The development of the vertical-axis wind turbine (VAWT ... which increases as the plates spin faster. The blades of the generator are made from blue foam with a metal bar running through it ...

Based on flow field measurements, we uncover how blade pitching manipulates the flow structures to enhance performance. Our results can aid vertical-axis wind turbines increase their much-needed ...

We’ve all got a pretty good mental image of the traditional wind-powered generator: essentially a big propeller on a stick. Some might also be familiar with vertical wind turbines, which can ...

The main difference between these units and the horizontal-axis versions that we’ve become accustomed to is that the blades are ... in small turbines and produces the FLTXNY Q 3000 W home use vertical ...

In this paper, a method for the determination of the aerodynamic performance characteristics using NACA airfoils is given for three bladed horizontal axis wind turbine. Blade geometry ... axis wind ...

The electrical power produced by the wind turbine is influenced by its two major part, wind power and belt power transmission system. The blade and the drag area ... Evaluation of self-starting ...