Designing Wind Turbines

There are many things to consider during the preparation of designing a wind turbine. Before any planning can continue there is one basic factor that must be addressed. Is the wind turbine for commercial or private home use? After its intended use is addressed, the next step is what will define the rest of the project.

The amount of square feet the blades on the wind generator cover during a rotation is called the swept area. The swept area's size will define the amount of material needed and the kind of engineering you will need. The larger the swept are is the more stress it will apply to the blades, bearings, and the actual tower. There are advantages and disadvantages to building a larger turbine. On one hand a larger turbine requires stronger more costly materials and thorough engineering. On the other hand the amount of energy that can be produced increases as the size increases.

When deciding where to place a wind turbine, there are a few things to keep in mind. The directions of the prevailing winds in the area are big focus. Knowing where these winds are usually headed provides knowledge on a viable site for the turbine. Keeping the generators close to the batteries reduces the cost of purchasing lengthy wires. Also it is recommended to check the height of the turbine against any other structures in the area. The turbine should sit at least thirty feet above any other edifices within a three hundred foot radius. The tower itself should be well anchored to the ground, sturdy and heavy. The most common mistake homeowners make when building a turbine for private use is putting all their focus into the blades and the upper parts of the generator. Forgetting to put the same amount of planning and effort into the tower can result in dangerous and costly mistakes. The blades are essentially propellers; they will propel whatever they are attached to. If they are held by weak, poorly anchored towers; duck and cover. Once the generator is turned on, the blades can propel the tower into any given direction, or it can bend under its weight.

Wind turbines when constructed properly are an eco-efficient method for producing energy. It is clean and highly sustainable given the air currents stay the same. Currently wind turbines are mostly used in large fields and coastal areas. Large fields eliminate surrounding obstructions allowing the turbines to work at their maximum capacity. And coastal areas naturally have strong winds coming from the oceans. They are used both commercially and privately. Wind turbines are not ideal for all locations, but where turbines fail, solar panels succeed. Eco-friendly and sustainable energy is in demand with today's society. Turbines are more widely accepted these days and make up a part of the future "way of living"

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