Wind power density #689
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Pull request overview
This PR introduces land area constraints for wind systems by adding an acres_per_kw input parameter to the WindInputs model. This feature parallels the existing acres_per_kw implementation for PV systems, allowing REopt to constrain wind system sizing based on available land area for systems larger than 1500 kW.
Key changes:
- Added
acres_per_kwfield toWindInputsmodel with a default of 0.03 acres/kW and validation range of 0-100 - Created database migration to support the new field
- Updated test data to include the new parameter
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| File | Description |
|---|---|
| reoptjl/models.py | Added acres_per_kw FloatField to WindInputs model with validators and help text |
| reoptjl/migrations/0112_windinputs_acres_per_kw.py | Database migration to add the new field to the schema |
| reoptjl/test/posts/all_inputs_test.json | Updated comprehensive test data to include the new parameter |
| CHANGELOG.md | Documented the new feature in v3.17.3 release notes |
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This pull request introduces a new input parameter for wind systems called
acres_per_kw, which specifies the land area required per kW of wind capacity. This value defaults to 0.03 and only constrains wind system sizing for capacities greater than 1500 kW. The change is reflected in the model, migration, documentation, and test data.Wind system land area constraint
acres_per_kwfield to theWindInputsmodel inreoptjl/models.py, with a default value of 0.03, validation, and help text explaining its use for systems over 1500 kW.0112_windinputs_acres_per_kw.pyto add the new field to the database schema.reoptjl/test/posts/all_inputs_test.jsonto include the newacres_per_kwinput with its default value.Documentation
acres_per_kwinput in theCHANGELOG.mdunder v3.17.3, describing its purpose and default value.