Archive for March, 2009
Generator for Wind Turbine
March 5th, 2009
We’re very proud of the standard of generator we use in our 2.5kw turbine. This is a high efficiency precision built axial flux generator, weighing over 45kg and capable of producing well above its 2.5kw rating. All components are made from stainless steel, aluminium, plastic or copper so the generator is completely corrosion resistant. It [...]
Using Wind Turbines in Urban Built-up Areas
March 1st, 2009
Wind turbines generally don’t work well in built up areas, where they may be placed downwind from houses, tall hedgerows or trees. An area might still be very windy, but this wind is made up of eddies and gusts with a lot of turbulence. Eddies come from various directions and the turbine cannot respond quickly [...]