Abstract:Compared with the lowlands, the plateau areas havemore complex geological conditions and distinct climatic characteristics. Due tohigh altitude and strong sunshine, the common wind turbines have a series of problems, such as the decrease of output power, declinein electrical performance, poor cooling effect, and high risk of lightning hazards. In order to solve the above problems, the wind turbine designing methods and specifications applicable to the plateau areas are summarized through modifying the wind turbine power curve and improving the structural and electrical design.