apr 2, 2007. The application was issued on Oct 23, 2024.

Patent Summary

Wind turbine rotor with reduced lift variation, achieved by optimizing airfoil geometry to minimize the ratio of lift variation to average lift, particularly in the outer rotor regions. This design enables lower loads, reduced material requirements, and improved performance under varying wind conditions, while also enhancing reliability and efficiency.

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CompanyOpposition DateRepresentative
GE WIND ENERGYJul 23, 2025ZIMMERMANN & PARTNER PATENTANWALTE MBB
NORDEX ENERGYJul 23, 2025HAUCK

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EP3617496

WOBBEN PROPERTIES
Application Number
EP19188863A
Filing Date
Apr 2, 2007
Status
Granted And Under Opposition
Sep 19, 2024
Publication Date
Oct 23, 2024