Rotor blade for wind power plant, has rotor blade shell structure, which is designed for passing air flow away from edges, where rotor blades are made of textile reinforced fiber

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This invention relates to a rotor blade for wind power plants made from textile-reinforced fiber materials, such as continuous-fiber thermoplastic composites. The blade is formed as a hollow shell structure, specifically engineered to direct airflow away from the blade edges and improve aerodynamic performance. It also details a method for manufacturing such blades using these advanced composite materials.

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• Wind turbine manufacturers seeking more efficient and durable rotor blades
• Retrofitting existing wind farms with improved, lightweight blades
• Developing eco-friendly wind power solutions using recyclable thermoplastics
• Utilization in offshore or harsh-environment wind power installations due to enhanced durability

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• Enhanced structural strength and durability due to textile fiber reinforcement
• Improved aerodynamic efficiency by directing airflow away from blade edges
• Potential for lighter and more recyclable blades with thermoplastic composites
• Simplified manufacturing processes and potentially reduced costs
• Increased lifespan and lower maintenance requirements for wind turbines

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The rotor blade has two rotor blades connected with each other, where the rotor blades are made of continuous-fiber or textile-reinforced thermoplastic. The rotor blades are formed as a shell structure, and are designed such that a line connecting the half-shells faces directly along the air flow. The rotor blade shell structure is designed for passing an air flow away from edges. The rotor blades are made of textile reinforced fiber and a matrix made of polypropylene or polyamide. An independent claim is included for a method for manufacturing a rotor blade.