Great job!! But it may be worth custom building your own generator for low rpm use. Unfortinately, those converted pm car alternators still aren't well suited for use with wind turbines. You could build something that would produce far more voltage, around 20 to 30 volts for the same wind speed.....more voltage means better charging efficiency!
Brilliant job ! It IS possible to get energy for free! So cheaply done, well executed. I reckon pulleys and a belt would produce less noise. Still...good job!
is it possible that those gears could warp in the sun? i realize that they are small, and halfway covered by the turbine, but i have seen that material warp before. all in all, though, excellent DIY material, but your video skills need improving. thank you very much for posting these.
@DineroDarkfire Good point! But I guess he only used the CNC machine because he had one at his disposal, most people who have a go at building this, who don't have a CNC, could either cut the gears by hand(it's tedious, but can be done!) or use a belt and pulleys instead! Even better would be to custom build a pm generator to bolt straight onto the turbine, no belts, pulleys or gears needed!
@dstroni He only used the computer and CNC machine because he had one....it nierther a requirement or a necessity for building something like this. A belt and pulleys could be used, or better still, a custom built pm alternator/generator for low rpm's could be bolted straight to the turbine itself.....negating the need for gears or belt and pulleys!
well not only a pulley setup, less noise/friction... but whats the speed rating on those lazy susan bearings? I dunno if I'd want that on my roof when a 30-40 mph wind storm kicked up...
A wonderful video. It's great to see the range of stuff and ideas that come out of home workshops. People like you make the world a much better place.
Sorry for the stupid question, but what can you do with the produced energy? For example you can maintain a fridge, or a computer? (of course when the wind is enough).
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Alright, but the whole thing seems quite noisy and inefficient. How did you make use of the energy created? Did you store it to accumulators? How much power did it give per hour? Can this system sufficiently generate power to run a basic household with light and maybe some electrical things (vacuum cleaner, TV, PC)?
you are the man and i wish i lived outside of the city, id build as many of these as i need with as many batteries as i need and never pay a power co again
iiiiffff i had the room
i mean other then the gear and alternator it seemed to cost next to nothing
Not low cost with cutting equipment included. You seem extremely capable of doing this without all that. I am eager to learn and have from your video. But, steps are missing that I dont know how to supplement. Have any ways around the spendy techno?
just an idear u might want to add a large gear to the base u would get that turbine spinning faster the larger u make it and make the gear on the alternator smaller even and it will spin even faster
Ok...Good Idea...but lets make it a great one ok....Go get yourself a can of WHITE LITHIUM GREASE and spray the crap outta them lazy susans, secondly move the alternator a tad the gears are meshing together too much and then spray those as well.
Very cool...how do you store the energy from something like this? Can you run the wires into a battery or does it directly run into an appliance? I don't know much about it (obviously).
@sportsandbags you would take the output and send it to a "charge controller" This can be used to charge 12 volt deep cycle batteries. The charge controller will ensure your battery gets charged and not overcharged and make a mess of acid everywhere.
Having done some Kart Racing in times past... I'm going to suggest using 50mm Axle Bearings instead of the lazy susans... these are sealed units... they do run just under $40.00 each but they will far out last the lazy susans...
This is really great. Showing a simple demonstration on how to create your own wind turbine using those things we think are just craps are very helpful at the same time creative. Not everyone can think that they can still use some unused materials to be their source of energy. As you can see, even his dog liked the idea and he feels comfort as he was ventilated by this vertical wind turbine.
Can I make a small one to generate some small amounts of electricity as a science fair project if so how I've got the wind part down just not the magnetic part help please soon
Can i ask Instead of your gear system ,Would the main drive wheel from a front loader washing machine work as well? Perhaps using the drive belt too? and anything else you could scrounge from a washer?
Cool design, but I would agree with those that have said "use a pulley system" but would not use the whole mag-lift idea for sake of cost. The weight of the barrels come in at a whopping 22lbs each! I would say that reducing that weight by using a hole saw and whiffle balling the barrel walls severely and then re-lining them with a lighter plastic like heavy-ply plastic drop cloths. I bet you could reduce the weight by at least 30% and thus greatly increase the RPM especially in light winds.
Can I ask, would it not be better to use a belt and pulley system instead of gears. It seems that there would be less accuracy required for the alignment of the pulleys rather than gears.
How heavy is the barrel section? and can powerful magnet bearings, instead of the lazy susans, help to reduce noise and vibration? Great job, even the dog appreciates it.
seems like too much plastic. I like the lightweight aspect but I think a lot of the critical parts are going to wear out real fast. Especially if it is at all out of balance and a day of high winds hits it.
My hats are off to you and your machineing skills..those gears are the neatest thing since toilet paper! I was wondering though...would pulleys work better providing less friction that gears? Also, what if you left your generator free floating in those channels, maybe line them with aluminum angles, and then fasten it to the bottom of the turnine assembly with springs which would provide just the right amount of pull to keep the gears engaged and no wear but auto adust for wear? Thanks..
