“The control system will understand where the wind is blowing and it will speed the rotor up or slow it down accordingly ... it can go up to 170 revolutions per minute”

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implemented a control system that monitors wind direction and automatically speeds up or slows down the rotor (up to 170 rpm) to optimise fuel savings

up to 170 revolutions per minute; optimal side-wind angle up to 30°

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