The Windtronics wind turbine

[DrWhat]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6FCCCTB ... re=related

The Bessler wheel that runs in the slightest breeze.

http://www.earthtronics.com/honeywell.aspx

[nicbordeaux]

Very nice. Induction from the rim. Latest study available in Europe says we can get 85% from renewables by 2040.

Still, if you install one of those on a turkey farm, you need to clip the birds' wings to keep 'em grounded.

[DrWhat]

Just something to add about whether it is worthwhile.

http://theblogprof.blogspot.com/2009/06 ... laims.html

[nicbordeaux]

Just as I guessed. So this is going to make my bicyle wheel with yoghourt pot sails a real winner, 'cos it cost's nothing to build. That it doesn't produce any noticeable juice is irrellevant, because you are saving money and being green.

[rlortie]

Nick,

Build it here in Oregon, you will get funding, accelerated tax depreciation and lucrative incentives.

As for the wind blowing; I ran into a gentleman the other day who asked me 'how long has this wind been blowing'. I replied that I did not know as I have only lived here since 1974.

Ralph

[DrWhat]

I like the way the generator is placed at the edges of the wheel rather than geared at the axle.

And I laugh imagining Bessler leaving a couple of windows open to allow the breeze to spin his wheels!

[iacob alex]

.....this time , as a summary of wind turbines ideas , at :
https://salientwhiteelephant.wordpress. ... d-turbine/
This variety gives some pleasure ...and inspiration , maybe.
Al_ex