Handy Man Source » Wind Towers http://www.handyman-source.com Green Energy | Solar Energy | Wind Power | HHO Gas | Alternative Energy Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:09:37 +0000 en hourly 1 Homemade Wind Generators and the Benefits of Switching to Wind Power http://www.handyman-source.com/2928/homemade-wind-generators-and-the-benefits-of-switching-to-wind-power/ http://www.handyman-source.com/2928/homemade-wind-generators-and-the-benefits-of-switching-to-wind-power/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:47:14 +0000 Handy Man http://www.handyman-source.com/2928/homemade-wind-generators-and-the-benefits-of-switching-to-wind-power/ The advantage of a homemade wind generator is multi-fold. Though on one hand, it reduces the dependence on traditional methods of generating power and reduces our monthly bills on the other we can do our part in saving the environment, since it is one of the cleanest and endless sources of power today. Basically, a homemade wind generators consists of DC motor, blades, a hub and a tower. The best part is that if you want to switch to wind power and start living off grid then you don't have to spend thousands of dollars on a brand-new commercial wind turbine when you can simply build your own in your own backyard for no more than $200.

The most important part of a wind turbine is the tower. The higher its tower the more amount of energy that is being generated. After all, the height of the tower is constrained by the cost and the look. Thus a higher and more aesthetic tower will cost you slightly more than a shorter tower. Another thing to keep in mind is that the system will not work efficiently if it is not connected to the ground properly. This is mainly because, if it is flexible, its height can be altered to suit the wind patterns of the day. In case of extremely bad weather or lightning, it can be removed and kept safely to avoid damage.

Other primary concerns are the location of the wind tower. It's an absolute waste if it were surrounded by trees or buildings or anything else that blocks the free flow of wind. Finally, the power of the wind towers must be taken into consideration. For a given specification, only a maximum allowed speed of the wind is bearable. If the speed exceeds that, it tends to get damaged. Selecting a proper location for your wind turbine will reflect on its effectiveness. Anyone can build their own homemade wind generator to start saving on their monthly bills, all you need is a solid DIY wind power guide to assist you throughout the project. There are several DIY guides online that you should consider, however it is recommended that you choose one that comes with a customer support in case you run any troubleshooting.

If you're tired of high electricity bills, discover how thousands of families worldwide benefit from homemade wind turbines and solar panels to power their homes.

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If you're tired of high electricity bills, discover how thousands of families worldwide benefit from homemade wind generators and solar panels to power their homes.

For more information on how to build your own wind turbine visit our Earth 4 Energy Review.

]]> http://www.handyman-source.com/2928/homemade-wind-generators-and-the-benefits-of-switching-to-wind-power/feed/ 0 Harnessing Clean Energy: Wind Power http://www.handyman-source.com/2476/harnessing-clean-energy-wind-power/ http://www.handyman-source.com/2476/harnessing-clean-energy-wind-power/#comments Sat, 16 Jan 2010 02:38:23 +0000 Handy Man http://www.handyman-source.com/2476/harnessing-clean-energy-wind-power/ Wind power may be invisible to the eye, but it can potent when correctly harnessed. Wind has been a source of energy for a long time. It was used by the Chinese and by the Babylonians 4,000 years ago, to power pumps for irrigation. In The Middle Ages, Europeans use windmills to grind corn.

At present, wind power can be harnessed to produce electricity. This is basically done by erecting a tall tower, with a propeller on top. The wind makes the propeller rotate, and the rotating mechanisms then in turn generate electricity. A wind farm is an area with several such towers operating, which, combined, produce enough energy to provide power to a whole area.

The more wind towers there are, the more electricity is produced. Location is key to maintaining a productive wind farm. The area should have steady, strong winds, blowing at all times. Ideal regions include coastal areas, open plains, hills tops, and mountain gaps. Some wind farms are located offshore. The average wind velocity should be approximately 25 km per hour.

Aside from the location, the size of the propeller is an essential factor as well. The bigger the propeller, the larger the volume of wind that can be harnessed, in order to extract energy. The blades can be angled, so as to cope best with the wind speed.

Some wind towers are designed to turn their propellers with the direction of the wind. There designs utilize vertical turbines. The height of the towers should also be set to the wind's strongest point. In some areas, the land below is used as farmland. That maximizes the space and productivity of the area and ensures that the land is not be wasted at all.

Pros and Cons of Using Wind Power

There are disadvantages to using wind power. When the wind isn't blowing, a farm won't produce power. Another disadvantage is that many suitable areas have a high real estate value, especially in the case of coastal lots. Some don't like it when the wind towers block scenery, and consider windmills as eyesores. Wind generators are noisy, which can be very disturbing to some.

Wind power has its advantages as well. Some wind farms are tourist attractions and bring visitors into an area. Remote areas which are off the main energy grids can use the wind, for a supply of electricity to their communities. The power itself is free, and the turbines don't any fuel power in order to operate. It also produces no harmful side effect, and doesn't emit any dangerous gases into the air.

While it is true that there are drawbacks to using this form of energy, however, it is also true that the disadvantages involved with the uses of polluting fossil fuels are far more harmful and problematic in the long run.

Learn more about wind power and how additional forms of alternative energy can be used, at Alternative Energy.
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