In most instances, solar is utilized as a power generation medium for off grid applications. At Primus Wind Power, we are advocates for wind to be used in conjunction with solar for system redundancy, more uniform power generation, and reduced depth of discharge. AIR is a suitable complement for nearly any off-grid power system where solar is being used.
Starting with the basics, a wind turbine converts kinetic energy in the wind to electrical power. Considering the equation below, the more dense the wind, the higher the wind speed, and the larger the rotor area, the more power that is captured.