Compare Linear Model with Nonlinear Model in Control Design.

Dear Mohamed,

Just a few comments:

  • I would not expect that you’d use the generator-azimuth state when controlling rotor speed through collective pitch. It looks like you’ve zeroed out the effect in the nonlinear model, but not in the linear model.
  • MBC and azimuth-averaging should eliminate the influence of the generator-azimuth state, which should then be removed from the linear model before use. This is discussed e.g. in the following forum topic: FAST linearization V7.
  • The linear model represents perturbations about the operating point. So, I would not expect that you’d derive the pitch angle by adding 12pi/30K(2) to it.
  • Minor comment, but the rated speed for the NREL 5-MW baseline wind turbine is 12.1 rpm, not 12 rpm.

I hope that helps.

Best regards,