The cost of electricity nowadays are heightening up to such extremes that it is only sensible that people find ways to cut down their expenses and focus more on a means to conserve energy. The natural and alternative sources of energy such as the use of solar cells and homemade wind turbines are the most popular.
Homemade wind turbines are able to provide electricity in your home and also to your business. The cost of constructing the turbine is nothing compared to the total costs of electrical expenditures in the next ten years or so if we turn down the idea of building a wind turbine. Many industries have adapted to this means of sourcing energy because it proves to be cost effective, economical and most of all, environmental friendly.
Of course, it does not happen with random planning. This is because there is a complex system that is involved in this energy-producing machine.
Another aspect that needs attention in order for the turbine to work effectively is the location. If you build it in place that has too many obstructions such buildings and huge trees that affects wind current, then it shall pose a huge threat to your project.
As such, there’s no need to actually hire an electrical or mechanical engineer to make it possible. You can make your own homemade wind turbine, provided you take note on the very important rules and prerequisites.
Homemade wind turbines make use of wind to generate electricity. That’s why it is best in the highlands or farms because the wind there is abundant and there are only a few buildings.
Now that you’re done with the location, the second step is to understand the parts of a wind mill or a wind turbine. A wind turbine is comprised of three components.
The three components are the motor, tower and blades. The blades must face the wind so that it rotates with the current. Then the motor, as the center of the whole machine converts the wind current into electricity for your household or establishment. The purpose of the tower is to hold everything together.
The turbine creates power through the current of the wind. An inverter is needed to convert that current into electricity. Also, wires are involved so if you have no experience, you should study how these wirings work and where they must be connected. Once built, the next important rule is to make sure that the fan is well fitted and snug against the tower in such a way that it can resist the strong winds.