Hi!!! Im Bernardo from Portugal and enjoying very much your idea. I would like to show it to my class on a project. I think is even more fun to build it! Can you send me your report? Or the Data? My email is bernas50s@yahoo.com
Sorry but this does not cut it as an inexpensive turbine. You need a computer controlled router in order to make gears. We need to see something more DIY with parts from bicycles, belts, pulleys, magnets without the fancy tools.
You can also get sprockets and chains for bicycles to do the gearing.
One problem that the darrieus rotor has is that in high winds they tend to destroy themselves. I have solved this in one case by using the generator to stop the output shaft when more power than desired is being delivered. You need to do this in a controlled manner. I used a rack of power MOSFETs on a large heat sink that I slowly biased on to dynamic brake the rotor over about 30 seconds.
I like your presentation but why add a gear? Can't the wind turbine axle turn the alternator directly? Doesn't seem efficient. Also, if hi powered magnets were used on the bottom support so that the turbine would "float" it would be far more efficient and less noisy. What does this generator put out in 10mph wind?
@embeddedprogrammer but it is less efficient since the kinetic energy of the turbine is first converted to the gears loosing energy because of friction then converted to the generator. Wouldnt you loose a lot of power?
@embeddedprogrammer I would think that you lose 3-4% from the gears (they are not lubricated at all) and subject to wear. It would be easier to produce a motor that fits the RPM needed, IMO. I understand the main goal to produce this cheaply (which your design achieves very well).
@embeddedprogrammer I would think that you lose 3-4% from the gears (they are not lubricated at all) and subject to wear. It would be easier to produce a motor that fits the RPM needed, IMO. I understand the main goal to produce this cheaply (which your design achieves very well). Also, may want to consider a maximum wind blocking mechanism so the device does not break in a storm.
@mazdaman222 I guess he's trying to keep it simple. The more parts, the more that can go wrong with it and the more expensive in money and time for maintenance.
@mrfester42 that makes sence but it would have been easer to use pullys rather than build your own gears but i guess he probly wanted to show off his toys lol
@PhineasaPriest how was i attacking any one and where did i say anything about throwing rocks at glass houses and your the one attacking others you fucking piece of shit i was just asking why he chose gears over belts and pulleys also i was typing fast so i didn't notice the spelling who cares about spelling mistakes i don't know a single person who spells every thing correctly all the time
@mazdaman222 thats the best you can do imbecile? Notice the post I commented on is now missing. Resorting to 9th grade JR. High school potty mouth infantile behavior won't argue your case either. Oh which is it your or you're the one attacking.... I would sue my teachers for failing in your education, if I were you. Next time you prepare to do a battle of wit please come armed.
@PhineasaPriest you are fucked i wasn't attacking any one i was asking a fucking question and i wish you would say shit to my face instead of being a little bitch on the fucking computer everyone has balls when there shielded behind a computer screen i would love to hear you say that to my face so go fuck your self oh and good job finding my 2 month old comment you fucking faggot
@mazdaman222 LITTLE BOY you have serious mental disturbances. You talk about saying things to ones face then hide behind a keyboard making threats. There is a difference I made no threats unlike silly little you. I put many little loud mouths boys like you in prison and before I retire I am sure many more will go there crying mommy help me. Tough little boy with a loud mouth. I bet Mommy is proud of the fool she bore. Quit while you just look like a fool. Don't make life harder on yourself.
@mazdaman222 I bet you are from either England or Canada judging by your mouth. Just a guess. In Detroit people don't last long running their mouth as you have. You may try to grow up son. Too bad you didn't have a Father to teach you right. It's been fun but I have to get to work...
man you are awesome! man after my own heart. I have watched countless morons on youtube, but your stuff is creative and well thought. I would love to hang out with you, we could build some cool stuff! hope you check out some of my videos too
I am a mechanic and I can assure you, at that alternator speed you won't produce any electricity. You need to speed up the alternator a lot more to produce 14 volts. 12 volts or less is nothing if you are using 12 volt batteries.
Also, a pulley and belt setup is much more efficient and quiet and will actually last much longer. Hope this helps
@torkjoy1 The alternator is modified with neodymium magnets to produce electricity at much lower RPM than an automotive alternator. After over two years of operation these gears still look like new.
@juanjomf97 Check out 'Probotix' - They have a neat CNC machine that uses free software and a cheap Dremel as a head drive. I am cutting (slowly) everything from hard aluminum to softwood with only the red low-torque stepper motors.
I do have some ideas that may allow you to take more advantage of your setup.
1-I am not sure how durable a cutting board is, but have you considered using motorcycle sprockets? They can be bought in steel or aluminum and should last alot longer.
2-The faster the altenator spins, the more electricity it should produce. Adding 1 or 2 step down gears and making the final gear around the motor as small as possible should give you a ton more voltage
@milleracer69 I like gears but belts/pulleys and chains/sprockets will work too. I now have a smaller gear on the alternator which makes more electricity
One thought is to use a ball barring set up that would go on the inside of the pipe at the top, for there's mostly just side to side pressure at the top. Others have said what I think about other aspects. Overall great start, more than I've done, though I do have a water wind-mill, but it's not worth the money I save in electricity, & I don't have the psi I would like.
