Simplified wind power systems

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Authors & editors	Park, Jack [Author]
Publisher	Hellion, Inc
Year of publication	1975
Languages	English (main text)
Medium	Book
Edition	2
Topics	Energy & power > Wind power
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Scope & content	A simplified guide to wind power systems in the United States. Chapter headings: Section A: Basic Design. Includes: the design process, power required, the water pump, the electric power generator, electric power required, wind energy available, wind power, windmill size, and windmill efficiency. Section B: Aerodynamic Design. Includes: Airfoils, airfoil aerodynamics, windmill blade angle determination, and hybrid blade angles. Section C: Structural and Mechanical Design. Includes: Structural design, centrifugal force, windmill drag, torque, safety factor, load conditions, blade strength, and construction methods. Section D: Power Systems. Includes: Energy storage, storage batteries, fuel cells, flywheels, pumped water, and inverters.