Vestas Wind Systems had three patents in cybersecurity during Q2 2024. The patent describes a wind turbine system with a medium voltage converter enclosed in a housing near the turbine tower. The housing has an access door with a controllable locking mechanism that is unlocked by an access control system after a safety access algorithm is executed. This allows for safe and automated access to the MV equipment for servicing. GlobalData’s report on Vestas Wind Systems gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Vestas Wind Systems had no grants in cybersecurity as a theme in Q2 2024.
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Application: Medium voltage safety procedure and housing (Patent ID: US20240146209A1)
The wind turbine system described in the patent by Vestas Wind Systems AS includes a medium voltage converter system housed in a secure enclosure with an access door controlled by a locking mechanism. The access control system ensures safe access to the MV equipment by executing a safety access algorithm that involves disconnecting electrical connections, physically separating components, discharging capacitors, grounding the system, and unlocking the access door. This innovative system allows for automated and secure servicing of potentially dangerous MV equipment in wind turbines.
Furthermore, the patent outlines various claims related to the wind turbine system, including the arrangement of the housing at a distance from the tower or on the ground, the inclusion of a switchgear compartment, and the use of a modular type medium voltage converter. The method described for gaining access to the MV converter system involves a series of steps to ensure safety, such as disconnecting circuit breakers, discharging capacitors, and activating grounding switches before unlocking the access door. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive system and method for accessing and servicing MV equipment in wind turbines in a safe and efficient manner.
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