You started this with snow on the ground, now it's spring.
You spent three months making your turbine? (OK, not full-time.)
Considering the time and energy you've invested in that project, and the 12 volts DC you're generating, that rig should pay for itself in like, what? 30, maybe 40 years?
I highly commend your skills, and hate to be a wet blanket, but, you know...
Just sayin'...
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Nice dog. (Who's thinking your time would've been better spent throwing tennis balls for him.)
I understand. I'm not trying to be mean, and I really do commend your skills. I just felt that you invested a lot of time and effort, for not much of a return. If you did it as a learning experience, that's fine. But I just can't see many practical applications for home wind turbines. That said, you built a nice one. (Although, I would have lubed the hell out of those bearings. It sounded like you ran them dry.)
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I'm not an engineer but it seemed to me that one could find much better bearings than a lazy Susan from walmart. wouldn't some sort of automotive wheel bearings do a better job - less drag, less noise, more stability? And could be gotten for dirt cheap at the junk yard?
I love your idea and your ingenuity. You're the garage mechanic whom the President was referring to in his energy policy remarks. Good on you!
At first I wasnt digging it, but once I saw it running it looks like it can be real good option as compared to a fan type. Pretty safe, low cost, not as visible if you dont want to advertise that you have one, and it will never rust. If your up for ideas on improvement, "I" would put the generator and wires on the top instead. I think that would help on keeping hands, stray plastic trash bags and rain etc off it.
@embeddedprogrammer I read a rumor that a powerful water pump and a large syringe tip can be modified to make a high pressure water cutter. Would love to try that one out!
@pinkyzoey you don't need a cnc machine to make the gears. matthias wandell of woodgears*ca created a gear design program which allows one to easyily make gears of all types (involute, ring, pin, r&p) by making a scaled printout which can be glued to your material (wood, plastic) and cut with a bandsaw. no math, noting. just select some settings, print and follow the lines. there is an internet, a full function freeware (display is weird) and a 25$ payware version. check his channel too.
great idea.... it looks like it is lifting your generator gear in the video back it off a little and it won't lift up , and less drag. also you might want to try actuall plate bearings for less drag and better weather resistance . it's beutiful.
I know that you can build your own CNC (had to do so for my Masters) but I also know that it is not cheap to do so. What suggestion do you have for people with no CNC? Any suggestions on gear sizes so that people can find some to recycle?
@breefolk Just watched The Colony on Discover channel. They made their own wind turbine (fan style) but they used the gears off of bicycles. During the show they indicated that the back set off a 10 or 12 speed bike could be geared up or down to assist in spinning the alternator faster or slower, depending on their needs. Of course you would have to be dependent on chains, that may break or snap, but it is an alternative way to gear any type of wind turbine.
Try to put a chain and separate the gears this will isolate the alternator from the windmill vibrations also grease the whole thing to reduce the friction between the gears and the chain.
Or at least grease the gears so they will have less friction.
Hello, thanks for the informative videos and for taking the time generally. I have a few questions covering both videos. What the dickens is a lazy susan? did the plastic piping axle hold up to the rpm required to generate any meaningful voltage? can you cut metal with a cnc machine? how did your plastic gears hold up? Was the dog helping in any way? (kidding) What was your gear ratio? What windspeed did you have before you popped 12v? Cheers :)
A bigger gear on the barrel side about the diamiter of the barrels would increase the rounds turned by the generator per one turn of the wind turbine.
Sounds like wheel of fortune :-)
vindberlin5 16 hours ago
I thumbed up this video because there's a cool dog in it!
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Great job!! But it may be worth custom building your own generator for low rpm use. Unfortinately, those converted pm car alternators still aren't well suited for use with wind turbines. You could build something that would produce far more voltage, around 20 to 30 volts for the same wind speed.....more voltage means better charging efficiency!
gooseknack 1 month ago
Brilliant job ! It IS possible to get energy for free! So cheaply done, well executed. I reckon pulleys and a belt would produce less noise. Still...good job!
Hawkeyes125 1 month ago
little gear ratio should at least 1:5
yakim77 1 month ago
Hi , you get higher speed , putting the smaller gear at alternator ,ok !
mrborges73 1 month ago
best home mad design ive seen yet nice job screw the power companies keep thinkin
jfingerskeys 2 months ago
sweet build, bravo!
The333sunshine 2 months ago
Impressive,tnx for upload.
kongenjens 2 months ago
is it possible that those gears could warp in the sun? i realize that they are small, and halfway covered by the turbine, but i have seen that material warp before. all in all, though, excellent DIY material, but your video skills need improving. thank you very much for posting these.
thaiguysabu 2 months ago
good vid thanks
crsbt 3 months ago
The sleeping dog is an essential part of the apparatus right?
Gunner3210 4 months ago 2
ooh i tried this my phonegot charged real quick since theres lots of wind where i am
stevens092473 4 months ago
...14 people don't have a CNC machine in their basement...
ect1989 4 months ago 12
@ect1989 I don't but I like this video.
