ГИДРОКИНЕТИЧЕСКИЙ ГЕНЕРАТОР ЭНЕРГИИ

Группа изобретений относится к устройству для извлечения энергии в форме электричества из потоков текучей среды. Гидрокинетический генератор 200 содержит погружной корпус, турбину 216, смонтированную в корпусе, содержащую по меньшей мере одно рабочее колесо 218 и по меньшей мере один электрический генератор для преобразования механической энергии турбины 216 в электрическую энергию. Генератор имеет множество удлиненных элементов, содержащих один или более магнитных участков и несколько обмоток, расположенных в корпусе и предназначенных для обеспечения электромагнитного взаимодействия с магнитными участками. Удлиненные элементы расположены вокруг по меньшей мере одного колеса 218 и закреплены на нем. Рабочее колесо 218 содержит множество спиральных винтообразных лопастей 215, расположенных вокруг общей оси от ее переднего конца до заднего конца. Радиус лопастей 215 экспоненциально увеличивается от переднего конца к заднему концу. Группа изобретений направлена на создание улучшенного гидрокинетического ...

ТУРБОКОМПРЕССОР ДЛЯ ТРАНСПОРТНОГО СРЕДСТВА

Изобретение относится к системам извлечения энергии, а более конкретно к устройству, повышающему эффективность системы извлечения энергии. Устройство (192) содержит впускной патрубок (200), воздухозаборник (204), по меньшей мере, одну поверхность, имеющую профиль (54) Коанда. Впускной патрубок (200) выполнен с возможностью направления потока (202) отходящего газа в устройство (192). Воздухозаборник (204) выполнен с возможностью введения потока (206) воздуха в устройство (192). Поверхность, имеющая профиль (54) Коанда, выполнена с возможностью захвата поступающего воздуха (206) посредством потока (202) отходящего газа для создания высокоскоростного потока (208) воздуха. Устройство (192) может быть выполнено с возможностью захвата массы поступающего воздуха (206) по отношению к массе потока (200) отходящего газа в отношении от около 5 до около 22. Профиль Коанда может представлять собой логарифмический профиль. Также в изобретении представлен турбокомпрессор (196) для двигателя внутреннего ...

ВЕТРОТУРБИНА СО СМЕСИТЕЛЯМИ И ЭЖЕКТОРАМИ

... 1. Способ, включающий: ! а. вырабатывание уровня мощности, превышающего предел Бетца для осевой ветротурбины, имеющей бандаж турбины с расширяющимся впускным отверстием и рабочее колесо, расположенное дальше по потоку и имеющее кольцо из лопаток рабочего колеса, посредством: ! i. приема и направления первичной воздушной струи окружающего воздуха в расширяющееся впускное отверстие и через бандаж турбины; ! ii. приведения рабочего колеса внутри бандажа во вращение посредством первичной воздушной струи, в результате чего первичная воздушная струя передает энергию рабочему колесу; и ! iii. вовлечения и смешивания вторичной воздушной струи окружающего воздуха только с первичной воздушной струей, которая прошла через рабочее колесо, посредством смесителя и эжектора, расположенных последовательно за рабочим колесом. ! 2. Способ по п.1, дополнительно включающий поддержание уровня мощности, превышающего предел Бетца, по меньшей мере, в течение множества дней. ! 3. Способ по п.1, дополнительно включающий ...

СПОСОБ ПРЕОБРАЗОВАНИЯ ЭНЕРГИИ ВЕТРА И УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ЕГО РЕАЛИЗАЦИИ

... 1. Способ преобразования энергии ветра, отличающийся тем, что воздушный поток ветра подают на вход усилителя скорости ветра, выход усилителя подключают к входу рабочей камеры посредством воздуховода, многокамерного, многопоршневого роторного двигателя, которые подключают в рабочий процесс последовательно по кругу, три стенки рабочей камеры выполняют неподвижными на которых в конце рабочего цикла размещают щели выпуска отработанного воздуха и одна стенка рабочей камеры выполнена подвижной, свободно вращающейся с поршнями расположенными на ней по длине рабочей камеры, на внешней стороне подвижной стенки рабочей камеры размещают полюса постоянных магнитов электрической машины с неподвижным якорем и обмотками, стенки прямоугольного конусообразного усилителя скорости ветра выполняют подвижными, открывающимися и снабжают ограничителем скорости ветра и звеном поиска направления ветра. ! 2. Устройство для преобразования энергии ветра для осуществления способа по п.1, отличающееся тем, что поступающий ...

Windblume, eine Windturbine zum Zwecke der Stromerzeugung, oder gattungsmäßiger Art zur Energiegewinnung

Wind-driven electricity generator has upright rotor within a housing with vertical wind inlet slits

A wind-driven electricity generator consists of a horizontal duct with a vertical cylinder holding a wider upright rotor and anchored within a base housing (12). The rotor is located within a housing with one or more axial inlet slits formed by overlapping lips. The rotor has a number of upright blades and is coupled to a generator.

Wind energy converter with pivotable rotor blades and return spring

The converter machine has a substantially horizontal rotor shaft pivotable about a vertical axis and carrying sixteen uniformly distributed radial blades (28), each of which is pivotable about a radial axis against a spring (41) tending to reduce the angle of attack. The pivot axis is positioned in relation to the cross-section of the blade so that wind speeds exceeding a predetermined limit give rise to a greater torque. Either the blade is moved rapidly to another final position until the wind speed falls, or the angle is reduced slightly and declines into the final position as wind speed rises.

BANDFÖRMIGE LAUF- ODER LEITSCHAUFELANORDNUNG UND VERFAHREN ZUR HERSTELLUNG

Die Erfindung betrifft eine bandförmige Lauf- oder Leitschaufelanordnung für Lauf- oder Leiteinrichtungen einer Turbine, ein Verfahren zur Herstellung einer solchen Anordnung und eine Lauf- oder Leitschaufeleinrichtung mit einer solchen Anordnung, wobei die bandförmige Anordnung einen Bandträger (4a), und eine Vielzahl von auf dem Bandträger (4a) angeordneten Lauf- oder Leitschaufeln (6a) aufweist ...

Verfahren und Vorrichtung zur Nutzung der Windenergie

Zur Nutzung der Windenergie wird durch Lenkung des Windes Strömung wirksam auf einen Rotor zum Umsetzen der Strömungsenergie geführt, indem durch die Lenkung DOLLAR A - der Wind von einer Stelle höherer Windgeschwindigkeit an eine für die Aufstellung des Rotors bevorzugte Stelle niedrigerer Windgeschwindigkeit geleitet wird, DOLLAR A - der Strömungsquerschnitt verdichtend und die Strömungsgeschwindigkeit erhöhend verengt wird, DOLLAR A - eine Seite eines Rotors mit quer zur Windrichtung angeordneter Achse abgeschirmt wird und/oder DOLLAR A - in Strömungsrichtung hinter dem Rotor eine Sogwirkung erzeugt wird. DOLLAR A Konkret vorgeschlagen ist ein hohler Turm (2) mit einer Windfangöffnung (5) am oberen Ende und einem im Hohlquerschnitt des Turmes (2) gebildeten Strömungskanal, der nach unten zu mindestens einem nahe der Erdoberfläche angeordneten Rotor (12; 14) zum Umsetzen der Strömungsenergie führt, hinter dem ein Auslass (13) für die Luft angeordnet ist. Ein oberer Endabschnitt (3) des ...

Vorrichtung zur Erzeugung elektrischer Energie aus dem Fahrtwind

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Vorrichtung zur Gewinnung elektrischer Energie aus dem Fahrtwind (2) eines Kraftfahrzeugs (1) unter Verwendung eines dem Fahrtwind (2) ausgesetzten Walzen-Windgenerators (3). Bekannte derartige Vorrichtungen sind ineffizient und beeinflussen das äußere Erscheinungsbild des Kraftfahrzeugs. Die Aufgabe, eine derartige Vorrichtung so auszubilden, dass eine möglichst hohe Effizienz gewährleistet ist und das Erscheinungsbild des Fahrzeugs nicht beeinträchtigt wird, wird dadurch gelöst, dass der Walzen-Windgenerator (3) innerhalb der geschlossenen Karosserie des Kraftfahrzeugs (1), in Fahrtrichtung gesehen, hinter dessen Kühlergrill (4) angeordnet ist.

Method and apparatus for energy generation

System for controlling water level using bladed rotors

A system for controlling water level upstream of the system comprises a rotor assembly 110, preferably a pair or meshing rotor assemblies 110 each comprising a vertical axis rotor having radially extending vertical blades 124. The rotor assemblies 110 are disposed in a conduit 6, eg in through barrage, which has opposing surfaces, eg seal assemblies 112, which are contacted by the radially outer edge regions of the blades such that there is at least one position of each rotor assembly in which a blade is in contact with each of the opposing surfaces. Means are provided for controlling the speed of rotation of the rotor(s), eg by generating energy.

WINDTURBINE

... 1450348 Wind motors J GRONAGER 10 Oct 1974 [11 Oct 1973] 44020/74 Heading FIT A wind motor comprises a bladed rotor 2 on a centrebody 4 and surrounded by a shroud 5, the ratio of the shroud inlet opening to its outlet opening lying in the range 0À55 to 1À2, the ratio of the area swept by the rotor to the shroud outlet opening lying in the range 0À1 to 0À8, the opening angle of the shroud outlet from the rotor lying in the range 8 to 80 degrees, the ratio of the mean velocity through the rotor to the initial wind velocity lying in the range 1À5 to 8, and the mean drop of pressure across the rotor lying in the range 0À1 to 0À4 Newton per square metre per unit initial wind velocity squared. The opening angle of the shroud outlet preferably lies in the range 8 to 24 degrees, and, to avoid boundary layer separation in short shrouds, some wind power may be used to suck the boundary layer out of the outlet. The shroud and centrebody may be partially filled with a gas lighter than air so that, ...

Improvements in a wind motor

... 249,011. Seids, A. Aug. 21, 1925. Screw motors; casings; regulating. - A wind motor comprises two vane-wheels 5, 6 mounted in a cylindrical casing 2 having a supply funnel 1 at one end and an elliptical discharge funnel 3 at the other end which acts as a tail-vane to keep the revoluble casing 2 up to the wind. The vanes of the front-wheel 5 are spaced nearer together than those of the wheel 6. Shutters 8 in the funnel 1 yield under excessive wind pressure and uncover outlets for the wind.

Wind turbine venturi inlet

A wind turbine comprises an inlet which uses the venturi effect. The turbine rotor and an associated alternator may be enclosed and connected to the inlet. The inlet may take the form of a truncated cone, or may alternatively have a deltoid form (figures 4-6). The wind turbine may also be mountable on a flat or pitched roof (figures 14-18).

Generator

Wind speed accelerator

Transforming the energy of fluid flow, eg wind or river flow, into another form of energy

The kinetic energy of fluid flow, eg wind or river flow, is transformed into another form of energy, eg electrical, heat or mechanical, by flowing the fluid medium through a duct 1 and over a working surface of a working element 2 of an energy converter 28 so that the flow induces oscillations of the working element 2. The working element 2 may form a moving rectangular vane hinged at its downstream end and forming a partition separating the flow into two channels. The duct may have an inlet 10 in the form of a nozzle and an outlet 12 in the form of a diffuser. The vane 2 may be connected mechanically, eg via crank (50, fig.6), to the energy converter, eg dynamo (28, fig.5) or a pump. One or more turbines 200 may be located downstream of the vane 2; oscillation of the vane causes pulsations which actuate the turbine(s) more effectively than would a steady flow.

A barrage

Method and apparatus for energy generation

Method and apparatus for energy generation

Duct and rotor

Wind diverter

Apparatuses and methods are provided for a wind diverter at least partially encircling a wind turbine support column to direct the wind from an area around a wind turbine to the rotor blades of the wind turbine. The wind diverter may also reduce turbulence and increases the laminar flow of the airstream delivered to the rotor blades. Additionally, the wind diverter increases both the volume of air and the velocity of the airstream reaching the rotor so as to increase the rotor speed. Increasing the rotor speed increases the energy available to the wind turbine. Energy increases as the cube of the rotor speed and the increased energy produces an increase in the power generated by the wind turbine. The wind diverter also allows a wind turbine to begin producing energy at lower initial wind speeds due to the concentration of air.

Underwater installation-type water-flow power generation system

A water-flow power generation system 1 for underwater installation comprises a weight body 2 installed on a sea bottom, and a power generating device 3 including a power generating body 11 with a diagonal plate opening portion 12 to receive water flow. The power generating body 11 is moored to the weight body 2 through a mooring fixture 4. A rear part of the power generating body 11 has a turbine 13 driving a power generator 14. A hollow tank 15 is incorporated in the turbine 13 to provide sufficient buoyancy to support the rear part of the power generating body 11. A buoyancy body 5 is floated above the power generating body 11, and is connected to a front part of the power generating body 11 by pulling tools (e.g. ropes) 6.

Hydro electric generator

Wind deflector for wind turbine and wind turbine incorporating same

A device for converting the kinetic energy of a natural watercourse, especially a river, into mechanical energy and its conversion into electricity

A water energy conversion device comprises a water damming assembly provided in a watercourse (6, figure 19) (e.g. river) and comprising a rectangular support frame 1 provided with a sheet metal shutter 24. A position changing assembly 23 for changing the position of the water damming assembly comprises a driving sub-assembly which includes a threaded bar 57 rotated by an electric motor 70 connected to a controller 76 and is detachably connected to a reinforced concrete foundation (4, figure 19), a shoulder of which is hinged to an internal vertical post 2 of the support frame. A pusher frame 17 comprises bifurcated arms 16, 16' hinged with upper and lower free ends of the support frame and is connected to the threaded bar by a nut (22, figure 9) such that rotation of the threaded bar causes the nut to travel there along and causes the shutter to pivot relative to the foundation. The free end of the support frame is also detachably connected to a water turbine 10 which drives electric generator ...

Fluid powered generator

Turbine

A PRESSURE CONTROLLED WIND TURBINE ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

Fluid powered generator

Hydraulic power generating apparatus

Turbine.

Low-profile power-generating wind turbine

A pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system.

