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Wind Energy: Fundamentals, Resource Analysis and Economics

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In this article, the authors discuss the performance of wind energy conversion systems and the economic and environmental impact of wind power conversion systems in terms of energy efficiency and renewable energy sources, as well as wind energy and environment.
Abstract
Basics of wind energy conversion.- Analysis of wind regimes.- Wind energy conversion systems.- Performance of wind energy conversion systems.- Wind energy and environment.- Economics of wind energy.

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