In addition to this project, WindLogics looks forward to using the Tritons to develop rich on-site data sets for additional R&D into improved wind resource assessment and forecasting services.
Commercially released in 2007, the Triton has heretofore been used mostly in wind resource assessment studies, usually in conjunction with meteorological tower measurements. “WindLogics is a well-respected meteorological firm, and we’re excited to see them finding new uses for the Triton,” said Second Wind chief operating officer, Larry Letteney.
WindLogics is known worldwide for providing independent wind resource assessment services throughout all phases of a project, from studies through finance and eventually operation. “Remote data collection is playing a growing role in our work,” says Mark Ahlstrom, WindLogics chief executive officer. “This year, WindLogics will be deploying two Tritons at an operating wind farm. We’re working with the University of Minnesota to use the SCADA and SoDAR data to develop a high resolution model predicting wake effects and enabling improved wind farm design. The Tritons will provide reliable and continuous wind profiles under these complex conditions.”
We’re look forward to using the Tritons for this project. The units are affordable, portable and rugged, and we also appreciate the SkyServe satellite data service,” says Ahlstrom.
“We see a growing list of applications for the Triton in all stages of wind farm development and operation,” says Second Wind’s Letteney. “We’re excited to see WindLogics, a clear leader in the field, adopting the Triton and adding it to their studies.”