MrItchyElbow 2 months ago
embeddedprogrammer, thanks, great video and it also gives others ideas to create their own device.
PhineasaPriest 4 months ago
An inexpensive wind turbine? Maybe.. But how much was the CNC machine you used to make the gears? LOL
DineroDarkfire 5 months ago
@DineroDarkfire here are also homemade CNC machines that do pretty well so stop trolling
KINGofKOOLAID 4 months ago
@KINGofKOOLAID
If I point out that making the “inexpensive” wind turbine requires a tool that costs a couple thousand dollars, that makes me a troll?
BTW, you suggest a homemade CNC machine might do well; how much would it cost to make a homemade CNC machine to make the “inexpensive” windmill?
DineroDarkfire 4 months ago
@DineroDarkfire Good point! But I guess he only used the CNC machine because he had one at his disposal, most people who have a go at building this, who don't have a CNC, could either cut the gears by hand(it's tedious, but can be done!) or use a belt and pulleys instead! Even better would be to custom build a pm generator to bolt straight onto the turbine, no belts, pulleys or gears needed!
gooseknack 1 month ago
D: turbine not turban :D
Jebus495 5 months ago
If you put gloves around it, it could pet the dog.
ZorroDomo 6 months ago
If I ever make something similar to this, I think I would try a belt and pully system
VandMco 6 months ago
Cutting gears with a computer is not inexpensive.
dstroni 6 months ago
@dstroni He only used the computer and CNC machine because he had one....it nierther a requirement or a necessity for building something like this. A belt and pulleys could be used, or better still, a custom built pm alternator/generator for low rpm's could be bolted straight to the turbine itself.....negating the need for gears or belt and pulleys!
gooseknack 1 month ago
Cleverly done! how it works when you short leads?
Demoman42 6 months ago
well not only a pulley setup, less noise/friction... but whats the speed rating on those lazy susan bearings? I dunno if I'd want that on my roof when a 30-40 mph wind storm kicked up...
TheVinnie67 6 months ago
It's pet-safe but not neccesarily kid safe. You should have an enclosure around the gears to prevent fingers from being pinched off.
WorBlux 7 months ago
Dan, why did you not entertain the V-belt drive with idle wheel avenue to stay away from such clock precision gear mechanisms?
Great work, I like neighbors with your kind of thinking.
Another thumb-up your way.
twoZJs 7 months ago
A wonderful video. It's great to see the range of stuff and ideas that come out of home workshops. People like you make the world a much better place.
happydavid13 8 months ago
is that a homemade CNC machine?
onebigkahuna69 8 months ago 2
random dog haha
mrPersonahlity0003 8 months ago
I would use pullys , belts and bearings.so it isn't so noisy. You could gang another set of drums to it.
petro062 8 months ago
that would be nice if the wind could really tunr it but its heavy because you used a drum.
nakanaks32 8 months ago
Those cheap lazyboy bearings wont last very long
HiFiman4u 8 months ago
Sorry for the stupid question, but what can you do with the produced energy? For example you can maintain a fridge, or a computer? (of course when the wind is enough).
Thanks
cicciontek 8 months ago
ya cheap huh everyone has a computer guided drill press
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indibry 8 months ago
Alright, but the whole thing seems quite noisy and inefficient. How did you make use of the energy created? Did you store it to accumulators? How much power did it give per hour? Can this system sufficiently generate power to run a basic household with light and maybe some electrical things (vacuum cleaner, TV, PC)?
Maxuskrachus 8 months ago
nice job on the use of them usless cutting boards,the gears look great. so how did they hold up
cobravenomX1 8 months ago
That dog is LAZY man...
azuritet3 9 months ago
Sounds like the gear teeth need to be ground a bit, that may be preventing free spinning, as you can hear the gears grinding. Great idea though.
smurfboywv 9 months ago
you are the man and i wish i lived outside of the city, id build as many of these as i need with as many batteries as i need and never pay a power co again
iiiiffff i had the room
i mean other then the gear and alternator it seemed to cost next to nothing
dramey03 9 months ago
Not low cost with cutting equipment included. You seem extremely capable of doing this without all that. I am eager to learn and have from your video. But, steps are missing that I dont know how to supplement. Have any ways around the spendy techno?
dstroni 9 months ago
I like the dog
MrParkourLover 9 months ago
Perfect..!!
a little noisy but ok..
The gears are plastic, right?
How are them now?
elkei84 9 months ago
pretty sweet, i just wish i had all that fancy equipment so i could build me one
LivingInSpirit 9 months ago
Noisy
blakmagik4 9 months ago
just an idear u might want to add a large gear to the base u would get that turbine spinning faster the larger u make it and make the gear on the alternator smaller even and it will spin even faster
chaosinhell666 9 months ago
Where would I get such a robotic cutter?
videodude4 10 months ago
clean your camera lense next time !!
Rajachemayel 10 months ago
Nice job, congrats!