Hydraulic power generating apparatus

Turbine.

A pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system.

Fluid powered generator

Turbine.

Low-profile power-generating wind turbine

Low-profile power-generating wind turbine

A pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system.

WINDKRAFTANLAGE ZUR ENERGIEGEWINNUNG

CONTINUOUS VOLUME WIND TURBINE

SCHWUNGRAD FÜR WINDKRAFTWERKE

WIND ENERGY GENERATOR

ROTOR FÜR WINDKRAFTWERKE

Wind force device for energy recovery

A wind force device (1) for energy recovery is proposed, with a vane wheel (4) with running vanes (3) and with a guide device (5) accelerating the air flow through the vane wheel (4). To attain advantageous properties for energy recovery it is proposed that the guide device (5) consist of plural flow channels (6), tapering in the flow direction and arranged on the vane wheel (4) distributed in crown form around the shaft (2); and that the guide vanes (3) respectively follow a flow channel (6), and that the vane wheel (4) has an outer jacket (7) surrounding it. ...

WINDKRAFTANLAGE

The invention relates to a wind turbine comprising a collector chamber (2) that annularly encloses a solar updraft chimney (1) and that is covered by a light-permeable collector roof (9), the floor of said collector chamber being designed as an absorber (5) that extends radially outwards beyond the collector chamber (2). In order to achieve advantageous air heating, the collector roof (9) forms an absorber (11) in an annular outer section (10).

Hydroelectric/Hydrokinetic Turbine And Methods For Making And Using Same

The application relates to unidirectional hydrokinetic turbines having an improved flow acceleration system that uses asymmetrical hydrofoil shapes on some or all of the key components of the turbine. These components that may be hydrofoil shaped include, e.g., the rotor blades (34), the center hub (36), the rotor blade shroud (38), the accelerator shroud (20), annular diffuser(s) (40), the wildlife and debris excluder (10, 18) and the tail rudder (60). The fabrication method designs various components to cooperate in optimizing the extraction of energy, while other components reduce or eliminate turbulence that could negatively affect other component(s). 26-\ 26 -40 ...

Flow enhancement for underwater turbine generator

Solar power generator

FLUID ACTIVATED WHEEL/GENERATOR PAIR

Wind turbine with reduced radar signature

Twin turbine system which follows the wind/water (windtracker) for wind and/or water power, with optimized blade shape

The turbine system for wind and/or water power, wherein the radial turbines have a rotor which can rotate about an axis and comprises one or more turbine blades, wherein the turbine blades are aligned parallel to the rotor, wherein the turbine blades are arranged within a cylindrical shell, which is arranged concentrically around the axis and has an outer radius R1 and an inner radius R2, is characterized in that the turbine blades have a specific geometry and in that two radial turbines (1, 2) which are aligned alongside one another and parallel are arranged, which radial turbines (1, 2) are connected to one another and can pivot about a pivoting axis (15) parallel to the turbine axes (18), wherein the pivoting axis and the guide surfaces (3, 4) are not located on the connecting line between the turbine axes, and are both located on the same side of the connecting line. It is proposed that the abstract be published without any drawing.

Turbine-intake tower for wind energy conversion systems

A turbine-intake tower for delivering wind to a turbine has a hollow support column, an intake nozzle assembly rotatably coupled to the support column, and a tower nozzle disposed within the support column. The intake nozzle assembly is configured to receive and to accelerate wind. The tower nozzle is configured to receive the wind from the intake nozzle assembly and to further accelerate the wind received from the intake nozzle assembly for delivery to the turbine.

Power Generator and Turbine Unit

WIND TURBINE

FLOW ACCELERATOR

FLOW ENHANCEMENT FOR UNDERWATER TURBINE GENERATOR

A flow enhancement improvement for an underwater turbine generator is disclosed wherein a longitudinal hole is disposed in the central area, typically a hub of the generator, and a second, augmentor duct, preferably rigid, is disposed about the outer duct or housing of the unit to create a slot area. The slot and hollow hub create areas of smooth, laminar flow. The leading edges of the hub or central ring and the augmentor and outer ducts are elliptical to enhance the fluid dynamics of the structure. Optimal venture structures are disclosed.

MODULAR SYSTEM FOR GENERATING ELECTRICITY FROM MOVING FLUID

A modular system for producing electricity from the channel, river, ocean or tidal water currents and wind is disclosed. The embodiments of the system comprise a set of interconnected modules. Each module contains a fluid flow energy converter positioned in a protecting housing. A converter consists of a vertical axis underwater hydro-turbine or wind turbine, connected to the electrical generator. The turbine is essentially a paddlewheel having an arrangement of attached paddles with mutually perpendicularly oriented asymmetric blades that are fixed to the poles at both ends. Such orientation of blades provides a positive feedback minimizing the blades' friction while maximizing a drag force and maximizing the turbine's efficiency. The electrical generator transforms the rotational energy of the turbine into electricity. An array of modules may be arranged side by side, thus providing versatile configurations of submersible hydroelectric or wind power systems, which are inexpensive to build ...

DOUBLE DRAG WIND ROTOR

The invention describes a Wind Collector, referred to as the Drag Rotor, based on the air resistance, called the Drag, which is engendered by the foil surface of its body. In the wind industry, Rotors function as transformers of wind power into rotational motion, where stabilized velocity is primarily significant. In the Wind-Hydro Generator Process, referred to as the Process, and developed in a separate patent application, this rotation of the Drag Rotors transmits a torque, which turns a shaft, which actuates a Hydraulic Generator (pump, or motor or turbine acting like a pump), and converts the wind energy into kinetic force of a water flow (See Figure 6d). Drag Rotors preferably are coupled (see Figure 1) to enhance the wind power collection by using a common central deflector which enables minimizing any potential "negative drag". However a Drag Rotor may be exploited in single structure, using either a vertical or horizontal axis and according to the location where it is to be installed ...

A PRESSURE CONTROLLED WIND TURBINE ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

The present invention provides a pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system which includes a two part conical shroud to be located directly upwind of a turbine in order to augment the natural flow of air past blades of the turbine in a manner which produces increased power output from the turbine.

SUBMERSIBLE DEVICE FOR THE COUPLING OF WATER WHEELS OR TURBINES IN ORDER TO HARNESS ENERGY FROM FLOWING WATER

The invention relates to a submersible device for the coupling of water wheels or turbines in order to obtain energy from flowing water having a variable depth and flow direction. The device is intended to be installed on a sea or river bed using a pivoting mechanism and provided with a series of devices for controlling the inclination thereof and positioning same at the optimum angle of incidence between the water flow and the turbine. The invention also includes: points for housing the turbine at a sufficient distance from the attachment area; devices for measuring the intensity of the flow, connected to a system for analysing the data obtained; sealed compartments; and devices that can change the density in said compartments. The invention has a particular hydrodynamic shape that facilitates the orientation and stabilisation thereof within, and in the direction of, the flow, said shape being similar to that of a boomerang in profile view and that of an aircraft in plan view.

WIND TURBINE WHEEL

This invention is a new machine and process to generate electricity from natural wind. The shroud of the wind turbine is circular in shape and can be made any size to suit its application. The front of the shroud faces directly into the wind at all times, thus blocking, catching and funnelling the wind through the turbine wheel. The incoming wind enters the shroud and is immediately funnelled past the internal walls of the shroud which are sloped to the turbine wheel. Since the opening for the turbine wheel is much smaller than the opening of the shroud, the incoming wind is pressurized and accelerated prior to engaging the turbine wheel blades. This powerful captured wind turns the turbine wheel, which turns the drive shaft in the hub of the wheel thus turning the generator which creates the electricity.

WATER TURBINE WITH BI-SYMMETRIC AIRFOIL

Known underwater turbine units suffer from problems, e.g. an ability to operate in ebb and/or flow tides. Accordingly, the invention provides aerofoil (5), wherein the aerofoil (5) is symmetrical about a mid-chord line (A) thereof. The aerofoil (5) may be symmetrical about a chord (B) thereof. The underwater turbine unit (3) comprises at least one turbine (25) which comprises at least one blade (20) which comprises the aerofoil (5).

VERTICAL ENCLOSED ALL-DIRECTIONAL WIND TURBINE MACHINE

This invention is a new machine and process for generating electricity from the naturally occurring wind. Unlike other wind machines that face into the wind, this machine operates vertically, with the blades turning vertically to the earth's surface. (See Drawings: - Figures One, Two, Three, and Four) This machine does not have to turn to face the incoming winds to make it turn. Instead, the vertical blades are surrounded 360.degree. by vertical fins. These directional fins are adjustable and are shaped to create a venturi effect as the wind passes by them on the way to the inner turbine blades. The venturi effect speeds up the natural wind to give it more power when it hits the blades. Since these fins direct the angle of the wind, the natural wind can blow from any direction and the turbine blades will always operate at their maximum speed, based upon the venturi effect and the natural wind speed. The wind turbine turns a generator which creates electricity. Since the outside fins are ...

ANNULAR MULTI-ROTOR DOUBLE-WALLED TURBINE

ROLLING-DOOR-TYPE LOAD REGULATING DEVICE AND OCEAN ENERGY POWER GENERATING DEVICE USING THE SAME

A shutter door-type load regulating apparatus (1) and a marine power electric generator apparatus applying same. The shutter door-type load regulating apparatus (1) comprises a water-guiding unit (11), a drum shaft (12), and an actuator (13). The water-guiding unit (11) comprises at least two water-guiding plates (111) connected in parallel. The drum shaft (12) is fixedly connected to one extremity of the water-guiding unit (11). The actuator (13) is connected to the drum shaft (12). The actuator (13) actuates the drum shaft (12) into rotation to either expand or collapse the water-guiding unit (11). The shutter door-type load regulating apparatus (1) is capable of regulating a load applied to a hydraulic turbine; therefore, electricity generated by the marine power electric generator apparatus can be outputted smoothly and used directly, thus solving the problem of large fluctuations in electricity generation power output and poor stability of a conventional marine power electric generator ...

WIND TURBINE WITH REDUCED RADAR SIGNATURE

Various components of a shrouded wind turbine are coated with carbonyl iron powder. The resulting wind turbine has a reduced radar signature compared to conventional wind turbines.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EXTRACTING POWER FROM FLUID

Smooth, preferably variable-sweep fluid collection device surfaces disposed into opposition with wind, river, surf, ocean or tidal currents generate enhanced velocity fluid flows at length driven into onboard work-extracting disc turbines at advan-tageous angles of attack. Keyed to shafts turning freely through optionally extendable volutes, disc turbines comprising a dense population of smooth, axially fixed or adjustably spaced discs conducting preferably laminar flow between adjacent elements de-velop significant torque through boundary layer adhesion and viscous shear-stress between fluid layers. Exhaust of disc turbine throughput into divergent channels drafting into external currents of initially higher than ambient velocity and lower pressure may reduce turbine discharge backpressure, rapidly clear system throughput, and allow normally disadvantageous drag to be utilized to develop greater work generation. Gainfully turning with, instead of at odds to natural or anthropogenic currents ...

FLUID TURBINE

A shrouded fluid turbine comprises an impeller and a turbine shroud surrounding the impeller. The inlet of the turbine shroud is flared. The shroud includes alternating inward and outward curving lobe segments along a trailing edge of the turbine shroud. The inward and outward curving lobe segments have exposed lateral surfaces, or in other words do not have sidewalls joining the inward and outward curving lobe segments. This allows for both transverse mixing and radial mixing of air flow through the turbine shroud with air flow passing along the exterior of the turbine shroud.

TURBINE WITH UNEVENLY LOADED ROTOR BLADES

An unevenly loaded turbine rotor blade is disclosed herein, the blade including a power-extracting region adapted for radially- varied (relative to the axis of rotation) power extraction per mass flow rate. The pitch and/or shape of the airfoil at a first radial position may be configured, so that power extraction per mass flow rate at the first radial position is different than power extraction per mass flow rate at a second radial position. Thus, the power-extracting region may be advantageously configured to take advantage of a non-uniform flow profile across a rotor plane such as may be induced using a shrouded turbine.

WINDTURBINE.

Low pressure small hydroelectric power plant.

Ein Niederdruckwasserkraftwerk zur Erzeugung von elektrischer Energie weist einen Einlauf- und Beschleunigungskanal (17, 20), eine Turbinenkammer (22) mit einer Zentripetalturbine (3) sowie einen Saugstutzen (10) auf. Der Beschleunigungskanal (20), die Turbine (3) und Turbinenkammer (22) sind so dimensioniert, dass ein kontinuierlicher und maximaler Volumenstrom mit maximaler Strömungsgeschwindigkeit durch die Turbine strömt. Der Wasserstrom besitzt eine Froudezahl von um 1. Die Turbine (3) ist flach und breit ausgeführt. Die Turbine (3) liegt auf einer Höhe (hu) über einem Unterwasserspiegel (27), die in einem Bereich von 25 bis 50% der gesamten Fallhöhe (HF) des Wassers liegt. Das erfindungsgemässe Kraftwerk ermöglicht eine kostengünstige Ausführung und fischfreundlichen Betrieb.

Power plant for generating electrical energy from low pressure turbulence, has flow directing elements that are arranged around inner space parallel to longitudinal axis oriented perpendicular to ground at equal distance from each other

The power plant (1) comprises multiple flow directing elements (2) that are arranged around an inner space parallel to a longitudinal axis (17) oriented perpendicular to the ground at equal distance from each other. A turbine (4) is arranged between the flow directing elements in a direction of a streaming air mass. An electrical generator is driven by the turbine.

Wind energy using system for ventilation of buildings, has rotational bearing aligning supply air hood towards wind, and rotor used to produce electrical energy, and motor connected to rotor and used as generator

The system has a rotor (20) and an exhaust hood that is provided with openings through which air is sucked. Fresh air and exhaust air are supplied to a heat exchanger, where the exhaust air is guided to an exhaust air tube (60). A supply air regulating flap (40) regulates quantity of the supply air. A rotational bearing (80) aligns a supply air hood (10) towards wind. The rotor is used to produce electrical energy. A motor is connected to the rotor and is used as a generator. A cross-section of the hood is enlarged from a front edge of the rotor.

