07/22/2009
US Wind Energy Technology - On the Cutting Edge of Science VII
The seventh wind energy innovation to come out of the USA!
7. WePOWER
What It Is:
The WePOWER is a vertical-axis wind turbine that operates quietly and performs well in low-speed winds.
How It Works:
Unlike many turbines, which either rely solely on lift (in the case of traditional three-blade turbines) or drag (used in wind-speed gauge anemometers), WePOWER uses a combination of both. Its unique airfoil lets it produce power at low wind speeds.
Where To Find It:
At Jay Leno's garage, of course. WePOWER turbines are also used in wind farms, homes, cell towers and buildings.
Please go to www.youtube.com and type in "Jay Leno's Green Garage: Wind turbines" for video material on the technology.
For more information please contact Trevor Sievert at ts@windfair.net
7. WePOWER
What It Is:
The WePOWER is a vertical-axis wind turbine that operates quietly and performs well in low-speed winds.
How It Works:
Unlike many turbines, which either rely solely on lift (in the case of traditional three-blade turbines) or drag (used in wind-speed gauge anemometers), WePOWER uses a combination of both. Its unique airfoil lets it produce power at low wind speeds.
Where To Find It:
At Jay Leno's garage, of course. WePOWER turbines are also used in wind farms, homes, cell towers and buildings.
Please go to www.youtube.com and type in "Jay Leno's Green Garage: Wind turbines" for video material on the technology.
For more information please contact Trevor Sievert at ts@windfair.net
- Source:
- Online editorial www.windfair.net
- Author:
- Posted by: Trevor Sievert, Online Editorial Journalist
- Email:
- ts@windfair.net
- Link:
- www.windfair.net/...
- Keywords:
- wind energy, wind farm, renewable energy, wind power, wind turbine, rotorblade, offshore, onshore
