SMRTR Science & EngineeringOct 15, 2024Interesting Engineering

26MW: China builds typhoon-proof monster wind turbine to power 55,000 homes yearly

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China's Dongfang Electric Corporation has unveiled the world's largest offshore wind turbine, boasting a 26 MW capacity. The massive turbine features a 310-meter blade diameter, can withstand typhoons, and at 10 m/s wind speeds can generate 100 GWh annually - enough to power 55,000 homes while reducing CO2 emissions by 80,000 tons.

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