Equipment characteristics and technological innovation
As a key equipment for modern environmental monitoring, the aluminum alloy anemometer is made of aviation-grade 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, and achieves a perfect balance between structural strength and lightness through precision processing technology. Its core consists of a three-cup/ultrasonic sensor unit, a signal processing module and a protection system, and has the following outstanding features:
Adaptability to extreme environments
-60℃~+80℃ wide temperature range operation (optional self-heating deicing module)
IP68 protection level, can withstand salt spray and dust erosion
Dynamic range covers 0~75m/s, and the starting wind speed is as low as 0.1m/s
Intelligent sensing technology
The three-cup sensor adopts non-contact magnetic encoding technology (1024PPR resolution)
Ultrasonic models realize three-dimensional vector measurement (XYZ three-axis ±0.1m/s accuracy)
Built-in temperature/humidity compensation algorithm (NIST traceable calibration)
Industrial-grade communication architecture
Supports RS485Modbus RTU, 4-20mA, pulse output and other multi-protocol interfaces
Optional LoRaWAN/NB-IoT wireless transmission module (maximum transmission distance 10km)
Data sampling frequency up to 32Hz (ultrasonic type)
Aluminum alloy anemometer diagram
Analysis of advanced manufacturing process
Shell molding: precision CNC turning, aerodynamic shape optimization, reduced wind resistance disturbance.
Surface treatment: hard anodizing, wear resistance increased by 300%, salt spray resistance 2000h.
Dynamic balance calibration: laser dynamic balance correction system, vibration amplitude <0.05mm.
Sealing treatment: fluororubber O-ring + labyrinth waterproof structure, reaching 100m water depth protection standard.
Typical cases of industry applications
1. Offshore wind power operation and maintenance monitoring
The aluminum alloy anemometer array deployed in Jiangsu Rudong offshore wind farm forms a three-dimensional observation network at a tower height of 80m:
Using ultrasonic three-dimensional wind measurement technology to capture turbulence intensity (TI value) in real time
Through 4G/satellite dual-channel transmission, the wind field map is updated every 5 seconds
The response speed of the wind turbine yaw system is increased by 40%, and the annual power generation is increased by 15%
2. Smart port safety management
The explosion-proof wind speed monitoring system used in Ningbo Zhoushan Port:
Complies with ATEX/IECEx explosion-proof certification, suitable for hazardous goods operation areas
When the wind speed is >15m/s, the bridge crane equipment is automatically locked and the anchoring device is linked
Reducing equipment damage accidents caused by strong winds by 72%
3. Rail transit early warning system
Special anemometer installed in the Tanggula section of the Qinghai-Tibet Railway:
Equipped with electric heating deicing device (normal start at -40℃)
Linked with the train control system, wind speed > 25m/s triggers speed limit command
Successfully warned 98% of sandstorm/snowstorm disaster events
4. Urban environmental governance
PM2.5-wind speed linkage monitoring pole promoted in Shenzhen construction sites:
Dynamically adjust the operation intensity of fog cannons based on wind speed data
Automatically increase the spraying frequency when the wind speed > 5m/s (water saving 30%)
Reduce the spread of construction dust by 65%
Special scenario solutions
Application of polar scientific research stations
Customized wind speed monitoring solution for Kunlun Station in Antarctica:
Adopt titanium alloy reinforced bracket and aluminum alloy body composite structure
Configured with ultraviolet defrosting system (-80℃ extreme working conditions)
Achieve unattended operation throughout the year, data integrity rate > 99.8%
Chemical park monitoring
Distributed network of Shanghai Chemical Industrial Park:
Every 50 0m deployment of anti-corrosion sensor nodes
Monitoring the wind speed/wind direction diffusion path during chlorine gas leakage
Emergency response time shortened to 8 minutes
Technology evolution direction
Multi-physics field fusion perception
Integrated wind speed, vibration, and stress monitoring functions to achieve real-time diagnosis of wind turbine blade health status
Digital twin application
Establish a three-dimensional simulation model of the wind speed field to provide centimeter-level accuracy prediction for micro-site selection of wind farms
Self-powered technology
Develop a piezoelectric energy harvesting device to achieve self-powered equipment using wind-induced vibration
AI anomaly detection
Apply LSTM neural network algorithm to predict sudden wind speed changes 2 hours in advance
Comparison of typical technical parameters
| Measuring principle | Range (m/s) | Accuracy | Power consumption | Applicable scenarios |
| Mechanical | 0.5-60 | ±3% | 0.8W | General meteorological monitoring |
| Ultrasonic | 0.1-75 | ±1% | 2.5W | Wind power/aviation |
With the integration of new materials and IoT technology, the new generation of aluminum alloy anemometers are developing in the direction of miniaturization (minimum diameter 28mm) and intelligence (edge computing capabilities). For example, the latest WindAI series products, which integrate the STM32H7 processor, can complete wind speed spectrum analysis locally, providing more accurate environmental perception solutions for various industries.
Post time: Feb-12-2025