And nice dog too! lol
Motac1981 10 months ago
Ok...Good Idea...but lets make it a great one ok....Go get yourself a can of WHITE LITHIUM GREASE and spray the crap outta them lazy susans, secondly move the alternator a tad the gears are meshing together too much and then spray those as well.
devilish503 10 months ago
Can you make me one and I buy it from you?
aofnyc 10 months ago
It's a turBINE not a turBIN. Sorry, it annoyed me.
cptnblackbeard 10 months ago 2
Very cool...how do you store the energy from something like this? Can you run the wires into a battery or does it directly run into an appliance? I don't know much about it (obviously).
sportsandbags 11 months ago
@sportsandbags you would take the output and send it to a "charge controller" This can be used to charge 12 volt deep cycle batteries. The charge controller will ensure your battery gets charged and not overcharged and make a mess of acid everywhere.
buzzsaw2222 10 months ago
very nice!
vutEwa 11 months ago
Having done some Kart Racing in times past... I'm going to suggest using 50mm Axle Bearings instead of the lazy susans... these are sealed units... they do run just under $40.00 each but they will far out last the lazy susans...
norvman 11 months ago
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S5rTNrN3S6Tw6T5v 11 months ago
I agree with "clarkewi "
a maglev application would work . The barrels are a good starter, but they should be replaced wit lighter element.
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willholl69 11 months ago
This is really great. Showing a simple demonstration on how to create your own wind turbine using those things we think are just craps are very helpful at the same time creative. Not everyone can think that they can still use some unused materials to be their source of energy. As you can see, even his dog liked the idea and he feels comfort as he was ventilated by this vertical wind turbine.
windturbinesinc 11 months ago
Can I make a small one to generate some small amounts of electricity as a science fair project if so how I've got the wind part down just not the magnetic part help please soon
hihi977 11 months ago
you sir, are a genius
venomousbird 1 year ago
Can i ask Instead of your gear system ,Would the main drive wheel from a front loader washing machine work as well? Perhaps using the drive belt too? and anything else you could scrounge from a washer?
bonnyjishop 1 year ago
what about the rain on the alternator?
ethan2010ize 1 year ago
if gears work so will pulleys.
simonrocks11 1 year ago
Cool design, but I would agree with those that have said "use a pulley system" but would not use the whole mag-lift idea for sake of cost. The weight of the barrels come in at a whopping 22lbs each! I would say that reducing that weight by using a hole saw and whiffle balling the barrel walls severely and then re-lining them with a lighter plastic like heavy-ply plastic drop cloths. I bet you could reduce the weight by at least 30% and thus greatly increase the RPM especially in light winds.
sirmikedouglas 1 year ago
Can I ask, would it not be better to use a belt and pulley system instead of gears. It seems that there would be less accuracy required for the alignment of the pulleys rather than gears.
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sdrtysrtyfghdfuhrdtu 1 year ago
A couple of questions:
How heavy is the barrel section? and can powerful magnet bearings, instead of the lazy susans, help to reduce noise and vibration? Great job, even the dog appreciates it.
loveualatte 1 year ago
seems like too much plastic. I like the lightweight aspect but I think a lot of the critical parts are going to wear out real fast. Especially if it is at all out of balance and a day of high winds hits it.
I like the idea. Really cool stuff.
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Looks nice but I believe a fan belt and pullys would be quiter. Very nice though.
SidneyBou 1 year ago
Looks nice but I believe a fan belt and pullys would be quiter.
SidneyBou 1 year ago
This video is an excellent display of genius in action. Had I been a home owner, I would pay you to produce gears for my DIY wind turbine.
waellerbe 1 year ago
Fo Shizzle!
SolarInstaller7 1 year ago
Awesome turbine, CNC, gears, dog and VIEW!!! What state is that?! Thanks for posting/inventing!
ScoutCrafter 1 year ago
My hats are off to you and your machineing skills..those gears are the neatest thing since toilet paper! I was wondering though...would pulleys work better providing less friction that gears? Also, what if you left your generator free floating in those channels, maybe line them with aluminum angles, and then fasten it to the bottom of the turnine assembly with springs which would provide just the right amount of pull to keep the gears engaged and no wear but auto adust for wear? Thanks..
pvampire 1 year ago
@pvampire BTW...could I adopt your awesome dog! he is the best! haha
pvampire 1 year ago
Hi!!! Im Bernardo from Portugal and enjoying very much your idea. I would like to show it to my class on a project. I think is even more fun to build it! Can you send me your report? Or the Data? My email is bernas50s@yahoo.com
Thank You
bernas50s 1 year ago
there are called TURBINES... not Turbins.
TheSewerChewer 1 year ago
I like the dog he Ligt so cool next to the turbine
k7tpro1 1 year ago
How many Amps? .-.-.
vk4akp 1 year ago
@vk4akp Zero amps, so far.
tradecycles 1 year ago
Sorry but this does not cut it as an inexpensive turbine. You need a computer controlled router in order to make gears. We need to see something more DIY with parts from bicycles, belts, pulleys, magnets without the fancy tools.
cmcespedes2 1 year ago
You can also get sprockets and chains for bicycles to do the gearing.
