Feasibility Study on a Low Power Vertical Axis Wind-Powered Generator

Abstract

This paper describes investigations carried out to establish a design concept for a 1 kW wind-powered generator suitable for use as an alternative power source in isolated locations. Design criteria include high power to weight ratio, simplicity of assembly and potential for fixed, mobile or portable applications. The report proposes a suitable configuration using a Darrieus straight blade rotor with a microprocessor based control system and provides information on the power output to be expected in different wind environments.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Sep 01, 1980
Accession Number
ADA112908

Entities

People

  • L. J. Vencel
  • M. L. Robinson
  • T. Puust
  • W. R. Crook

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  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Assembly
  • Computers
  • Computing Devices
  • Control Systems
  • Department Of Defense
  • Design Criteria
  • Engineering
  • Environment
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Generators
  • Microprocessors
  • Optimization
  • Systems Engineering
  • Test And Evaluation

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