Hydroelectric unit used for generating electricity from the flow of a waterway comprises a water wheel with support and float for maintaining the water wheel immersed during operation

Hydroelectric unit (1) comprises at least one water wheel (2), at least one electricity generator (16) driven by the water wheel and a water-wheel support (4) connectable to a fixed structure in a pivoting manner. The support is sized and configured to maintain the water wheel at least partially immersed in the waterway during operation. The unit comprises at least one float (9) connected to the support which is positioned below the water wheel. An adjustment mechanism (13) controls the vertical distance between the float and the water wheel. An independent claim is included for a hydroelectric power plant generating electricity from the flow of a waterway.

Hydraulic turbine.

Turbine (1) comportant au moins une structure de support (2) apte à coopérer avec au moins un rotor (3) composé d’au moins un élément de support (4) solidaire avec au moins deux pales (5a, 5b), de préférence du type aube, caractérisée par le fait que les pales (5a, 5b) sont placées en position substantiellement symétrique l’un par rapport à l’autre, d’une part, avec leurs faces internes opposées l’une de l’autre, substantiellement le long de l’axe de rotation du rotor (3) et, d’autre part, en position décalée longitudinalement substantiellement le long de la perpendiculaire de l’axe de rotation du rotor (3) résultant en un canal central entre les extrêmes internes des chaque pale (5a, 5b) autour de l’axe de rotation du rotor (3). Dans le cas d’installation de la turbine (1) dans un milieu marin, la forme et la disposition des pales (5a, 5b) permettent la réversibilité du sens de rotation du rotor (3) et donc l’activation de la turbine tant par l’action du flux et que du reflux naturel des ...

A water turbine.

Turbine (1) pourvue d'au moins une paire de lames incurvées (4A, 4B), d'une part, placées, avec leurs faces concaves opposées l'une de l'autre le long de l'axe de rotation d'un dispositif rotatif (3) et, d'autre part, en position substantiellement symétrique et décalée longitudinalement. entre lesdites lames incurvées (4A, 4B) par rapport au diamètre du dispositif rotatif (3) résultant en un espace central entre les extrêmes Internes des deux lames incurvées autour de l'axe de rotation du dispositif rotatif de sorte à permettre l'acheminement du flux de liquide pénétrant la turbine (1) radialement activant la première lame incurvée vers la deuxième lame incurvée. Dans le cas d'installation de la turbine dans un milieu marin, la forme et la disposition des lames incurvée (4A, 4B) permettent la réversibilité du sens de rotation du dispositif rotatif (3) et donc l'activation de la turbine (1) tant par l'action du flux que du reflux naturel des marées.

Hydraulic turbine.

Turbine pourvue d’au moins une paire de lames incurvées ou godets, d’une part, placés, avec leurs faces concaves opposées l’une de l’autre le long de l’axe de rotation du rotor (3) et, d’autre part, en position substantiellement symétrique et décalée longitudinalement entre lesdits godets par rapport à l’axe diamétral du rotor (3) résultant en un canal central entre les extrêmes internes des deux godets autour de l’axe de rotation du rotor (3) de sorte à permettre l’acheminement du flux de liquide pénétrant la turbine radialement activant le premier godet vers le deuxième godet. Dans le cas d’installation de la turbine dans un milieu marin, la forme et la disposition des pales permettent la réversibilité du sens de rotation du rotor et donc l’activation de la turbine tant par l’action du flux et que du reflux naturel des marées.

Stromerzeugungs-System.

Die Erfindung betrifft ein Stromerzeugungs-System (11) umfassend einen Tunnel (13), welcher unterhalb eines Bergkammes (17) einen Berg (19) durchsticht und einen Eingang (21) und einen Ausgang (23) aufweist und wenigstens eine von in dem Tunnel (13) angeordnete Windkraftanlage (15). An dem Eingang (21) und dem Ausgang (23) ist eine Mehrzahl von Leitelementen (25g-25d) vorgesehen.

dvukhturbinnaya system, next behind wind/water (vintdtraker), for wind and/or water energy with optimized form of blades

GENERATOR, WHICH WORKS UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF THE FLUID

[VETROENERGOUSTANOVKA] (VERSIONS)

ГЕНЕРАТОРНОЕ УСТРОЙСТВО, КОТОРОЕ РАБОТАЕТ ПОД ВОЗДЕЙСТВИЕМ ТЕКУЩЕЙ СРЕДЫ (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Предложен интегрированный генераторный блок для выработки электрической энергии. По крайней мере один интегрированный генераторный блок установлен в корпусе и взаимодействует с батареей для накопления электрической энергии. Каждый блок имеет несколько вращательных элементов, которые вращаются вокруг оси в меру прохождения сквозь корпус текучей среды. Магнит взаимодействует по крайней мере с одним концом вращательных элементов в непосредственной близости к электропроводному материалу. Под действием потока текучей среды на вращательный элемент текучая среда проходит сквозь корпус и вызывает вращение вращательного элемента (элементов). Это вращение вынуждает магнит пройти вдоль электропроводящего материала и производить электрическую энергию.

ВЕТРОСИЛОВАЯ УСТАНОВКА ДЛЯ ПРОИЗВОДСТВА ЭНЕРГИИ

... 1. Ветросиловая установка для производства энергии, содержащая аксиально проточное рабочее колесо, установленное на валу с возможностью вращения и снабженное рабочими лопатками, и направляющий аппарат для ускорения протекания воздуха через рабочее колесо, отличающаяся тем, что направляющий аппарат (5) состоит из нескольких, сужающихся в направлении потока проточных каналов (6), расположенных на рабочем колесе по его венцу и распределенных вокруг вала (2), что рабочие лопатки (3) отнесены к соответствующему проточному каналу (6) и что рабочее колесо (4) содержит охватывающий его наружный кожух (7). 2. Ветросиловая установка по п.1, отличающаяся тем, что рабочие лопатки (3) расположены соответственно за проточным каналом (6). 3. Ветросиловая установка по п.1 или 2, отличающаяся тем, что проточные каналы (6) снова расширяются в конце их сужения. 4. Ветросиловая установка по любому из пп.1-3, отличающаяся тем, что рабочие лопатки (3) выполнены поворотными. 5. Ветросиловая установка по любому ...

ВЕТРОЭНЕРГОУСТАНОВКА (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Изобретение относится к двум вариантам ветроэнергоустановки, содержащей вертикально ориентированное неподвижное средство направления воздушных потоков, включающее средство улавливания воздушных потоков, выполненное в виде множества наклонных направляющих перегородок, и центральный обтекатель, выполненный в виде пирамиды или конуса, и средство преобразования кинетической энергии воздушных потоков, связанное со средством направления, при этом наклонные направляющее перегородки имеют определенную геометрическую форму. Ветроэнергоустановка снабжена крышей, которая имеет геометрическую форму, согласованную с формой центрального обтекателя и с формой наклонных направляющих перегородок. Ветроэнергоустановка может быть выполнена в виде установки для преобразования кинетической энергии ветра в кинетическую энергию сжатого воздуха и/или в электрическую энергию, и/или в механическую энергию, и/или в тепловую энергию и обеспечивает преобразование 90% и более кинетической энергии ветра в упомянутые ...

TURBINE

IMPROVED TURBINE

TURBINE

Air generator with turbine in horiz. passage - has chimney and outlet with discharge fans connected to passage

WIND TURBINES

Improvements brought to the turbines, in particular to the turbines with depression for wind mills

WIND MILL IMPLANTEE ON the LAST FLOOR Of a DWELLING, IN PARTICULAR IN Urban area

AMPLIFIER CELERITE FOR FLUIDS

DEVICE OF RECOVERY Of WIND ENERGY AND BUILDING COMPRISING SUCH a DEVICE

La présente invention a pour objet un dispositif de récupération d'énergie éolienne pour maisons, immeubles ou bâtiments analogues, définissant au moins une façade proéminente par rapport au sol, ce dispositif comprenant, d'une part, au moins un rotor éolien monté à rotation dans un canal exposé aux vents et pouvant être traversé par un flux d'air impactant les pales dudit rotor et, d'autre part, au moins une génératrice pouvant être reliée en entraînement avec ledit rotor. Dispositif (1) caractérisé en ce que le canal (4) est configuré pour former une structure à effet Venturi pour capter, guider et accélérer le vent, s'étend à travers le bâtiment (2) de part en part et est au moins partiellement, préférentiellement totalement, intégré dans une section ou un étage intermédiaire du bâtiment (2) ou du toit (2') de ce dernier, de telle manière que la façade (6) concernée constitue un obstacle au passage du vent autour de l'ouverture d'entrée (7), et éventuellement de l'ouverture de sortie ...

Apparatus for generating electricity from wind power

An apparatus for generating electricity from wind power includes a turbine, a generator connected with the turbine and generating electricity in response to rotation of the turbine's impeller around a substantially upright axis under an action of wind, a wind guiding device guiding wind substantially upwardly toward the turbine, wherein the wind guiding device has a guiding element which is inclined relative to a vertical plane so as to direct the wind toward the turbine.

Wind energy use

The invention provides wind energy use. One application provides wind energy use for water harvesting from natural humid air. The method is based on changing thermodynamic state parameters of ambient wind air portions passed through a device comprising convergent-divergent and wing-like components. Those components transform the ambient wind portions into fast and cooled outflowing air portions. A decrease in static pressure and temperature triggers condensation of water-vapor into water-aerosols. Another application of the method provides an effective mechanism for harvesting electrical energy from naturally warm air using renewable wind energy, including the wind inertia, internal heat, and potential energy stored in the air mass in the Earth's gravitational field. The electrical energy harvesting mechanism is also applicable to use of natural renewable energy of streaming water.

Method and System of Extracting Energy from Wind

Extracting energy from wind. At least some of the illustrative embodiments are methods including: directing a fluid flow across an aperture of an elongated cavity, the directing the fluid flow across the aperture at a non-right angle to a central axis defined by an entrance portion of the elongated cavity, and the elongated cavity has a resonant frequency; creating pressure waves within the elongated cavity, the pressure waves created at least in part by vortices within the fluid flow across the aperture; exciting a resonant structure by way of the pressure waves within the elongated cavity, the resonant structure coupled to the elongated cavity and the resonant structure configured to resonant at substantially the resonant frequency; and extracting energy from oscillatory motion of the resonant structure.

Wind turbine shroud

A shroud for a wind turbine and a method for modifying performance of a wind turbine are disclosed. The wind turbine includes a rotor mounted to a nacelle, the rotor including a plurality of rotor blades and defining an outer diameter. The shroud is positioned downstream of the rotor in an air flow direction, and has an inner diameter of less than the outer diameter of the rotor.

Captured wind energy (CWE)

An improved system that will revolutionize the use of wind turbines, make them more aesthetically appealing to the public thus making it easy to obtain permits from the local authorities for residential, commercial and industrial uses. The system should start with at least 400 watt 12-24- or 48 volt output wind turbines. Thus the duct system would be around 4.3 foot diameter duct 21 with this size turbine or larger if the space in the area is adequate. The idea can be incorporated with a solar system to make it a hybrid system. Wind turbine companies will be anxious to obtain an idea of this kind. The United States has a wealth of innovation in its own citizens. This invention would benefit our way of life and our environment.

Jet Streamer Turbine

A jet streamer turbine comprises a top housing, a center housing, a bottom housing, a plurality of vacuum fan housing, a nose propeller housing and an exit air housing. The plurality of vacuum fan housing comprise a first vacuum fan housing and a second vacuum fan housing. The top housing and the bottom housing is connected to the center housing from top and bottom respectively. The first vacuum fan housing and the second fan vacuum fan housing are positioned behind the top housing. The exit air housing is positioned behind the first vacuum fan housing and the second fan vacuum fan housing. A plurality of backward extenders is connected to the exit air housing. The nose propeller housing is connected to the front side of the top housing with a plurality of forward inward extenders.

High efficiency wind turbine having increased laminar airflow

A wind turbine is provided with turbine blades mounted for axial rotation about an axis. The blades are surrounded by a shroud to define an axial air passage. A conical ring is attached to the shroud and includes vanes for directing the airflow. Plates are attached to the shroud at a position radially outward from the shroud forming an air passage between the shroud and the plates. The plates have gaps between the adjacent plates so that air exiting the downstream opening of the shroud and air moving through the axial air passage between the shroud and the plates are mixed and a portion of the mixed air exits through the gaps.

Wind power generation apparatus

A wind power generation apparatus includes a wind collecting hood, a rotary shaft, a rotary structure and a wind guiding structure. The wind collecting hood is a hollow circular barrel to form an airflow passage. The rotary shaft is located in the airflow passage of the wind collecting hood. The rotary structure is mounted onto the rotary shaft. The wind guiding structure is fastened to the wind collecting hood and located at the front end of the rotary structure. The wind guiding structure directs direction of airflow and accelerates the airflow to become swirling airflow to directly blow the rotary structure at optimal angles, thus capability of driving the rotary structure to rotate by wind is increased and starting wind power of the rotary structure is reduced. The rotary structure is still rotated at where the wind is smaller to provide electric power.

Double tunnel wind turbine

A wind turbine apparatus includes a shaft carrying a plurality of rotor wheels fixed at axially spaced intervals. Each rotor wheel includes buckets at the periphery thereof. First and second generally cylindrical housing are disposed in concentric relationship to define a blind annular chamber surrounding the rotor wheels that directs ambient winds to through the inner wall of the inner cylindrical housing to the periphery of the respective rotor wheels. One extremity of the blind annular chamber is open for receiving ambient air flow and a second axial extremity proximate is closed, whereby axial airflow into the annular chamber is substantially directed in a radial direction by the toward the buckets carried on the rotor wheels to cause rotation of the shaft.

Housing for a high efficiency wind turbine

A housing for a wind turbine includes a plurality of spine members with a central rib and opposed channels. Frame members are attached to adjacent spine members. The housing includes divergent frame members having a pair of longitudinal members which are inserted into channels of a spine member. The housing includes central support members, each central support member is attached to a divergent frame member. Each of the central support members is attached near the center of one of the divergent frame members. The housing also includes outer plates, each outer plate attached to and between adjacent spine members. Channels face in the opposite direction from adjacent channels on the spines. An inner shroud is attached to the spine members. Air passages are created underneath the arcuate outer plates. A cowling is attached to the end plates.