One problem that the darrieus rotor has is that in high winds they tend to destroy themselves. I have solved this in one case by using the generator to stop the output shaft when more power than desired is being delivered. You need to do this in a controlled manner. I used a rack of power MOSFETs on a large heat sink that I slowly biased on to dynamic brake the rotor over about 30 seconds.
knowledgemonger 1 year ago
@embeddedprogrammer
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layadilay99 1 year ago
your dog is so chill...
Georgeqaws 1 year ago
@Georgeqaws
lol... that dog is like whatevs
Leadman1989 1 year ago
How much power does this generate?
MindofScience3 1 year ago
I like your presentation but why add a gear? Can't the wind turbine axle turn the alternator directly? Doesn't seem efficient. Also, if hi powered magnets were used on the bottom support so that the turbine would "float" it would be far more efficient and less noisy. What does this generator put out in 10mph wind?
clarkewi 1 year ago 6
@clarkewi Gear increases RPM for the alternator I use which needs a few hundred RPM. Around 60 Watts.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago 4
@embeddedprogrammer but it is less efficient since the kinetic energy of the turbine is first converted to the gears loosing energy because of friction then converted to the generator. Wouldnt you loose a lot of power?
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@embeddedprogrammer
"Gear increases RPM for the alternator I use which needs a few hundred RPM."
Actually couldnt you have used the wheel and pedal construct of a bicycle for this?
Maxuskrachus 8 months ago
@embeddedprogrammer I would think that you lose 3-4% from the gears (they are not lubricated at all) and subject to wear. It would be easier to produce a motor that fits the RPM needed, IMO. I understand the main goal to produce this cheaply (which your design achieves very well).
realestatenow 8 months ago
@embeddedprogrammer I would think that you lose 3-4% from the gears (they are not lubricated at all) and subject to wear. It would be easier to produce a motor that fits the RPM needed, IMO. I understand the main goal to produce this cheaply (which your design achieves very well). Also, may want to consider a maximum wind blocking mechanism so the device does not break in a storm.
realestatenow 8 months ago
@embeddedprogrammer why couldent you have used pullys and a drive belt
mazdaman222 8 months ago
@mazdaman222 I guess he's trying to keep it simple. The more parts, the more that can go wrong with it and the more expensive in money and time for maintenance.
mrfester42 6 months ago
@mrfester42 that makes sence but it would have been easer to use pullys rather than build your own gears but i guess he probly wanted to show off his toys lol
mazdaman222 6 months ago
@mazdaman222 I would learn to spell before criticizing others.
sense not sence
probably not probly
I love how the imbeciles are always the ones attacking others on youtube.
Glass homes and stone throwing is never a good combination thou fool.
PhineasaPriest 4 months ago
@PhineasaPriest how was i attacking any one and where did i say anything about throwing rocks at glass houses and your the one attacking others you fucking piece of shit i was just asking why he chose gears over belts and pulleys also i was typing fast so i didn't notice the spelling who cares about spelling mistakes i don't know a single person who spells every thing correctly all the time
mazdaman222 4 months ago
@mazdaman222 thats the best you can do imbecile? Notice the post I commented on is now missing. Resorting to 9th grade JR. High school potty mouth infantile behavior won't argue your case either. Oh which is it your or you're the one attacking.... I would sue my teachers for failing in your education, if I were you. Next time you prepare to do a battle of wit please come armed.
PhineasaPriest 4 months ago
@PhineasaPriest you are fucked i wasn't attacking any one i was asking a fucking question and i wish you would say shit to my face instead of being a little bitch on the fucking computer everyone has balls when there shielded behind a computer screen i would love to hear you say that to my face so go fuck your self oh and good job finding my 2 month old comment you fucking faggot
mazdaman222 4 months ago
@mazdaman222 LITTLE BOY you have serious mental disturbances. You talk about saying things to ones face then hide behind a keyboard making threats. There is a difference I made no threats unlike silly little you. I put many little loud mouths boys like you in prison and before I retire I am sure many more will go there crying mommy help me. Tough little boy with a loud mouth. I bet Mommy is proud of the fool she bore. Quit while you just look like a fool. Don't make life harder on yourself.
PhineasaPriest 4 months ago
@mazdaman222 I bet you are from either England or Canada judging by your mouth. Just a guess. In Detroit people don't last long running their mouth as you have. You may try to grow up son. Too bad you didn't have a Father to teach you right. It's been fun but I have to get to work...
PhineasaPriest 4 months ago
@PhineasaPriest I love how the imbeciles are always the ones attacking others on youtube.
MrItchyElbow 2 months ago
@clarkewi "I like your presentation but why add a gear? Can't the wind turbine axle turn the alternator directly? Doesn't seem efficient."
with gears,u can create a "gear ratio equlally contol of the speed,power,etc.......direct drice drive your limited.
good example,look at a 10 speed bike....first gear suks....
theewelder 1 year ago
also reduces stress and more complicated mods to the alternator.
MrKPL2 4 months ago in playlist Free Energy
man you are awesome! man after my own heart. I have watched countless morons on youtube, but your stuff is creative and well thought. I would love to hang out with you, we could build some cool stuff! hope you check out some of my videos too
justinmy300z 1 year ago
I am a mechanic and I can assure you, at that alternator speed you won't produce any electricity. You need to speed up the alternator a lot more to produce 14 volts. 12 volts or less is nothing if you are using 12 volt batteries.
