What is the Vindicator® Laser Wind Sensor System?

The Vindicator® Laser Wind Sensor (LWS) is a laser doppler velocimeter (LDV) developed by Optical Air Data Systems, LLC for the measurement of three dimensional wind speed and direction.

The Vindicator® LWS is comprised of: (a) a fiber optic-based laser module, processor, operating system software and remote lens assembly; and (b) when required, related wind turbine control algorithms and related interface software.

The principal fiber laser technology behind the Vindicator® LWS provides the basis for a suite of product configurations ranging from wind turbine nacelle-mounted wind sensing systems to a hand-held version of the technology.

The first commercial application of the Vindicator® LWS, and the current business focus of CTW, is the renewable wind energy industry. The Vindicator® LWS measures the wind as it approaches a wind turbine, thereby enabling the turbine control system to adjust the wind turbine orientation for increased power output, reduced stress loads and less downtime for maintenance.

The Vindicator® LWS is currently available for purchase or lease. Please contact Catch the Wind for more information.