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Why is over-speed control so important for fixed pitch turbines?

April 26, 2017CONTROL fixed over-speed pitch turbines

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Why is over-speed control so important for fixed pitch turbines?

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Fixed pitch turbines can easily rotate too fast, and are therefore subject to high stress levels from centrifugal, bending, torsion, and flapping forces which can ultimately result in dangerous failure.