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Nameplate capacity — Nameplate capacity, also known as the rated capacity, nominal capacity, installed capacity or maximum effect, refers to the intended technical full–load sustained output of a facility such as a power plant,[1][2] a chemical plant,[3] fuel… … Wikipedia
Maximum generator nameplate capacity — The maximum rated output of a generator, prime mover, or other electric power production equipment under specific conditions designated by the manufacturer. U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration s Energy Glossary … Energy terms
Installed nameplate capacity — See Generator nameplate capacity (installed). U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration s Energy Glossary … Energy terms
Capacity — The load that a power generation unit or other electrical apparatus or heating unit is rated by the manufacture to be able to meet or supply. The maximum load a generating unit, generating station, or other electrical apparatus is rated to… … Energy terms
Restricted-universe census — This is the complete enumeration of data from a specifically defined subset of entities including, for example, those that exceed a given level of sales or generator nameplate capacity. U.S. Dept. of Energy, Energy Information Administration… … Energy terms
Intermittent power source — [ Erie Shores Wind Farm monthly output over a two year period] An intermittent power source is a source of electric power generation that may be uncontrollably variable or more intermittent than conventional power sources, and therefore non… … Wikipedia
Wind power — Wind power: worldwide installed capacity [1] … Wikipedia
Intermittent energy source — An intermittent energy source is any source of energy that is not continuously available due to some factor outside direct control. The intermittent source may be quite predictable, for example, tidal power, but cannot be dispatched to meet the… … Wikipedia
Hydroelectricity — The Gordon Dam in Tasmania is a large hydro facility, with an installed capacity of 430 MW … Wikipedia
Wind turbine — Offshore wind farm using 5MW turbines REpower 5M in the North Sea off Belgium This article discusses wind powered electrical generators. See windmill for wind powered machinery used to grind grain or pump water. A wind turbine is a device that… … Wikipedia
