The science · assumptions & equations
Near-neutral atmospheric shear: v(z) = v₁₀ (z / 10 m)^α, α = 0.14. The 52 m hub sees faster average wind than the 10 m measurement.
Ideal kinetic flux across the swept area: P = ½ ρ πr² Cₚ η v³. Here ρ = 1.225 kg/m³, r = 21 m, Cₚ = 0.43, η = 0.92.
Assumes steady, uniform wind and turbines operating without cut-in, cut-out, rated-power limiting, wake loss, terrain turbulence, or grid curtailment. It is an educational estimate, not a production forecast. Wind power varies cubically only while Cₚ and efficiencies remain fixed.
Landform uses smooth fractal noise and an analytic carved watercourse, not a measured geological survey. Solar panels are visual; their output is not included in the wind reading.