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Articles | Volume 11, issue 1
Articles | Volume 11, issue 1
https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-11-1-2026
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https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-11-1-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 11, issue 1
Research article
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06 Jan 2026
Research article |  | 06 Jan 2026

Feasibility of up-tower repair concepts for pultruded carbon spar cap planks in wind turbine blades

Malo Rosemeier, Matthias Saathoff, Johannes Kolsch, Pablo Buriticá, Enno Petersen, and Christopher Beer

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This research explores a method for repairing wind turbine blades made from carbon fiber while they remain installed, eliminating costly disassembly. It addresses the challenges of repairing damaged blades and proposes a practical solution to improve repair efficiency. Through structural analysis, we found that this approach can ensure safety during repairs, providing significant benefits to the wind energy industry.
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