10032026 BladeRepair_V6

Technical training

Blade Repair Standard / V5 23022026

Explain the function of typical materials used for core material: PVC foam, PET foam and balsa wood

Ask the participants relevant questions about:

a.

the loading on a sandwich panel

b.

the typical materials used for core material

The participants shall:

Share their understanding of:

a.

the loading on a sandwich panel

b.

typical materials used for core material

ELEMENT 14.4 - BLADE ENHANCEMENTS

Learning objective:

103) The participants can describe typical aerodynamic performance and protection systems used in blades (Knowledge, basic level)

The instructor shall:

Describe:

a. typical aerodynamic upgrades that can be applied to a blade surface like vortex generators, trailing edge serrations etc.

b.

the function of the lightning protection system

c.

the function of de-icing equipment

d.

the hazards posed by electrical de-icing systems

e. the function and hazards of stall strips, Gurney flaps, anti-icing systems

f. typical blade protection systems like leading edge tape

Ask the participants relevant questions about typical aerodynamic performance and protection systems used in blades

Global Wind Organisation / www.globalwindsafety.org

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