Future Directions in Wind Energy: Automation, Robotic Maintenance, and Cutting-Edge Communication Solutions

Authors

  • Gyan Wrat Aalborg University, Aalborg, 9220, Denmark
  • Mohit Bhola Aalborg University, Aalborg, 9220, Denmark
  • Ramjee Prasad CTIF Global Capsule (Founder President), Dept. of Business and Technology Arhus University Herning, Denmark

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13052/jmm1550-4646.213421

Keywords:

Wind turbine automation, robotic networking, predictive maintenance, AI and machine learning, sensor networks

Abstract

The increasing need for renewable energy has catalyzed advancements in wind turbine technology, especially in automation and robotic networking for the monitoring and control of wind turbines. This article discusses about the innovative turbine control techniques, that optimize efficiency, decrease the maintenance expenses, and improve safety. The integration of Automation and AI/ML facilitate predictive maintenance and offers robust control systems. Advanced control algorithms enhance turbine performance through wake steering, yaw alignment, and shadow flicker reduction. Real-time data sharing and guaranteed connectivity are enabled by wireless sensor networks and communication infrastructures, including Long Term Evolution (LTE), 5G, and Ethernet passive optical networks (EPON). Robots systems as, BladeBUG inspection robot and the Aerones cleaning robot execute efficient autonomous maintenance tasks. Emerging trends depend on AI/ML-driven predictive analytics and flexibility in robotics to enhance turbine performance, reduce downtime, and ensure the reliability of wind power supply.

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Author Biographies

Gyan Wrat, Aalborg University, Aalborg, 9220, Denmark

Gyan Wrat is a Postdoctoral Researcher at Aalborg University’s Energy Department, specializing in wind turbine technology. He earned his Ph.D. and Master’s in Mechatronics from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dhanbad, India, and holds Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from ITER, SOA University, Bhubaneswar. With a strong expertise in Fluid Power, Fault Diagnosis, and Control, he is dedicated to advancing renewable energy systems through cutting-edge research and innovation.

Mohit Bhola, Aalborg University, Aalborg, 9220, Denmark

Mohit Bhola is currently working as a Post Doctoral Researcher at the Mechatronics Section, Energy Department at Aalborg University located in Aalborg, Denmark. He holds a PhD degree in Mechatronics from the Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, India. His current research interests are Fault Tolerant Control of Hydraulic Pitch Systems for Wind Turbines, Digital Hydraulics, Hybrid Hydrostatic Transmission Systems, System Modeling, Control, Hardware in Loop (HIL) Simulations, and Automation.

Ramjee Prasad, CTIF Global Capsule (Founder President), Dept. of Business and Technology Arhus University Herning, Denmark

Ramjee Prasad is Director of the Center for TeleInfrastruktur (CTIF) and Chair of Wireless Information and Multimedia Communications. He coordinates the EU Sixth Framework Project MAGNET and has led multiple international research initiatives, including the ACTS FRAMES project. With over 500 technical papers and 11 books, he is a leading voice in telecommunications. He serves on editorial boards of top journals, including IEEE Communications Magazine, and is the founding chairman of HERMES, the European Center of Excellence in Telecommunications.

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Published

2025-08-13

How to Cite

Wrat, G. ., Bhola, M. ., & Prasad, R. . (2025). Future Directions in Wind Energy: Automation, Robotic Maintenance, and Cutting-Edge Communication Solutions. Journal of Mobile Multimedia, 21(3-4), 713–728. https://doi.org/10.13052/jmm1550-4646.213421

Issue

2025: Vol 21 Iss 3-4

Section

WPMC 2024

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