Vertical Wind Generator
20 March 2009
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Do you know that there is another type of wind power machine? This is known as the Vertical Axis Wind Turbine or VAWT. This machine is uniquely designed so that it can be linked to a flat surface, roof or stand on its own through a platform. The location is not important for as long as there is a flat surface, you should be able to attach the VAWT to it.
There are many advantages when using the Vertical Wind Generator. First of all, you can place this generator very close to the ground and you do not need a tower to support it. In addition, you do not have to point this where there is wind. It will still work.
If there are good points, there are downsides to it as well such as difficulty involved in mounting the VAWT onto towers. Due to this flaw, this generator work slower and requires wind flow closer to the ground this leads to reduced energy production. In reality, the VAWT can only product 50% of the power that the standard wind generator can produce. It is not possible to install this type of generator in any steep area.
Now, that you are aware of the negative and positive effects of using the Vertical Wind Generator. You can decide for yourself if this is the type of wind generator that you need or you will require in order to produce alternative power source for your house that can reduce your monthly electricity bill.
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