Entura has released validation reports of the SodarF3D™ at three deployments.

Analysis has been undertaken at three sites; one in complex terrain and two at
simple locations. As with other validations studies, the conclusion is that
the performance of the Sodar unit has been strong. Correlations are tight, bias is
low and availability is acceptable.

The following table summarises Entura’s recommendations on the SodarF3D.

Application

Suitability*

Site prospecting

Yes

Bankable wind report – stand-alone use

Only for low risk applications

Bankable wind report – site infill

Yes

Bankable wind report – shear extrapolation

Yes

Bankable wind report – long term record

Yes

Mast measurement uncertainty reduction

Yes

*full details on application suitability are included in the attached report