Vertical wind turbines Santiago, Dominican Republic

These wind turbines are moved by low winds and even at high speed winds they will not go out of control. They are very high torque and very efficient. They measure 6 feet height by 11 feet wide and are made out of fiberglass and steel. This design is very safe for birds and do not need to be installed as high as other types of wind turbines. They are completely silent and are esthetically pleasing, a hypnotic blend of science and sculpture. If you would like information about this turbine write to: Arturo Moises Email Arturomoises@live.com

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Science & Technology

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• Wind
• windmill
• mill
• turbine
• green energy
• alternative
• generator solar

[derman077]

Hello, great design. I wonder though. the horizontal parts on top and bottom, would efficiency increase if there were relief holes in them? I've read that when designing these things,we want to avoid pockets. Keep up the good work. Those things look awesome. Is it an off grid system?

[arturomoises64]

@derman077 Thank you for your comments, The pockets are there to catch the wind, Not an off the grid system...we are working on it.

[derman077]

@arturomoises64 The laws of physics at play are tricky. Have you seen the separated bubble science from auto technology? The pocket catches its fill of air and the rest skips over it. To get maximum efficiency it should skip past and not be trapped. Still, even with pockets your system is very strong. Also very well built. You guys are good. Fiberglass, wow, I thought it was stretched canvas. Off grid or grid tied?

[arturomoises64]

@derman077I have to admit, I am not as smart as I pretend to be. I have not experimented making holes on the pockets, before your comments I never even considered it. Do you really think the pockets will get full of air and not let new winds get in? I am trying to make sense of your suggestion... in my mind.

[jota4u]

How much power does this system provide? And how many batteries is it hooked up to? How long does it take to charge the batteries? Thanks, for the answers my friend.

[arturomoises64]

@jota4u I have 8 batteries connected to two of them, 12volts @125 Amps each. They never get discharged.

[arturomoises64]

@danphobic Thank you, and yes you are right about the rotation.

[arturomoises64]

@vivek00 Well thank you, I am truly grateful for your kind words.

[vivek00]

The music matches the graceful movements of the wind turbine. I like to see this video everyday. And I will not be able to rest until I build one like this and dance alongside.

[danphobic]

This is so great. Thanks for sharing. I have been making my own VAWTs at home as well,i've got a video. I too reject the idea that renewable energy has to expensive. You have really made the most of the space up there. I like they way they spin opposite ways to each other which makes the most of the wind(although the left one travels with it's neighbour, is this to test which way works best?).Did you consdider that a slightly lopsided curve(aerofoil) can increase the output of a savonius design?

[vivek00]

This is the most practical DIY design for roof mounting that I have seen. Congratulations Arturo.