PRACTICAL No.

6 : Use vane anemometer for measurement of different locations for site

selection of Wind Mill

I Practical Significance: Wind is used to produce electricity by converting the kinetic energy of
air in motion into electricity. In modern wind turbines, wind rotates the rotor blades, which
convert kinetic energy into rotational energy. This rotational energy is transferred by a shaft
which is coupled to the generator, thereby producing electrical energy.
A Vane Anemometer is a type of wind meter that measures wind velocity and volumetric flow.
Generally, they are small handheld devices comprising a small fan and a digital screen. The fan
can either be built into the device or supplied as a separate sensor plug-in.

II Relevant Programme Outcomes (POs)

PO 1. Basic knowledge: Apply knowledge of basic mathematics, sciences and basic engineering
to solve the broad-based Mechanical engineering problems.
PO 2. Discipline knowledge: Apply Mechanical engineering knowledge to solve broad-based
mechanical engineering related problems.
PO 3. Experiments and practice: Plan to perform experiments and practices to use the results to
solve broad-based Mechanical engineering problems.
PO 4. Engineering tools: Apply relevant Mechanical technologies and tools with an
understanding of the limitations.
PO 8. Individual and team work: Function effectively as a leader and team member in diverse/
multidisciplinary teams.

III Competency and Skills

The aim of this course is to help the student to attain the following industry identified
competency through various teaching learning experiences:
• Maintain the mechanical components of renewable energy systems.

IV Relevant Course Outcome

c) Maintain mechanical components of wind turbines.

V Practical Outcome
Measure heat output, Maximum power, power output efficiency of solar PV panel

VI Relative Affective Domain

• Follow safety Practices
• Practice good housekeeping
• Maintain tools and equipments
• Follow ethical practices

VII Minimum Theoretical Background

1) Identify renewable energy sources
2) Understand the photovoltaic effect
3) Understand the use of solar PV system
4) Measure voltage and current using appropriate devices

VII Experimental Set up

Diagram Showing Wind Turbine

Sensor Plug –in type Built in type

Vane Anemometer

IX Resources Required

Vane anemometer

X Precautions to be followed

1) Avoid improper handling of Vane anemometer

2) Use clean work bench to observe the Vane anemometer

XI Stepwise procedure:

1. Observe the Vane anemometer

2. Select the proper knob to measure wind velocity.
3. Hold the anemometer properly to measure wind speed
7. Repeat above procedure at different locations .

XII Results

XIII Interpretation of Result:

XIV Practical Related Questions

1) State the purpose of vane anemometer
2) State the specification of vane anemometer
3) Note various readings of wind velocity with the help of vane anemometer
3) Prepare a table showing various values of wind velocities.
4) Classify wind mills
5) State functions of various components of wind mill