Intake assemblies for wind-energy conversion systems and methods

An intake assembly for a wind-energy conversion system has a substantially vertical converging nozzle, an object extending into the nozzle, and a converging flow passage between the object and the nozzle. For some embodiments, the object may be another nozzle. There may be vanes in one or both nozzles in further embodiments. The object may be configured to move in yet other embodiments.

System and methodology for wind compression

A wind compressor system having one or more wind turbines and a plurality of wind compressors located proximate the one or more wind turbines. The wind compressors optimize the energy created by the wind turbines by redirecting and converging the wind from the wind compressor to the wind turbines. Each of the wind compressors comprises an obstruction having a size and shape adapted to converge the wind currents by means of a Venturi effect toward the one or more turbines thereby increasing the velocity and force of the wind hitting the wind turbine. A plurality of transporters coupled to the wind compressors. The transporters configured to move at least one wind compressors to a location that maximizes the force of the wind encountered by the turbine.

Hydraulic turbine and hydroelectric structure using the same

The present invention relates to a hydraulic turbine for generating hydraulic power 100 comprising a rotating shaft 110 which is formed in a vertical direction; and a plurality of rotating wings 120 which is installed in a radial direction centering on the rotating shaft 110 to thereby efficiently convert hydraulic power from river into electric energy without building a dam.

Horizontal Wind Power Turbine

A new improved wind Power Turbine with rotors that are mounted for rotation about a central axle also a funnel shape inlet is present at the smaller ends of said passages. It delivers the air at high velocities towards the rotor. In addition a rotor shield is fixed on the right side of the turbine so as to isolate the rotor's reverse side from incoming wind. The central axle upper/lower bearing rotates in lubricated cups. Also an rectangle exhaust connect to a larger rectangle exhaust system where as air passage fixed with a sudden wider rectangle opening causes the exhaust air to evaporate. The central axle's upper and lower bearing is housed in a insulated area to prevent bearings from freezing.

Ring airfoil with parallel inner and outer surfaces

A ring airfoil with a voluminous leading edge region, an intermediate region, a trailing edge region including a flap. The ringed structural leading edge region combined with a rigid trailing edge region having intermediate discrete support portions extending therebetween provides sufficient rigidity to support the flap on the trailing edge region while using a membrane intermediate surface to form a portion of the intermediate region of the airfoil.

Francis-Type Pump for a Hydroelectric Power Plant

The invention relates to a Francis-type pump, comprising the following features: a blade wheel; a spiral housing; a suction pipe; a counter-swirl generator which is arranged in the inlet to the blade wheel and which can be activated during the start-up and deactivated after start-up, and which generates a swirl acting against the direction of rotation of the blade wheel.

Fluid turbine with integrated passive yaw

Example embodiments are directed to shrouded fluid turbines that include a turbine shroud and a rotor. The turbine shroud includes a an inlet, an outlet and a plurality of mixer lobes circumferentially spaced about the outlet. The rotor can be disposed within the turbine shroud and downstream of the inlet. The rotor includes a hub and at least one rotor blade engaged with the hub. The shrouded fluid turbines further include a passive yaw system for regulating a yaw of the shrouded fluid turbine. The shrouded fluid turbine defines a center of gravity and a center of pressure. The center of gravity can be offset from the center of pressure. Example embodiments are also directed to methods of yawing a shrouded fluid turbine.

Method and Apparatus for Energy Generation

A system for generating energy from a current flowing in an ocean is disclosed, the system comprising a generator assembly comprising a generator and operable to generate energy in response to the flow of the current; an anchor assembly at the bed of the ocean; and a retaining means attaching the generator assembly directly to the anchor assembly, the generator assembly being held between the bed of the ocean and the surface of the body of water, and the generator assembly being rotatable about a substantially vertical axis with respect to the anchor assembly. A preferred generator assembly is disclosed, the assembly comprising a housing having a form such that, in use, the housing has an upstream orientation; an impellor assembly located within the housing comprising a plurality of blades arranged to be contacted by the flow of water when in use; and means to be acted upon by the flow of water to hold the housing in the upstream orientation. A preferred impellor assembly comprises an elongate hub rotatable about an axis of rotation; a plurality of elongate impellor blades extending along and radially outwards from the hub, each blade having an inner portion adjacent the hub and an outer portion distal from the shaft, adjacent blades defining a blade cavity therebetween; wherein each impellor blade is fixed relative to the shaft and moveable therewith, the shaft and inner portions of the impellor blades being arranged such that fluid may be exchanged between the inner regions of the blade cavities.

Wind turbine and generator

A wind turbine having two blades is rotated by omnidirectional gas motion. A generator is connected by a shaft to the wind turbine for generating electrical power by the rotation of the wind turbine. A method of extracting energy from moving gas comprises rotating a wind turbine having two blades by omnidirectional gas motion. The method includes connecting a generator by a shaft to the wind turbine and generating electrical power by the rotation of the wind turbine.

Hydraulic turbine and hydroelectric power plant

The present disclosure relates to a turbine for hydraulic power generation comprising two bladed wheels ( 11, 12, 31, 32 ) successively arranged in a turbine tube section ( 10, 21 ) as a fore wheel ( 11, 31 ) and an after wheel ( 12, 32 ) with respect to the water flow direction ( 23 ) along a common rotation axis ( 30 ) extending in the water flow direction ( 23 ), the wheels ( 11, 12, 31, 32 ) being configured to rotate in opposite directions driven by the water flow, and to a corresponding hydroelectric power plant. In order to improve the turbine characteristics for hydraulic power generation, in particular in view of low head power generation, the invention suggests that a first gear ( 46 ) and a second gear ( 47 ) are arranged along the rotation axis ( 30 ), each connected to a wheel ( 11, 12, 31, 32 ) and mutually connected via an engagement gearing ( 48 ) such that the fore wheel ( 11, 31 ) and the after wheel ( 12, 32 ) are coupled to each other with respect to their rotation speed, the engagement gearing ( 48 ) being connectable to a power generator.

Device and system for harvesting the energy of a fluid stream

Device for harvesting the energy of a fluid stream comprising a turbine with a rotation axis at right-angle to the fluid stream, the turbine comprising a plurality of blades that during its rotation sweeps an annular area around the rotation axis which has an inner and outer perimeter with a first and second radial distance to the rotation axis, and first and second fluid guide located opposite each other, with the plurality of blades arranged for rotation there between and arranged for guiding the fluid stream towards the at least one blade, wherein the first and second fluid guide are formed each with a guide foil section having a suction side, a pressure side and a guide foil incidence angle, wherein each fluid guide is arranged such that the suction sides of the guide foil sections are facing each other, wherein an open central area around the rotation axis is provided.

Underwater Multi-Turbine Generator

An underwater multi-generator turbine system is provided including an inlet funnel, a plurality of generator units, and a platform. The inlet funnel includes an inlet end and a narrower outlet end. Each of the plurality of generator units includes one or more turbine blades that are substantially aligned adjacent the narrower outlet end of the inlet funnel. The platform supports the inlet funnel and plurality of generator units. The inlet funnel receives fluid from a moving body of water in the inlet end and directs the fluid to the turbine blades of the plurality of generator units adjacent the narrower outlet end of the inlet funnel.

FUNNEL WIND TURBINE

A funnel wind turbine has a horizontal funnel, rotor blades in the narrower end of the funnel, the rotor blades coupled to a rotor, a shaft coupling the rotor to a generator, and a support tower. The funnel wind turbine may have bearings or a yaw system to allow rotation of the horizontal funnel on the support tower. The funnel wind turbine may have wind direction and speed sensors, an electronic control unit, and a communication device (e.g., cellular antennas, radio transmitters/receivers, etc.) for transmitting information such as wind speed and direction, power generation, and efficiency to a distant receiver. 1. A funnel wind turbine , comprising:a horizontal funnel comprising an inlet end having a first diameter, an outlet end having a second diameter, and a narrow portion having a third diameter, the narrow portion interposed between the inlet end and the outlet end, the third diameter being less than the first diameter, with the first diameter being less than the second diameter;rotor blades positioned and rotatable within the third diameter of the narrow portion;at least one tailfin; anda solar panel.2. The funnel wind turbine of claim 1 , further comprising a fourth diameter calculated at a bend.3. The funnel wind turbine of claim 2 , wherein the bend and the outlet end are in the same vertical geometric plane.4. The funnel wind turbine of claim 1 , further comprising a support frame coupled to a support tower claim 1 , the horizontal funnel coupled to the support frame claim 1 , the support frame configured to rotate on the support tower.5. A method of using the funnel wind turbine of claim 1 , the method comprising positioning the intake end of the horizontal turbine to receive wind claim 1 , the received wind compressing as it moves through the narrow portion claim 1 , turning the rotor blades claim 1 , and exiting through the outlet end; the inlet end being less in diameter than the outlet end claim 1 , thereby creating negative pressure at the outlet ...

ACCELERATED AND-OR REDIRECTED FLOW-INDUCING AND-OR LOW PRESSURE FIELD OR AREA-INDUCING ARRANGEMENT, THEIR USE WITH TURBINE-LIKE DEVICES AND METHOD FOR USING SAME

An accelerated and/or redirected flow arrangement, optimally serving as a wildlife and/or debris excluder (WDE), is used in combination with a turbine-like device having an inlet end and an outlet end for fluid flowing therethrough, e.g., a hydro-turbine. The arrangement includes at least a forward part designed to be placed in front of a fluid inlet of a turbine-like device and configured to produce at least one of the following effects on the fluid: (a) imparting a re-direction of the fluid; and/or (b) accelerating the flow velocity of the fluid, as it flows through the forward part. Turbine-like devices having both a forward part and a rearward part of flow arrangement are disclosed, as well as a method of enhancing turbine performance. 130-.31. A combination comprising a hydro-kinetic turbine device in combination with an accelerated and/or redirected flow-inducing arrangement ,the turbine device having a fluid inlet end and a fluid outlet end for fluid flowing therethrough, defining a direction of fluid flow through the device, an accelerator shroud section that has a longitudinal central axis and defines within its cross-section a fluid flow area and includes a rotor assembly that is mounted within the accelerator shroud for rotation around the longitudinal central axis, and includes a plurality of rotor blades extending radially outwardly within the accelerator shroud;the flow-inducing arrangement comprising (1) a forward deflector positioned in front of the fluid inlet end of the turbine device and (2) a rear deflector positioned downstream of the rotor assembly, the forward deflector being configured so as to produce at least one of the following effects on the fluid flowing through the turbine-device: (a) imparting a re-direction of the fluid as it passes through the forward deflector; and/or (b) accelerating the flow velocity of the fluid as it flows through the forward deflector,wherein the forward deflector comprises a conically shaped forward array of ...

System apparatus and method suitable for capturing water energy

An apparatus, system and method to capture water power from head or pressure is provided utilizing pipes, inlets and outlets. The apparatus comprises a central bore having an internal diameter suitable for a fluid flow, the fluid flow moves inside the central bore through the apparatus, and at least one outlet, the fluid flow exits the apparatus through the at least one outlet, optionally, a plurality of inlets for flowing additional fluid to the central bore mix the fluid flow with the additional fluid from the plurality of inlets. The apparatus can further mix the fluid though additional mixing devices and additional devices can be used to recapture energy such as, hydroelectric power from the fluid flow. A system and method to capture water energy from fluid flow is provided.

WIND ENERGY CONVERSION DEVICES

A wind turbine for harvesting energy from both horizontal and vertical wind currents having an open frame structure and a central passage through the structure with at least three wind energy harvesting generally vertically disposed and rotatably mounted blades positioned about the central passage and at least three wind energy harvesting generally horizontal blades projecting radially from the central vertical axis of the device. The open frame structure includes a unique rod and cable central structure offset from the periphery of the frame. In one embodiment, the frame structure is suspended from a rotatable hub at the top of a stationary mast. 120-. (canceled)21. A method for harvesting energy from wind flow , the method comprising:receiving, at a controller for a wind turbine, measurements corresponding to wind flow for a first blade of a plurality of blades of the wind turbine, wherein each of the plurality of blades is a generally vertically disposed blade that is i) rotatable about a respective vertical blade axis, and ii) mounted near a periphery of an open frame structure of the wind turbine that is rotatable about a central vertical axis;determining, by the controller, localized airflow characteristics for the first blade based on the measurements;determining, by the controller, a feathering angle for a second blade of the plurality of blades based on the local airflow characteristics of the first blade;causing, by the controller, the second blade to rotate about the respective vertical axis based on the determined feathering angle.22. The method of claim 21 , wherein:determining the localized airflow characteristics for the first blade comprises determining the localized airflow characteristics for the first blade when the first blade is near a first azimuthal position about the central vertical axis;causing the second blade to rotate comprises causing the second blade to rotate about the respective vertical axis based on the determined feathering angle ...

WIND POWERED ELECTRIC GENERATOR FOR MOBILE APPLICATIONS

A mobile electric generating system for charging vehicle batteries, providing mobile refrigeration units, and/or charge lift gates or electric pallet trucks may be wind powered. The mobile electric generating system may include a fan assembly, a fan bushing, a fan shaft, a fan locking collar, a flinger collar, a bearing, a driver bushing, a driver sheave, a motor or generator, and a motor mount. The fan assembly is connected to the generator. Wind turns or rotates the fan assembly which rotates the generator creating electricity. 1. A system comprising:a fan assembly;a fan bushing;a fan shaft;a fan locking collar;a flinger collar;a bearing;a driver bushing;a driver sheave;a motor or generator; anda motor mount.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising:a second fan assembly;a second fan bushing; anda second fan shaft.3. The system of claim 2 , further comprisinga second fan locking collar;a second flinger collar; anda second bearing.4. The system of claim 4 , further comprising a first fan belt and a second fan belt claim 4 , wherein said first fan belt and second fan belt are into engagement with said first fan assembly and second fan assembly.5. The system of claim 4 , further comprising:a first flinger collar;a third bearing;a first driven sheave; anda first driven bushing.6. The system of claim 5 , further comprising:a second flinger collar;a fourth bearing;a second driven sheave; anda second driven bushing.7. The system of claim 1 , in which said system comprises a wind power generating system.8. The system of claim 7 , further comprising a wind tunnel that is configured to be operable for capturing or directing air to said wind power generating system.9. The system of claim 8 , further comprising a mounting bracket for mounting said wind tunnel and said wind power generating system to an underside of a vehicle.10. A system comprising:a first fan assembly;a first fan bushing;a first fan shaft;a first fan locking collar;a first flinger collar;a first bearing; ...

