Evaluation of wind turbine noise

Authors

  • David C. DeGagne Alberta Energy and Utilities Board, 640 5th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alta., Canada
  • Anita Lewis Alberta Energy and Utilities Board, 640 5th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alta., Canada
  • Chris May Alberta Energy and Utilities Board, 640 5th Avenue S.W., Calgary, Alta., Canada

Keywords:

Acoustic waves, Frequencies, Gears, Graph theory, Turbomachine blades, Wind effects, Wind turbines, Wind turbine noises

Abstract

The wind turbine noise was evaluated. The sound power level from a single wind turbine is usually between 90 and 100 dB(A). The two potential sources of noise are the turbine blades passing through the air as the hub rotates, and the gearbox and generator in the nacelle. The mechanical noise was usually audible within 100 meters of the turbine, but the blade thump can be heard at distances of up to 1.5 km away.

Additional Files

Published

2002-09-01

How to Cite

1.
DeGagne DC, Lewis A, May C. Evaluation of wind turbine noise. Canadian Acoustics [Internet]. 2002 Sep. 1 [cited 2024 Oct. 3];30(3):82-3. Available from: https://jcaa.caa-aca.ca/index.php/jcaa/article/view/1465

Issue

Section

Proceedings of the Acoustics Week in Canada