Telvent will provide lightning safety technology for Gamesa wind power plants in the U.S.
Telvent 's MxVision WeatherSentry Online Wind Energy Edition warns operators at Gamesa's wind-power plants when lightning strikes are detected within a predefined radius, providing sufficient time for personnel to evacuate before lightning is in their immediate area.
The height and locations of wind turbines make them especially prone to lightning strikes, threatening not only crew safety but also operational efficiency, which can negatively impact the smart grid.