FLOATING DRUM TURBINE FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATION

A floating drum turbine is used for generating the electrical energy from the kinetic energy of a water stream (sea wave or river flow) that provides the mechanical energy needed to rotate an electrical generator for generating the electricity. The drum turbine is installed on a buoyant skid anchored to the seabed by some chains/ropes to keep it in a fixed position and direction along the water stream. The turbine is coupled to an electrical generator with a power transmission system, and generates the electricity that is transferred to the coast using a cable system floated on the water surface. 1. A floating drum turbine , which is used for generating the electricity from the kinetic energy of a water stream (sea wave , river/channel flow) , and transforming it into the mechanical energy to rotate an electrical generator (or mechanical pump) comprising:a drum turbine consists of some longitudinal-radial blades, side plates, and a central shaft to get the mechanical energy from the water stream;a buoyant skid consists of two hollow capsules, and two rafters that is placed below the bearing housings to float the said turbine on the water stream;two bearing housings placed on the ends of the said turbine shaft to ease the shaft rotation;two base frames installed on the hollow capsules to support the generator (or pump) and the counterweight box;an electrical generator coupled to the said turbine using a power transmission system to generate the electricity (the generator can be replaced by a mechanical pump to supply a pressurized fluid into a fluid circuit);a power transmission system (gearbox, belt/chain system) for coupling the said turbine to the said generator (or pump);a counterweight box (filled with sand or metal scrap) installed on the opposite side of the said generator (or pump) to balance the whole system;two or four chains/ropes for anchoring the said skid to the river/channel bankside or seabed to keep the skid in a fixed position and direction along ...

POWER GENERATING APPARATUS

Power generating apparatus () comprises a housing () and a wind turbine () within the housing. The wind turbine comprises a plurality of rotatable turbine blades (). The housing has a forward region () extending forwardly of the wind turbine, the forward region defining an inlet opening () for air, and a rearward region () extending rearwardly of the wind turbine, the rearward region defining an outlet opening for air. 149-. (canceled)50. Power generating apparatus comprising: a housing; a wind turbine within the housing , the wind turbine comprising a plurality of rotatable turbine blades , wherein the housing has a forward region extending forwardly of the wind turbine , the forward region defining an inlet for air , and a rearward region extending rearwardly of the wind turbine , the rearward region defining an outlet for air; a support arrangement for supporting the wind turbine on the housing , wherein the support arrangement includes a nose cone arranged forwardly of the wind turbine; and an electricity generating apparatus arranged inside the nose cone forwardly of the wind turbine.514056. Power generating apparatus according to claim 50 , wherein the wind turbine includes a hub to which the plurality of turbine blades are attached claim 50 , the turbine blades extending radially from the hub claim 50 , and wherein the hub has a principal axis about which the turbine blades can rotate claim 50 , and the wind turbine comprises between and turbine blades spaced regularly about the hub.52. Power generating apparatus according to claim 51 , wherein each turbine blade has a leading edge and a trailing edge claim 51 , and the pitch of each turbine blade increases from the leading edge to the trailing edge claim 51 , the pitch of the leading edge of each turbine blade being between 0° and 10° claim 51 , and the pitch of the trailing edge of each turbine blade being between 50° and 60°.53. Power generating apparatus according to claim 52 , wherein the wind turbine ...

Magnet configurations for magnetic levitation of wind turbines and other apparatus

A wind turbine having one or more magnets for reducing friction between the turbine support and a turbine rotor. The reduction of friction between the turbine rotor and the turbine support allows for an increase in energy production and scale of the wind turbines. The magnet configuration employs a ring of cylindrically-shaped magnets at the bottom and opposed by a corresponding number of generally rectangular-shaped magnets. Bearing magnets are also employed for axial stabilization.

VENTURI VORTEX AND FLOW FACILITATING TURBINE

A wind harvesting assembly for a wind turbine, having: a Venturi tube having a hollow interior having a first air pressure; an open top end having a first diameter; an open bottom end having the first diameter; a tube length spanning between the open top end and the open bottom end; and a constricted section located above the bottom end, the constricted section adapted to increase a velocity of air passing through by having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter; a plurality of vertical wind turbine blades arranged around the Venturi tube, wherein each vertical blade of the plurality of vertical wind turbine blades is associated with permanent magnets. 1. A wind harvesting assembly for a wind turbine , the wind harvesting assembly comprising: a hollow interior having a first air pressure;', 'an open top end having a first diameter;', 'an open bottom end having the first diameter;', 'a tube length spanning between the open top end and the open bottom end; and', 'a constricted section located above the bottom end, the constricted section being adapted to increase a velocity of air passing through the Venturi tube and cause an expulsion of air out of the Venturi tube by having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter;, 'a Venturi tube havinga plurality of vertical wind turbine blades arranged around the Venturi tube, wherein each vertical blade of the plurality of vertical wind turbine blades is associated with a magnet, such that a rotation of the vertical blade causes a rotation of the magnet; and a blade top end;', 'a blade bottom end; and', 'a blade length spanning between the blade top end and the blade bottom end, the length being the same as the tube length, and being aligned with the tube length, such that the blade top end is aligned with the open top end, and the blade bottom end is aligned with the open bottom end;, 'wherein each vertical blade of the plurality of vertical wind turbine blades haswherein the first air pressure within the ...

COMBINED OMNIDIRECTIONAL FLOW TURBINE SYSTEM

A combined omnidirectional flow turbine system includes rotors that are disposed in a vertical position and enclosed in a motionless structure that receives air flows from any external direction which are manipulated by an airfoil to cause the rotors to rotate. The rotors can be connected to a transformation element, which transforms mechanical energy generated by the rotation of the rotors into electrical energy. The motionless structure is a hollow body and it is formed by a support structure and cover, being said interior space adapted to store electronic components, which can be directly supplied by the energy, produced. 2. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein each of the sidewalls of the motionless structure includes one or more airfoil components.3. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the blades of the one or more rotors comprise composite materials claim 1 , magnesium alloys or injected polymers.4. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the turbine employs secondary flows from HVAC systems.5. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the energy transformation element is disposed in a center area of the turbine.6. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the energy transformation element is an electric generator.7. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the top cover's outer surface of the motionless structure is covered with photovoltaic cells.8. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the fixation mechanism between the support structure and the cover of the motionless structure is screw type.9. The turbine according to claim 1 , further comprising a mounting mast connected to the support structure.10. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the motionless structure comprises a metallic material claim 1 , a composite material claim 1 , a concrete or textile material.11. The turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the motionless structure surface is of a radiofrequency-wave-transparent material.12. The turbine according to claim 1 ...

WIND POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

Provided is a wind power generation system including: a wind power generation apparatus that includes at least a duct having a longitudinal cross section formed in a substantial streamline shape, the longitudinal cross section being cut along a central axis, an impeller placed in the duct, and a power generator that generates power by rotation of the impeller; an anemovane installed so as to be able to measure a wind direction and/or wind power in a vicinity of the wind power generation apparatus; a rotating pedestal that supports the wind power generation apparatus so as to be rotatable along a supporting surface; and a control device that controls a rotational angle of the rotating pedestal based on the wind direction and/or the wind power measured by the anemovane. 1. A wind power generation system comprising:a wind power generation apparatus that includes at least a duct having a longitudinal cross section formed in a substantial streamline shape, the longitudinal cross section being cut along a central axis, an impeller placed in the duct, and a power generator that generates power by rotation of the impeller;an anemovane installed so as to be able to measure a wind direction and/or wind power in a vicinity of the wind power generation apparatus;a rotating pedestal that supports the wind power generation apparatus so as to be rotatable along a supporting surface; anda control device that controls a rotational angle of the rotating pedestal based on the wind direction and/or the wind power measured by the anemovane.2. The wind power generation system according to claim 1 , whereinthe control device further controls rotational speed of the rotating pedestal based on the wind power measured by the anemovane.3. The wind power generation system according to claim 1 , whereinat least a portion of an inner wall of the duct expands toward the central axis of the duct to form a minimum inner diameter part at which an inner diameter of the duct is minimum between an ...

HYDROELECTRIC/HYDROKINETIC TURBINE AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME

The application relates to unidirectional hydrokinetic turbines having an improved flow acceleration system that uses asymmetrical hydrofoil shapes on some or all of the key components of the turbine. These components that may be hydrofoil shaped include, e.g., the rotor blades (), the center hub (), the rotor blade shroud (), the accelerator shroud (), annular diffuser(s) (), the wildlife and debris excluder () and the tail rudder (). The fabrication method designs various components to cooperate in optimizing the extraction of energy, while other components reduce or eliminate turbulence that could negatively affect other component(s). 134.-. (canceled)35. A method for designing a unidirectional hydrokinetic turbine having a water entrance end and a water exit end , defining a direction of water flow through the turbine , comprising:selecting a generally cylindrical accelerator shroud that has a wall cross-section that comprises an initial asymmetrical hydrofoil shape and defines within its cylindrical cross-section a flow area, where the hydrofoil shape is selected based on fluid dynamics principles to serve to accelerate the flow of water through the accelerator shroud and to create a negative pressure field behind the accelerator shroud, in the direction of water flow;designing a rotor assembly that is mounted for rotation within the accelerator shroud around an axis that is generally parallel to the direction of water flow through the turbine, the rotor assembly comprising (i) a generally elongated cylindrical center hub having and a wall cross-section comprising an initial hydrofoil shape that is selected based on fluid dynamics principles; (ii) a plurality of rotor blades fixed to and extending radially outwardly from the center hub wall for rotation therewith and terminating at rotor tips, which blades have an initial asymmetrical hydrofoil-shaped cross-sectional configuration that is selected based on fluid dynamics principles; and (iii) a rotor outer ring ...

FLUID FLOW ENERGY EXTRACTION SYSTEM AND METHOD RELATED THERETO

Disclosed is a system and method for both consumer and utility scale energy extraction from flow-based energy sources. The passive system may utilize directing perforations on a surface in order to create and air jet vortex generators. Alternatively the system may provide for flow through discrete orifices aligned with the span of an aerodynamic assembly in a co-flow direction, utilizing a Coanda effect. Further additional configurations include directing flow through a perforated surface skin that is near the trailing edge on the suction side. Even further are embodiments for blowing air directly out of the trailing edge of an airfoil. The disclosed systems and methods support a wide variety of scenarios for fluid flow energy extraction, such as wind or water flow, as well as for related products and services. 1. An apparatus for energy extraction from a fluid flow comprising:a) an airfoil having an internal plenum, bounded by a first outer surface and a second outer surface, the first outer surface being solid and the second outer surface comprising one or more perforations in the second outer surface allowing for fluid communication from the plenum to a space surrounding the airfoil;b) a channel having an inlet and an outlet coupled to the plenum, providing fluid communication between the inlet of the channel and the plenum; andc) one or more energy extraction devices in the channel between the inlet and the outlet;wherein an outer surface fluid flow across the outer surfaces of the airfoil is operable to cause a negative plenum pressure (Pi) relative to an ambient pressure (Pa) at the inlet of the channel, resulting in a channel fluid flow through the channel and the one or more energy extraction devices into the plenum, and out through the one or more perforations in the second outer surface of the airfoil due to a differential pressure between the Pi and the Pa, and wherein the one or more energy extraction devices are operable for extracting energy from the ...

Power generating windbags and waterbags

An airborne wind turbine system for generation of power via windbags and waterbags.

SYSTEM AND METHODOLOGY FOR WIND COMPRESSION

A wind compressor system having one or more wind turbines and a plurality of wind compressors located proximate the one or more wind turbines. The wind compressors optimize the energy created by the wind turbines by redirecting and converging the wind from the wind compressor to the wind turbines. Each of the wind compressors comprises an obstruction having a size and shape adapted to converge the wind currents by means of a Venturi effect toward the one or more turbines thereby increasing the velocity and force of the wind hitting the wind turbine. A plurality of transporters coupled to the wind compressors. The transporters configured to move at least one wind compressors to a location that maximizes the force of the wind encountered by the turbine. 1. A wind compressor system comprising:at least one wind turbine;at least one rotor;at least one wind compressor arranged about said at least one wind turbine, and obstructing and redirecting ambient wind striking said at least one wind compressor to said at least one wind turbine,a controller, said controller configured to monitor the position of said at least one wind compressor relative to the position of said at least one wind turbine,wherein said redirected ambient wind turns blades of at least one rotor within said at least one wind turbine, andwherein said at least one rotor is levitated during operation,whereby, through levitation of said at least one rotor of said wind turbine, operational friction is reduced.2. The wind compressor system according to claim 1 , wherein said controller is configured to adjust the position of said at least one wind compressor based upon the direction of said ambient wind.3. The wind compressor system according to claim 2 , wherein said controller automatically changes the position of said at least one wind compressor to another position to optimally harness the ambient wind.4. The wind compressor system according to claim 2 , wherein said at least one wind compressor comprises ...

Wind energy system and method for using same

A wind energy system with a wind turbine having a cowling surrounded by a diffuser, a plurality of inner rotor blades located inside of the cowling that rotate about an inner rotor hub, a plurality of outer rotor blades positioned between the diffuser and the cowling that rotate in an opposite direction to that of the plurality of inner rotor blades, a drive mechanism located within the inner rotor hub, a dynamic telescopic tower with a height that adjusts automatically by motors controlled by a controller based on input from sensors located in the dynamic telescopic tower and on the wind turbine, and a tower support that connects the wind turbine to the dynamic telescopic tower.