Also, a pulley and belt setup is much more efficient and quiet and will actually last much longer. Hope this helps
torkjoy1 1 year ago
@torkjoy1 The alternator is modified with neodymium magnets to produce electricity at much lower RPM than an automotive alternator. After over two years of operation these gears still look like new.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
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hello where you buy the small cnc machine? what is the price in usa? and where? There are some websites where sell online? thanks
juanjomf97 1 year ago
hello where you buy the small cnc machine? what is the price in usa? and where? There are some websites where sell online? thanks
juanjomf97 1 year ago
@juanjomf97 google "imservice router". Around two grand.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
@juanjomf97 Check out 'Probotix' - They have a neat CNC machine that uses free software and a cheap Dremel as a head drive. I am cutting (slowly) everything from hard aluminum to softwood with only the red low-torque stepper motors.
shmackahippie 1 year ago
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milleracer69 1 year ago
Also something to think about: what is that alternator rated for in output?
you seem like a pretty mechanically capable guy, you should build your own motor to get the best bang for your buck.
milleracer69 1 year ago
hey, great design idea using gears.
I do have some ideas that may allow you to take more advantage of your setup.
1-I am not sure how durable a cutting board is, but have you considered using motorcycle sprockets? They can be bought in steel or aluminum and should last alot longer.
2-The faster the altenator spins, the more electricity it should produce. Adding 1 or 2 step down gears and making the final gear around the motor as small as possible should give you a ton more voltage
milleracer69 1 year ago
@milleracer69 I like gears but belts/pulleys and chains/sprockets will work too. I now have a smaller gear on the alternator which makes more electricity
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
@milleracer69 Already did on different turbines. See my other videos for more info.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
One thought is to use a ball barring set up that would go on the inside of the pipe at the top, for there's mostly just side to side pressure at the top. Others have said what I think about other aspects. Overall great start, more than I've done, though I do have a water wind-mill, but it's not worth the money I save in electricity, & I don't have the psi I would like.
johnbevington 1 year ago
Let's see...
You started this with snow on the ground, now it's spring.
You spent three months making your turbine? (OK, not full-time.)
Considering the time and energy you've invested in that project, and the 12 volts DC you're generating, that rig should pay for itself in like, what? 30, maybe 40 years?
I highly commend your skills, and hate to be a wet blanket, but, you know...
Just sayin'...
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Nice dog. (Who's thinking your time would've been better spent throwing tennis balls for him.)
skeilak 1 year ago
@skeilak I thought a lot between steps.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
@embeddedprogrammer
I understand. I'm not trying to be mean, and I really do commend your skills. I just felt that you invested a lot of time and effort, for not much of a return. If you did it as a learning experience, that's fine. But I just can't see many practical applications for home wind turbines. That said, you built a nice one. (Although, I would have lubed the hell out of those bearings. It sounded like you ran them dry.)
skeilak 1 year ago
I really Like your videos - However, your dog enjoys the vibes even better.
ihateyoda 1 year ago
@ihateyoda He sure does.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
Smart way to live off the grid.
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rebelliouseoagj 1 year ago
like it and so does that dog mother earth see people
o yes try sale them on ebay e.g the gear's?
SuperAaron969 1 year ago
like it and so does that dog mother earth see people
SuperAaron969 1 year ago
thanks for showing. cool indeed. nice dog, too.
kumsamut 1 year ago
@kumsamut Thanks.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
can you send me a gear? hehe? probably the only thing i cant do :/
shingpoo5 1 year ago
@shingpoo5 Gear is available on my website at berezintechnologies (dot) com
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
inexpensive, yes, but if u have already a CAD CAM machine
DoubleMoiCoco 1 year ago
@DoubleMoiCoco you can use bicycle chain and sprockets instead of gears
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
@DoubleMoiCoco
do not let the tools put you off cut by hand very easy or look for some gear's? peace out
SuperAaron969 1 year ago
@SuperAaron969 Thanks.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
nice build but for the material use, visual impact, difficulty, wear and efficiency it looks like a normal prop turbine on the roof is much prefered.
DanFrederiksen2 1 year ago
STOP calling it a turban.
Ashitaka255 1 year ago
I'm not an engineer but it seemed to me that one could find much better bearings than a lazy Susan from walmart. wouldn't some sort of automotive wheel bearings do a better job - less drag, less noise, more stability? And could be gotten for dirt cheap at the junk yard?
I love your idea and your ingenuity. You're the garage mechanic whom the President was referring to in his energy policy remarks. Good on you!
gsantoliquido 1 year ago
@gsantoliquido Check out my other videos where we use magnetic bearings
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
what is the of "machine" for cut the plastic? please, sorry for my inglish
galenzo17 1 year ago
So all that for a 12 volt battery? Pardon my ignorance, but what kind of usage is this practical for?
