Simplified wind power systems
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| Authors & editors | |
| Publisher | Hellion, Inc |
| Year of publication | 1975 |
| Languages | English (main text) |
| Medium | Book |
| Edition | 2 |
| Topics | |
| Tags | |
| 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. |
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Accession no. 229690
- Shelf location: G580-PAR
- Donor: Michael Dufau