POWER GENERATING WINDBAGS AND WATERBAGS

Self-enabled means of sustainable energies generation and storage. Self-sufficiency in conversion of propulsion energies. Decarbonization of the global shipping industry. Empowering the blue ocean fleet of merchant liners with self-created propulsion power. Backed up by grid energy storage systems; and low carbon bunkers. To break free from the shackles of dirty energies; from being slaves of energy poverty. To achieve energy independence! Including: sustainable energies generation systems using wind-sails; pontoons; pliable; flexible semi-solid shrouds; made of plastics; polymers; etc. to capture fluids; channelling it through constricted tunnels to drive wind turbines; tidal turbines; etc. integrated with drones; robotic technologies for conversion into renewable electricity. An extremely scalable system, apparatus, equipment, techniques and ecosystem configured to produce renewable green energy with high productivity and efficiency. 1900901. A system () for self-generation and storage of renewable propulsion energies for ocean vessels (); wherein said decarbonization and conversion from fossil energies to green energies are enabled by means of:{'b': 920', '921', '905', '906, "a plurality of panels () embedded with a multitude of wind and tidal turbine units (); for the extraction and conversion of wind and tidal energies into electricity for driving the ship's electrified engine (); propeller ();"}{'b': '901', 'claim-text': [{'b': 910', '904', '902', '903', '904, 'i': 'a', 'a batteries storage system () comprising: grid storage batteries(′); including: transformer (); rectifier or inverter (); operating batteries (″);'}, {'b': 910', '509', '549', '704', '907', '908', '909, 'i': b', 'z', 'z', 'z, 'a hydrogen storage system () including means of: conversion by electrolyzers (); storage in tank (); liquid ammonia tank (); cylinders (); dissociation of hydrogen from ammonia using PEM-catalytic membrane (); and the reconversion of hydrogen into electricity using fuel- ...

Building integrated wind energy power enhancer system

An omnidirectional building integrated wind energy power enhancer system is configured to produce electrical power from a wind turbine(s) concealed within and/or on top of a building by means of a flow of pressurized air from the prevailing wind that enters and flows through a portion of a building. A building may provide large exterior surface areas for receiving and directing airflow to the turbine(s). At least a portion of the wind energy power enhancer system is configured within a building, such as between floors, on a single floor, and/or a roof structure. The wind turbine(s) may be configured to receive airflow directly from an inflow chamber that is configured with a building, or from a flow tube coupled with the inflow chamber. Air deflectors may be fixed or dynamic to direct air flow into a flow tube regardless of the direction of the incoming airflow relative to the building.

HYDRO TRANSITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Systems and methods for hydro-electric power generation are disclosed. The system includes a frame or structure positioned in a waterway or channel, with one or more hydro-transition units secured to corners of the frame. The hydro-transition units include a body of reinforced fabric for redirecting water flow towards the inlet of the frame, effectively increasing the current of the water and allowing for turbines within the frame to generate power at an increased rate. Anchors and bracket systems may secure the hydro-transition units to both the waterway and the frame, thereby allowing the body of reinforced fabric to withstanding force from water-flow within the waterway. The system includes various failsafe mechanisms for disengaging or detaching the hydro-transition units from the frame and/or anchor for reacting to high water flow or volumes (e.g., flooding). 1. A hydrokinetic turbine system comprising:a frame for positioning the turbine system in a waterway;one or more turbines operatively connected to the frame;at least one bracket coupled to the frame; and a substantially flat body for spanning a distance between the frame and a portion of the waterway;', 'a cable operatively connected to an edge of the substantially flat body, the cable for providing tension in the substantially flat body and connected to the frame and to an end piece;', 'the end piece operatively connected to the substantially flat body, the cable, and an anchor; and', 'the anchor for connecting the substantially flat body to a stationary object., 'a transition operatively connected to the at least one bracket, the transition comprising2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a rod operatively connected to an end of the transition and the at least one bracket.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one bracket comprises a first bracket and second bracket.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein:the substantially flat body is substantially triangular in shape;a first point of the ...

HYDRO TRANSITION SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING THE SAME

Systems and methods for hydro-electric power generation are disclosed. The system includes a frame or structure positioned in a waterway or channel, with one or more hydro-transition units secured to corners of the frame. The hydro-transition units include a body of reinforced fabric for redirecting water flow towards the inlet of the frame, effectively increasing the current of the water and allowing for turbines within the frame to generate power at an increased rate. Anchors and bracket systems may secure the hydro-transition units to both the waterway and the frame, thereby allowing the body of reinforced fabric to withstanding force from water-flow within the waterway. The system includes various failsafe mechanisms for disengaging or detaching the hydro-transition units from the frame and/or anchor for reacting to high water flow or volumes (e.g., flooding). 1. A hydrokinetic turbine system comprising:a frame for positioning the turbine system in a waterway;one or more turbines operatively connected to the frame;at least one bracket coupled to the frame; and a substantially flat body for spanning a distance between the frame and a portion of the waterway;', 'a cable operatively connected to an edge of the substantially flat body, the cable for providing tension in the substantially flat body and connected to the frame and to an end piece;', 'the end piece operatively connected to the substantially flat body, the cable, and an anchor; and', 'the anchor for connecting the substantially flat body to a stationary object., 'a transition operatively connected to the at least one bracket, the transition comprising2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a rod operatively connected to an end of the transition and the at least one bracket.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one bracket comprises a first bracket and second bracket.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein:the substantially flat body is substantially triangular in shape;a first point of the ...

Flowing-Water Driveable Turbine Assembly

A flowing-water driveable turbine assembly ( 104 ) for location in river or sea areas with unidirectional and bidirectional water flows. The turbine assembly comprises a turbine support ( 106 ) with positive buoyancy in water. The turbine support ( 106 ) is arranged to be anchored by an anchoring system ( 108 ) to a water bed. The turbine assembly comprises at least one turbine ( 110 ). The positive buoyancy of the turbine assembly in water has an upward force to constrain the turbine support 106 and the at least one turbine ( 110 ) to a position of floating equilibrium against a downward force of the anchoring system ( 108 ). The turbine assembly may have variable buoyancy, a duct around each turbine for directing water through the turbine to generate power from water flow, and a winch or winches for submerging the turbine assembly or parts thereof.

WIND-BASED ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

The present invention is designed and calculated to use different wind regimes, namely, laminar, turbulent and hurricane-wind regimes, to exploit at the industrial level the enormous wind potential in the different regions of the planet. The result is a wind-based electrical power generation system that couples a mechanical system to an electrical system. 1. A system for electric power generation from the wind coupling a mechanical subsystem to another electric subsystem in which the elements of the system together are constituted by the following subsystems:a. Structureb. Inlet cavityc. Converging diverging nozzled. High speed Jete. impulse turbinef. Coupling shaftg. Inertia wheel (flywheel)h. Electric power generatori. Mechanical and electrical support Equipmentj. Output cavityk. Concrete containment tower {'br': None, 'i': W', 'Q', 'u', '−u, 'sub': *', 'max', 'j, '=(0.634×1.966)[(v)]'}, 'Characterised in that the system operates with laminar flows, turbulent, strong winds and even gale force winds; and wherein the structure is the receptacle containing the mechanical subsystems: inlet cavity, converging diverging nozzle, thrust turbine, coupling shaft, Inertia wheel or flywheel; and wherein the concrete containment tower is a concrete structure whose height is not large and its shape is that of a truncated pyramid in which the minor surface in the top of the structure is fixed to the mechanical subsystems and in which the electrical systems are concentrated in the floor; and wherein the system is calculated from the wind velocity at the entrance of the converging diverging nozzle subsystem and the impulse turbine and the electric power generated is defined by the formula2. An electric power generation system according to claim 1 , wherein each module contains in duplicate each of the mechanical subsystems enabling the coupling of the mechanical subsystems in arrangements which may be horizontal claim 1 , as well as one on another claim 1 , or in a combination of ...

Storage energy generation method utilizing natural energy and generation system thereof

A storage energy generation method utilizing natural energy and a generation system thereof generates electricity through natural energy such as wind power or solar energy and then compresses air, or directly compresses air, then generates electricity to an electric grid through the compressed air which is deemed as a power resource. An electric station utilizing integrated energy generates electricity to drive an air compression device, further then produces compressed air as an energy storage medium and stores compressed air in an air storage device, and then regards the compressed air as a main or auxiliary driving energy to other electric stations, such that a function of stabilizing and adjusting peak load can be realized.

Diffuser pipe with vortex generators

A compressor diffuser for a gas turbine engine which includes at least one diffuser pipe having a tubular body with an inner surface defining an internal flow passage extending therethrough. The tubular body includes a first portion that extends in a first direction and defines a throat therein, a second portion that extends in a second direction different from the first direction, and a curved portion fluidly linking the first portion and the second portion. A plurality of vortex generators are disposed within the diffuser pipe and extend from the inner surface into the internal flow passage. The vortex generators are disposed downstream of the throat in the first portion of the diffuser pipe and upstream of the curved portion. In operation, the vortex generators engage fluid flow in the internal flow passage to generate downstream vortices.

PANEL SYSTEM FOR COLLECTING RENEWABLE ENERGY

A renewable energy collection device including at least one panel configured to secure to a road barrier. The panel includes at least one wind collection vent defining an opening on an outer surface of the panel. The panel further includes an air channel defined within the panel and fluidly connected to the wind collection vent. A wind turbine is rotatably coupled within the panel and is positioned to receive wind flowing through the air channel. An electrical connector electrically connects to the wind turbine and is operable to connect with at least one of an electrical power collector and a power grid. 1. A renewable energy collection device comprising: at least one wind collection vent defining an opening on an outer surface of the at least one panel;', 'an air channel defined within the panel and fluidly connected to the at least one wind collection vent; and', 'a wind turbine positioned to receive wind flowing through the air channel, and, 'at least one panel configured to be secured to a barrier, the at least one panel comprisingan electrical connector electrically connected to the wind turbine and operable to connect with at least one of an electrical power collector and a power grid.2. The renewable energy collection device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one panel comprises a plurality of panels claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of panels further comprise an entrance to the air channel at a first end and an exit to the air channel at a second end opposite the first end claim 1 , wherein when the panels are secured to the barrier consecutively claim 1 , the entrances and the exits are fluidly connected.3. The renewable energy collection device of claim 2 , wherein fins of the wind turbine protrude into the air channel adjacent to and before the exit.4. The renewable energy collection device of claim 1 , wherein the at least one wind collection vent comprises a plurality of wind collection vents each fluidly connected to the air channel.5. The ...

Wind turbine

A wind turbine is provided to overcome the low conversion rates of existing thermal wind turbines, which are unable to meet the growing demand for power. A wind turbine tower ( 7 ) is provided with a shaft ( 3 ) that extends vertically from the bottom or the middle of the tower to the top of the tower. The top end of the shaft is connected to the rotation shaft of a generator ( 2 ). A flywheel ( 4 ) is provided at the bottom of the shaft ( 3 ). Air inlets ( 8 ) are provided about the tower wall at the bottom of the tower and are oriented upward. A screw flight ( 31 ) is provided about the shaft, spiraling upward from the bottom to the top thereof. The wind turbine reduces loss of wind power, makes full use of wind energy, and achieves wind-to-power conversion rates of at least 85%.

CYCLONIC WIND ENERGY CONVERTER

The present invention relates to a cyclonic or anti-cyclonic conversion generator comprising a hollow and rigid structure () having at the upper end thereof diffusing deflectors () to produce a venturi effect and means for converting the kinetic energy of the outside wind into electrical energy, said hollow and rigid structure comprising: means for generating a primary flow () and means for generating a secondary flow () or vortex core, using convectors (), (); and means that facilitate the vertical movement of the primary flow and the secondary flow, using slopes that increase the peripheral flow () or a central protrusion or convex surface (). The generator can be used for generating cyclones and anti-cyclones and can be used with any fluid, such as wind or water. The generator allows the speed of the fluid to be increased, concentrating said fluid on the periphery, which results in improved performance and effectiveness. 1. A cyclonic or anti-cyclonic conversion generator comprising:{'b': 1', '2, 'a hollow and rigid structure () having at the upper end thereof deflector diffusers (),'}means for converting kinetic energy of outside wind into electrical energy,{'b': 3', '4, 'claim-text': [{'b': 3', '5, 'wherein means for generating a primary flow () comprise a series of convergent convectors () channeling the air from outside into the inside of the hollow structure, characterized in that'}, {'b': '2', 'the deflector diffusers () are arranged in a stepped way increasing from its base towards the upper end in order to form several concentric flows which produce a venturi effect on the output vortex fluid,'}, {'b': 5', '12, 'the input surface defined by each convector () is divided by a series of partitions or separators in the form of slopes () which are inclined to promote the increase in rotation of the primary flow and provides an upward or downward vertical component produced by the slopes and cooperates in the increased generation of the secondary flow or vortex ...

Water level flow speed-increasing generating station, power station, water supply station, and offshore floating city

The present invention relates to the field of hydraulic machinery, and relates to, by using the law of motion conversion and Bernoulli's equation, a generating station formed with a water level speed-increasing water tunnel set on a special ship or offshore floating city increasing a natural flow velocity V1≦1 msec of a water source to a high speed of V2≧200 msec to propel a turbine, and drive a generator; a power station formed with the turbine driving various load machinery; and a water supply station formed with an outlet of the speed-increasing water tunnel being connected to a lift tube. Hence, the present invention can replace high dams of a small number, to convert planar flow dynamics of wide rivers, seas, and oceans into inexhaustible, cheap, clean, and sustainable energy, which is a major theme project of the third industrial revolution.

Systems and/or methods for using air/wind power to charge/re-charge vehicle batteries

Certain example embodiments of this invention relate to techniques that harness air/wind power to charge and/or re-charge a battery of a vehicle that is at least partially electrically powered. In certain example embodiments, air/wind enters into a channel formed in a vehicle and turns a turbine which, in turn, generates electricity that may be used to charge and/or re-charge a battery of the vehicle. In certain example embodiments, the velocity of the air/wind may be increased within the channel by virtue of features including, for example, retractable and/or directional vanes and/or side wall elements that help create constricting locations (or choke points). In certain example embodiments, the velocity of the air/wind may be increased within the channel by virtue of features that produce the Coanda effect. Thus, for instance, both the Venturi effect and the Coanda effect may be used to increase the efficiency of the overall system.

EFFICIENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF MOBILE WIND POWER PLATFORMS

In embodiments of the present invention improved capabilities are described for a mobile wind power support structure, comprising a superstructure with mobile platform support structures, and a plurality of deployable rotating wind power structures, wherein the plurality of deployable rotating wind power structures are positioned in the superstructure through a wind orientation facility. 1. A system comprising:a plurality of wind energy conversion modules, each one of the plurality of wind energy conversion modules comprising a nozzle that includes an intake, a diffuser, and a throat between the intake and the diffuser, wherein a rotor is positioned within the throat to convert a flow of air into a rotational energy;a support structure supporting the plurality of nozzles in the plurality of wind energy conversion modules; anda non-mechanized element that uses an airflow to orient the plurality of nozzles in the support structure in a direction of the airflow,wherein one or more of the plurality of wind energy conversion modules and the support structure include a material for filling with a gas used to achieve a predetermined buoyancy for the system.2. (canceled)3. The system of wherein the non-mechanized element includes a tail on at least one of the plurality of nozzles.4. The system of wherein the plurality of nozzles include a plurality of self-orientating nozzles each with an independent orientation within the support structure.5. The system of wherein the plurality of nozzles include one or more nozzles configured to orient toward a vertical component of the direction of the airflow.6. The system of wherein the non-mechanized element includes a bearing coupling the plurality of wind energy conversion modules to the support structure claim 1 , wherein the bearing is mounted forward of a center of geometry of the plurality of wind energy conversion modules.7. The system of wherein the support structure includes a superstructure with a center of mass forward of a ...

Underwater Electrical Power Plant, a System and a Method

An underwater power plant, a method and a system are for converting kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity. The power plant has at least one turbine house defining a duct for housing a turbine apparatus, and a connecting means for attaching the turbine apparatus in the duct. The connecting means has at least one member slidably connected to the turbine house for allowing sliding of the turbine apparatus out of, into or within the turbine house. 1. An underwater power plant for converting kinetic energy of flowing water into electricity , the power plant comprising at least one turbine house defining a duct for housing a turbine apparatus , and a connecting means for attaching the turbine apparatus in the duct , the connecting means comprising at least one member slidably connected to the turbine house for allowing sliding of the turbine apparatus out of , into or within the turbine house , wherein the member is an elongate having a length exceeding an axial length of the turbine apparatus , and wherein the elongate member is capable of attaching the turbine apparatus to the turbine house also when the turbine apparatus is slid axially to a position outside of the turbine house , to allow vertical lifting of the turbine apparatus.2. The power plant according to claim 1 , wherein the member comprises a crib for receiving a protrusion from a body of the turbine apparatus.3. The power plant according to claim 1 , wherein the turbine apparatus is bi-directional.4. The power plant according to claim 3 , wherein the turbine apparatus is provided with a first rotor disc and a second rotor disc claim 3 , both of which are provided with rotor blades claim 3 , the first rotor disc is arranged for counter rotating with respect to the second rotor disc.5. The power plant according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one turbine house has at least three wall portions having an outer surface and an inner surface claim 1 , the wall portions being interconnected for forming ...

VORTEX GENERATOR

A vortex generator apparatus including a fluid intake duct, a fluid tank including: a first fluid inlet port, a second fluid inlet port, and a fluid outlet port. A turbine is provided outside of the fluid tank in fluid communication with the fluid outlet port. 1. A vortex generator apparatus for mixing of fluids comprising:a fluid intake duct; a first fluid inlet port in fluid communication with the fluid intake duct,', 'a second fluid inlet port, and', 'a fluid outlet port;, 'a fluid tank comprising outside of the fluid tank', 'in fluid communication with the fluid outlet port;, 'a turbine provided'}wherein the vortex generator apparatus comprises a fluid outlet duct in fluid communication with the fluid outlet port and wherein the turbine is located within the fluid outlet duct; andwherein the fluid outlet duct has a divergent wall section around the turbine.2. A vortex generator apparatus as claimed in wherein:the fluid tank defines a substantially cylindrical swirl chamber,centred on a fluid rotational axis;the second fluid inlet port,fluid outlet port; andturbinealso being centred on the fluid rotational axis.3. A vortex generator apparatus as claimed in wherein:the second fluid inlet port; andthe fluid outlet portare centred on the fluid rotational axis at opposite sides of the fluid tank; andthe fluid outlet port is spaced between the second fluid inlet port and the turbine.4. A vortex generator apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , wherein:the fluid outlet duct further comprises, in series with the divergent wall section:a parallel wall section; anda convergent wall section terminating at a duct exit.5. A vortex generator apparatus as claimed in claim 2 , wherein: provided substantially on a tangent to a side wall of the fluid tank; and', 'aligned to deliver fluid to an internal surface of the fluid side wall to thereby induce swirl about the fluid rotational axis., 'the fluid intake duct is6. A vortex generator apparatus as claimed in claim 1 , whereina shaft ...

Underwater installation-type water-flow power generation system

The present invention provides an underwater installation-type water-flow power generation system constituted such that, even if a plurality of underwater installation-type water-flow power generation units is to be installed in a deep water area, a collision between each of the plurality of underwater installation-type water-flow power generation units can be prevented, and each of the underwater installation-type water-flow power generation units can be installed under the sea simply, rapidly, and safely in the same state as the installation under the shallow sea a large power generation output can be obtained efficiently and stably by using an ocean current or a water flow which is natural energy.

APPARATUS FOR WIND POWER GENERATION

The present disclosure relates to an apparatus () for wind power generation comprising at least one primary wind duct (); at least one secondary wind duct (); at least one pressure-balancing and guiding unit (); at least one primary blade unit (); at least one booster and generator unit (); at least one secondary blade unit (); and at least one extractor (). Characteristically, a counter-rotating motion is created between the primary blade unit (), the secondary blade unit () and the components of the booster and generator unit (), which causes an increase in the velocity of the wind flowing through the apparatus () and a resultant increase in the impact of the high velocity wind on the blades; further amplifying the self-reinforcing effect occurring at each stage of the apparatus (). 110. An apparatus () for wind power generation comprising:{'b': 12', '14', '14, 'a. at least one primary wind duct () comprising a plurality of converging modules arranged centripetally along a vertical channel (); said modules being adapted to draw in the wind blowing in the surroundings, compress and direct the resulting high velocity wind into said vertical channel ();'}{'b': 16', '12', '14', '14', '14', '16', '16, 'b. at least one secondary wind duct () mounted coaxially over said primary wind duct (), comprising a plurality of converging modules arranged centripetally along said vertical channel () and adapted to draw in the wind blowing in the surroundings, compress and direct the resulting high velocity wind into said vertical channel (); wherein the high velocity wind blowing in the vertical channel (), creates a low pressure area in said secondary duct () causing more wind to get sucked into the secondary duct (), creating a cascading effect;'}{'b': 18', '16', '18', '18', '18', '10', '12', '16', '18', '14', '20, 'i': a', 'b', 'a', 'b, 'c. at least one pressure-balancing and guiding unit () mounted coaxially on said secondary wind duct (), comprising a duct end () and a blade ...

Turbine System and Method

Some embodiments of a turbine system described herein provide a turbine that rotates in response to fluid flow, and include a rampart device that remains relatively stationary compared to the turbine and is shaped to affect fluid flow for effective power generation. The rotation of the turbine can drive a generator to output electrical energy. 1. (canceled)2. A rampart device for use with a rotatable turbine in an off-axis fluid flow of a submersed environment for electrical power generation , comprising:a body including a front region, a tail region, and a turbine-receiving region positioned at least partially between the front region and the tail region, the front region including an upwardly sloping surface having an uppermost portion, the turbine-receiving region including a recess having a base surface configured to receive a rotatable turbine, and the uppermost portion extending to a vertical height higher than the base surface; anda base structure positioned below the body and including one or more anchors extending away from the body.3. The rampart device of claim 2 , wherein the turbine-receiving portion is configured to receive the rotatable turbine such that the body does not rotate with the rotatable turbine.4. The rampart device of claim 2 , wherein the recess is defined at least in part by a curved wall having a height that is greater near the front region than at the tail region.5. The rampart device of claim 4 , wherein the curved wall portion comprises an aperture extending through the wall between an interior of the recess and an exterior of the body.6. The rampart device of claim 2 , wherein the body is asymmetric about the vertical axis.7. The rampart device of claim 2 , wherein the tail portion comprises an upwardly facing major surface claim 2 , at least a portion of the upwardly major surface positioned below the base surface when in use.8. The rampart device of claim 2 , wherein the front region claim 2 , the turbine-receiving region claim 2 ...

MULTI-STAGE RADIAL FLOW TURBINE

Various multi-stage radial turbine configurations that provide highly efficient momentum transfer between a fluid and the mechanical interface in both power producing and power consuming undertakings. 117.-. (canceled)18. A turbine system configured for use i) in a power system for a vehicle , ii) in a power-generating wind turbine system , iii) in a pump , iv) in a compressor , v) as a component of an internal combustion engine. or vi) in a hydroelectric generator , said turbine system comprising a collector , a distributor , a first multi-vane radial turbine stage rotatable about an axis , said rotation of said first multi-vane radial turbine stage configured to generate rotational output , said collector configured to capture and direct a portion of a freely flowing fluid to said distributor , said distributor configured to distribute and turn said flowing fluid from said collector into a radially outward flow that is oriented into an entrance of said first multi-vane radial turbine stage , said turned flowing fluid contacting a plurality of vanes on said first multi-vane radial turbine stage as said turned flowing fluid flows radially outward from said axis to thereby cause said first multi-vane radial turbine stage to rotate about said axis.19. The turbine system as defined in claim 18 , wherein said distributor is configured to split said fluid received from said collector into a plurality of fluid streams claim 18 , at least a first and second fluid stream from said distributor directed radially outwardly from said axis of said first multi-vane radial turbine stage.20. The turbine system as defined in claim 18 , further including a diverter movable between closed and open positions and configured to selectively divert at least a portion of said fluid flowing from said distributor away from said first multi-vane radial turbine stage and to at least partially act as an obstruction in said flowing fluid.21. The turbine system as defined in claim 18 , wherein ...

SELF-PROPELLED BUOYANT ENERGY CONVERTER AND METHOD FOR DEPLOYING SAME

Disclosed is a system for deploying, stationing, and translocating buoyant wind- and wave-energy converters and/or other buoyant structures or devices, as well as farms of same. Also disclosed is a novel apparatus and/or machine comprising a farm of buoyant wave energy converters deployed by said method and/or configured to be deployed by said method. 1. A geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network , comprising:a plurality of buoyant wave energy converters;an automated system for controlling a location of the wave energy converters, at least a subset of the wave energy converters configured for generating electrical power from wave motion, said at least a subset of wave energy converters being self-propelled;propulsion units in communication with the automated system, said propulsion units configured to move the network of wave energy converters in response to commands from the automated system; anda plurality of computers on the wave energy converters, the plurality of computers powered by a portion of electrical energy generated by the wave energy converters;wherein the geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network transfers data among the wave energy converters during migration of the wave energy converters across a body of water.2. The geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network of claim 1 , wherein the propulsion units include a propeller situated below a surface of the body of water.3. The geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network of claim 1 , wherein the propulsion units include wave-driven propulsive flaps.4. The geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network of claim 1 , wherein the automated system relies on GPS satellite data to identify a current location of the wave energy converters.5. The geographically reconfigurable wave-powered computing network of claim 1 , wherein electrical energy generated by the wave energy converters is pooled among the network of wave energy ...

Turbocharger

A turbocharger includes a turbine housing formed with openings of twin scrolls such that the openings are arranged to be adjacent to each other in an axial direction of a turbine. A fixed sleeve is fixedly disposed within the turbine housing such that an inner surface of the fixed sleeve defines a basic passage as a passage for exhaust gas emerging from the turbine while defining a bypass passage outside the basic passage as a passage for exhaust gas bypassing the turbine. A sliding ring can slide in the axial direction of the turbine between the fixed sleeve and the turbine housing, to control a state in which exhaust gas passing through the twin scrolls is supplied to the turbine and a state in which the exhaust gas passing through the twin scrolls is discharged into the bypass passage while bypassing the turbine. 1. A turbocharger comprising:a turbine housing formed with openings of twin scrolls such that the openings are arranged to be adjacent to each other in an axial direction of a turbine;a fixed sleeve fixedly disposed within the turbine housing such that an inner surface of the fixed sleeve defines a basic passage as a passage for exhaust gas emerging from the turbine while defining a bypass passage outside the basic passage as a passage for exhaust gas bypassing the turbine; anda sliding ring that is slidable in the axial direction of the turbine between the fixed sleeve and the turbine housing, the sliding ring configured to control a state in which exhaust gas passing through the twin scrolls is supplied to the turbine and a state in which the exhaust gas passing through the twin scrolls is discharged into the bypass passage while bypassing the turbine.2. The turbocharger according to claim 1 , wherein the fixed sleeve comprises an inner sleeve defining the basic passage and an outer sleeve surrounding an outer surface of the inner sleeve such that the bypass passage is defined between the inner sleeve and the outer sleeve.3. The turbocharger according ...

FLOW ENERGY INSTALLATION, IN PARTICULAR ENCASED WIND TURBINE

An encased wind turbine has a casing, rotationally symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal axis and has the cross-section of an airfoil. The radially inner upper side delimits a flow channel. A guide element is rotationally symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal axis projects by part of its length, contrary to the direction of flow, over the casing. The propeller drives a generator, arranged in the housing, for generating electrical energy. The propeller viewed in the direction of flow, is located at least approximately at the guide-element trailing edge. Impinged on by the main flow of the wind, while a bypass flow, owing to the airfoil profile, generates a negative pressure downstream from the guide element and thus accelerates the main flow, is generated between the casing and the guide element. The propeller may be located downstream from the guide element and arranged to be adjustable in its longitudinal position. 1. A flow energy installation , in particular encased wind turbine , having an annular casing , which defines a longitudinal axis and which is at least approximately rotationally symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal axis , and which has the cross-section of an airfoil profile , and the radially inner upper side of which delimits a flow channel for a fluid , having an annular guide element , which is at least approximately rotationally symmetrical in relation to the longitudinal axis , and the greatest external diameter of which is less than the least inside width of the flow channel , and the guide-element leading edge of which is arranged upstream from the leading edge of the casing in the direction of flow of the fluid , and the guide-element trailing edge of which is arranged downstream from the leading edge and upstream from the least inside width of the flow channel , and having a propeller , which is arranged in the flow channel , is rotatable about the longitudinal axis and is impinged on by the fluid , for the purpose of ...