It doesn't seem like I can power my kitchen-refrigerator with it or anything and save on my electric bill...
ubersteigen 1 year ago
At first I wasnt digging it, but once I saw it running it looks like it can be real good option as compared to a fan type. Pretty safe, low cost, not as visible if you dont want to advertise that you have one, and it will never rust. If your up for ideas on improvement, "I" would put the generator and wires on the top instead. I think that would help on keeping hands, stray plastic trash bags and rain etc off it.
19hawk11 1 year ago
I don't know anyone who has a computer-aided robotic cutter.
pinkyzoey 1 year ago 16
@pinkyzoey yeah, who then needs the eco energy!
SamMulie 1 year ago
@pinkyzoey Then you should buy or make one. I also sell the gears.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago 7
@embeddedprogrammer I read a rumor that a powerful water pump and a large syringe tip can be modified to make a high pressure water cutter. Would love to try that one out!
venomousbird 1 year ago
@embeddedprogrammer Could I use leather strap and not gears?
garmichi3 11 months ago
@embeddedprogrammer Better to put that $100 in stronger magnets in the generator and direct drive instead of using gears.
HiFiman4u 8 months ago
@pinkyzoey you don't need a cnc machine to make the gears. matthias wandell of woodgears*ca created a gear design program which allows one to easyily make gears of all types (involute, ring, pin, r&p) by making a scaled printout which can be glued to your material (wood, plastic) and cut with a bandsaw. no math, noting. just select some settings, print and follow the lines. there is an internet, a full function freeware (display is weird) and a 25$ payware version. check his channel too.
maxdecphoenix 1 year ago
@pinkyzoey You do now : )
JoeCubicle 10 months ago
@pinkyzoey I bet a bycycle sprocket and chain would work.
editre011774 9 months ago
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editre011774 9 months ago
@pinkyzoey HA!
korvinv 9 months ago
how do u keep the generator from water damage? and where wld u store the energy created? how cld u hook it up to yur house powergrid?
good vid, deff gonna try this experiment
CleanX409 1 year ago
great idea.... it looks like it is lifting your generator gear in the video back it off a little and it won't lift up , and less drag. also you might want to try actuall plate bearings for less drag and better weather resistance . it's beutiful.
jackhunter555 1 year ago
i think the design and parts are GREAT but wouldnt it work better as a horizontal design? that way there is even less weight on the gears?
maddhatter7891 1 year ago
I know that you can build your own CNC (had to do so for my Masters) but I also know that it is not cheap to do so. What suggestion do you have for people with no CNC? Any suggestions on gear sizes so that people can find some to recycle?
breefolk 1 year ago
@breefolk Just watched The Colony on Discover channel. They made their own wind turbine (fan style) but they used the gears off of bicycles. During the show they indicated that the back set off a 10 or 12 speed bike could be geared up or down to assist in spinning the alternator faster or slower, depending on their needs. Of course you would have to be dependent on chains, that may break or snap, but it is an alternative way to gear any type of wind turbine.
sc00b3rt 1 year ago 2
Tell ya what...I firs found this video researching wind turbines and today im researching gears..and ba bam...Nice work man.
yaderay 1 year ago
Try to put a chain and separate the gears this will isolate the alternator from the windmill vibrations also grease the whole thing to reduce the friction between the gears and the chain.
Or at least grease the gears so they will have less friction.
juanfrancisco227 1 year ago
Bravo! I thought this was very clever. Looking forward to seeing what's next.
diirtburns 1 year ago
...not expensive if you already have a machining device...
tomasconleche 1 year ago
@tomasconleche or you can use bicycle gears and chain for free in the garbage.
jackhunter555 1 year ago 2
@jackhunter555 That's good thinkin!
tomasconleche 1 year ago
Hello, thanks for the informative videos and for taking the time generally. I have a few questions covering both videos. What the dickens is a lazy susan? did the plastic piping axle hold up to the rpm required to generate any meaningful voltage? can you cut metal with a cnc machine? how did your plastic gears hold up? Was the dog helping in any way? (kidding) What was your gear ratio? What windspeed did you have before you popped 12v? Cheers :)
makesnoodds 1 year ago
Just like this Floating "C" Globe
/watch?v=CgHQw4KSpuw
KOmaSHOOTER 1 year ago
let the tube fly in the air with a magnet
the rotation will be allot faster if the tube is flying in the air.
Use the rejection of 2 magnets.
KOmaSHOOTER 1 year ago
@KOmaSHOOTER I will try that out on my six turbine model.
embeddedprogrammer 1 year ago
@embeddedprogrammer what doe's komashooter mean? with the magnets?
masterjmich 1 year ago
Great idea, I love the dog :-)
pushpull76 1 year ago
whats the part that turns and generates power?
comptonassjt 1 year ago
nice dog you got there what is the output like for this contraption?
I am extremely interested in building an item such as this
lockbreak12 1 year ago
A bigger gear on the barrel side about the diamiter of the barrels would increase the rounds turned by the generator per one turn of the wind turbine.
sp00ktube 1 year ago
have you tried or considered using a spline shaft to attach the turbine mast to the generator?
twoloops66 1 year ago