Abstract
Kitepower, a pioneering force in renewable energy, is rewriting the rules of clean energy generation with its airborne wind energy technology. This abstract provides a concise overview of Kitepower’s progress at the RWE Test Site in Ireland, with a specific focus on their commitment to extending kite flight times and preparing to scale up to MW-class systems. Kitepower’s innovative approach, employing kites, offers a trifecta of benefits: cost-effectiveness, adaptability, and eco-friendliness in wind energy generation. The RWE Test Site, renowned for its good wind conditions, serves as an ideal proving ground for Kitepower’s technology and prepares its ventures into the MW-class domain. This abstract explores Kitepower’s relentless pursuit of longer flight durations, delving into advancements in kite design, control algorithms, and energy conversion. It also addresses the challenges encountered when adapting the technology to varying wind patterns and harsh weather conditions, offering insights into the innovative solutions that have emerged. Furthermore, we highlight the environmental and societal advantages of Kitepower’s airborne wind energy systems, underlining their potential to deliver clean energy in challenging areas while minimizing ecological impact. Join us at the AWEC in 2024 for an insightful discussion on how Kitepower’s dual mission– to extend flight times and validating the feasibility with a 1/30 model of a MW-class system.
Sweder Reuchlin
Business Development & Sales Manager
Searching for sustainable energy solutions, for different environments, all over the planet to reduce the world’s carbon footprint.