PRESSURE CONTROLLED WIND TURBINE ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

The present invention provides a pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system and a method of enhancing the airflow past a wind turbine, the enhancement system including a two part conical nozzle to be located upwind or upstream of a turbine in order to augment the natural flow of air past blades of the turbine in a manner which produces increased power output from the turbine. 1. A pressure controlled wind turbine enhancement system comprising a wind turbine having a set of blades; a nozzle comprising a continuous cylindrical sidewall having an inlet and an outlet defining an airflow channel therebetween , the inlet having a larger cross section then the outlet , and a circumferentially extending vent in the sidewall defining a first section of the nozzle between the inlet and the vent and a second section of the nozzle between the vent and the outlet.2. A system according to in which the vent extends around substantially the full circumference of the nozzle.3. A system according to in which the vent comprises a number of discrete elongate circumferentially extending slots.4. A system according to in which the first section has a converging profile with respect to the direction of airflow through the nozzle and the second section has a converging diverging profile with respect to the direction of airflow and defining a throat region.6. A system according to in which the blades of the turbine are positioned at the throat region of the second section.6. A system according to in which the rate of convergence of the first section varies between the inlet and the vent such that the sidewall forming the first section forms a curved conical surface.7. A system according to in which the rate of convergence the second section varies between the vent and the throat region such that the sidewall forming the converging part of the second section forms a curved conical surface.8. A system according to in which each section of the nozzle substantially conical is shape.9. ...

Bidirectional system and apparatus for generating power

An apparatus for use in generating electricity from a bidirectional water flow, such as tidal flow is described. The apparatus comprises: a base structure; a primary flow pipe defining a first flow passage through the base structure; a secondary flow pipe defining a second flow passage through the base structure. The primary flow pipe comprises: a convergent section; a mixing chamber, the convergent section being connected to a first end of the mixing chamber to define a venturi therebetween; and a diffuser section connected to a second end of the mixing chamber. The apparatus further comprises an opening in the secondary flow pipe arranged to provide fluidic communication between the second flow passage and the mixing chamber; a turbine connectable to a generator and arranged to be rotated by water flow from the second flow passage; and, a control mechanism for directing the water flow from the second flow passage through the opening into the mixing chamber, where water flowing from a first direction flows into the mixing chamber from one end of the base structure and water flowing from a second direction flows into the mixing chamber from the opposite end of the base structure.

Wind-energy conversion system and methods apparatus and method

A wind-energy conversion system includes an air intake, a receiver and an energy conversion unit. The air intake includes a first unidirectional intake portion, a second unidirectional intake portion. The first and second unidirectional intakes include a horizontal pipe portion, an elbow portion, and a vertical pipe portion. The receiver is in fluid communication with the first unidirectional intake portion and the second unidirectional portion. The receiver receives air from the first unidirectional intake and the second unidirectional intake. The receiver includes a converging flow passage, and an air outlet. The energy conversion unit is in fluid communication with the air outlet.

DIFFUSER PIPE WITH VORTEX GENERATORS

A diffuser for a centrifugal compressor includes a diffuser pipe having an internal flow passage extending therethrough between an inlet and an outlet, a bend in the internal flow passage disposed between the inlet and the outlet, and a throat defined in the internal flow passage downstream of the inlet and upstream of the bend. One or more vortex generators project into the internal flow passage, and the vortex generators are disposed downstream of the throat and upstream of the bend. A method for diffusing fluid flow in a diffuser of a compressor is also described. In operation, the vortex generators engage fluid flow in the internal flow passage to generate downstream vortices. 1. A diffuser for a centrifugal compressor , the diffuser comprising:a diffuser pipe having an internal flow passage extending therethrough between an inlet and an outlet, a bend in the internal flow passage disposed between the inlet and the outlet, and a throat defined in the internal flow passage downstream of the inlet and upstream of the bend; andone or more vortex generators projecting into the internal flow passage, the vortex generators being disposed downstream of the throat and upstream of the bend.2. The diffuser of claim 1 , wherein each of the one or more vortex generators extend from an inner surface of the internal flow passage a distance substantially equal to or less than a thickness of a boundary layer at a location of the one or more vortex generators claim 1 , the boundary layer being formed in operation by fluid flow in the internal flow passage.3. The diffuser of claim 2 , wherein the one or more vortex generators are disposed on a radially-inner portion of an inner surface of the internal flow passage.4. The diffuser of claim 1 , wherein the one or more vortex generators include a plurality of vortex generates forming a first circumferential row along an inner surface of the internal flow passage.5. The diffuser of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of vortex generators ...

Hydrodynamic energy generation system with energy recovery and levering subsystem

The hydrodynamic energy generation system includes a vertically aligned housing comprising a hollow interior and an opening at a top, wherein the housing is at least partially submerged in a body of water, a valve coupled to a top of the housing for regulating an amount of water that enters the opening at the top and falls into the housing, wherein the valve is located under a water line, a water wheel coupled to a generator that produces electrical power when the water wheel is moved by water that falls into the housing, a reservoir located below the water wheel for holding water, a pump for removing water from the reservoir, and a water jet for receiving water from the pump and jettisoning water towards the water wheel, so as to move the water wheel and cause the generator to produce electrical power.

Rooftop wind turbine flow improvements

One of the challenges of rooftop wind turbines is that the building causes turbulence and updrafts and can create a blockage to the wind at rooftop level. That means lower speed and higher turbulence wind hitting the turbine and less power output. Prior art solutions consisted of elevating the blades of rooftop turbines or making the updraft hit the blades. Creating structures that separate the turbulence of the air below roof level from the oncoming and higher velocity linear wind above roof level, where the turbine is located, can decrease slowing of the rooftop level wind stream and enable the blades to be placed closer to roof level, thereby saving construction costs and roof weight. It is ideal to combine these improvements with a vertical axis wind turbine.

FLUID-REDIRECTING STRUCTURE

A fluid-redirecting structure includes a rigid body having an upstream end, a downstream end, and an axis of rotation, the rigid body incorporating a plurality of troughs each spiralled from a tip at the upstream end to the downstream end about the axis of rotation, the troughs being splayed with respect to the axis of rotation thereby to, proximate the downstream end, direct incident fluid along the troughs away from the axis of rotation. 1. A fluid-redirecting structure attached to a turbine , the fluid-redirecting structure comprising:an ultrasonic noise inducer adapted for repelling one or more animals from the turbine by generating ultrasonic sound waves.2. The fluid-redirecting structure of claim 1 , wherein the ultrasonic noise inducer generates the ultrasonic soundwaves at a frequency of 15 KHz or greater with a sound pressure at 1 meter of approximately 95 to approximately 102 dB.3. The fluid-redirecting structure of claim 1 , wherein ultrasonic noise inducer is positioned inside a nacelle or a nose cone of the fluid-redirecting structure.4. The fluid-redirecting structure of claim 1 , wherein the fluid-redirecting structure is attached to the turbine at a center axis of the turbine; and the fluid-redirecting structure comprises a plurality of troughs claim 1 , such that each of these troughs in a corresponding downstream section become aligned with an upwind power-producing airfoil portion of a respective rotor blade of said turbine claim 1 , coming within close proximity thereof to the leading edge of this blade claim 1 , creating a gap between an outer most portion of a downstream end of the fluid-redirecting device and the blade.5. The fluid-redirecting structure of claim 4 , wherein the fluid-redirecting structure is a nosecone or a hub of a wind turbine.6. The fluid-redirecting structure of claim 4 , wherein the plurality of troughs are configured to direct incident wind reaching the downstream end of the troughs outwards and along the troughs in a ...

Harnessing electricity from controlled tornado

The invention described herein safely creates, sustains and controls tornado in a structurally sound, heat resistant tower for generation of electricity. Number of new inventions are described. The most unique is delivery of central super cold air via a duct. This feature will be a pull through thread to enhance all the three sources of energy in a tornado. It is a low cost construction device using present day, available technology. When Placed near an user community it will have low cost of transmission. It will use waste heat for cheaper cost of production. It would be a demand controlled production, conserving resources when electricity not needed and be able to produce more when needed. Thus it will be a win for the investors for better returns on investment by avoiding wasteful unpaid production, and a win for the communities providing more electricity when needed.

WIND POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

Provided is a wind power generation system including: a wind power generation apparatus that includes at least a duct having a longitudinal cross section formed in a substantial streamline shape, the longitudinal cross section being cut along a central axis, an impeller placed in the duct, and a power generator that generates power by rotation of the impeller; an anemovane installed so as to be able to measure a wind direction and/or wind power in a vicinity of the wind power generation apparatus; a rotating pedestal that supports the wind power generation apparatus so as to be rotatable along a supporting surface; and a control device that controls a rotational angle of the rotating pedestal based on the wind direction and/or the wind power measured by the anemovane. 1a wind power generation apparatus that includes at least a duct having a longitudinal cross section formed in a substantial streamline shape, the longitudinal cross section being cut along a central axis, an impeller placed in the duct, and a power generator that generates power by rotation of the impeller;an anemovane installed so as to be able to measure a wind direction and/or wind power in a vicinity of the wind power generation apparatus;a rotating pedestal that supports the wind power generation apparatus so as to be rotatable along a supporting surface; anda control device that controls a rotational angle of the rotating pedestal based on the wind direction and/or the wind power measured by the anemovane.. A wind power generation system comprising: The present application is a Continuation of U.S. application Ser. No. /,, filed Oct. , , which is the U.S. National Stage of PCT/JP/, filed Mar. , , which claims priority to Japanese Application No. JP -, filed Apr. , . The entire disclosure and contents of each of these applications are hereby incorporated by reference herein in entirety.The present application relates to a wind power generation system.Recently, from consideration for global ...

SYSTEM FOR RECOVERING ENERGY FROM RENEWABLE SOURCES

A system for recovering energy from renewable sources comprises a first conduit (2) for the flow of a working fluid, heating means (3) of the fluid in the first conduit (2) adapted to promote the flow thereinside, a turbine (4) having a conveyor (5) in fluid communication with the first conduit (2) and an impeller (6) adapted to be connected to generating means (8) for the generation of energy for receiving the flow sent by the first conduit (2) and intercepted by the conveyor (5) to operate the generating means (8). 2615651615175. System as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that said impeller () has one or more blades () adapted to move between a thrust position and a return position upon rotation of said impeller () claim 1 , said conveyor () having a supplying mouth () for the flow in a position facing the blade (′) in said thrust position and a side wall () at least partially wrapping said impeller ().34181915201556. System as claimed in claim 2 , characterized in that said turbine () comprises a flow diverter () which extends from an input section () facing one or more blades (″) in said return position to an output section () facing one or more blades (′) in said thrust position and in fluid communication with said conveyor () to return at least partially the working fluid toward the latter and increase the torque produced by the flow on said impeller ().41821. System as claimed in claim 3 , characterized in that said flow diverter () is divided into a plurality of return ducts () substantially curvilinear and in. mutually side-by-side position.53914102. System as claimed in claim 1 , characterized in that said heating means () comprise a heater device () operating with a renewable energy source claim 1 , such as a solar thermal device () claim 1 , a solar concentration device or the like claim 1 , having a second conduit () for the circulation of a heating fluid fluidically connected to said first conduit ().63111221310. System as claimed in claim 5 , ...

SELF-PROPELLED BUOYANT ENERGY CONVERTER AND METHOD FOR DEPLOYING SAME

Disclosed is a system for deploying, stationing, and translocating buoyant wind- and wave-energy converters and/or other buoyant structures or devices, as well as farms of same. Also disclosed is a novel apparatus and/or machine comprising a farm of buoyant wave energy converters deployed by said method and/or configured to be deployed by said method. 1. A physically interconnected network of buoyant , self-powered , self-propelled energy converters that generate electrical energy from at least one of wind and wave motion , the network including a plurality of flexible connectors connecting said energy converters together.2. The network of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the flexible connectors includes an electrical cable that transmits electrical power between two interconnected energy converters.3. The network of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the flexible connectors includes a data transmission cable that communicates data between two interconnected energy converters.4. The network of claim 1 , wherein a first of the energy converters further comprises a plurality of computing devices that are energized by electrical energy generated by the first energy converter.5. The network of claim 1 , wherein a first of the energy converters further comprises a plurality of computing devices that are energized by electrical energy generated by a second of the energy converters.6. The network of claim 1 , wherein a first of the energy converters further comprises a plurality of computing devices that execute a computational task received from one of a remote transmitter and a second of the energy converters.7. The network of claim 6 , wherein the first of the energy converters transmits computational results derived from the execution of the received computational task to one of a remote transmitter claim 6 , the second of the energy converters claim 6 , and a third of the energy converters.8. The network of claim 1 , wherein at least one of the energy converters ...

VERTICAL AXIS WIND TURBINES

A vertical axis wind energy power turbine having a hollow shaft on which are attached, rotating and fixed components with outer-surface shapes, fixed vanes, and integral heating to concentrate without confining airflow, an overspin-limiting power-enhancing self-engaging flywheel, and, conversion systems for both, pumped air that may be transferred through hollow mountings to do other work, and, for electricity generation. 1. A wind turbine comprising:a shaft vertically extending along an axis;a plurality of stator blades coupled to the shaft and radially extending therefrom;a rotor rotatably coupled to the shaft and encircling the plurality of stator blades;an upper cowl coupled to the shaft vertically above the rotor; anda lower cowl coupled to the shaft vertically below the rotor;wherein the rotor, the upper cowl, and the lower cowl are configured to radially inwardly concentrate airflow across the rotor such that the rotor rotates and the wind turbine generates electrical power.2. The wind turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the upper cowl has a base section that radially inwardly slopes toward the rotor and the lower cowl has an outer cover that radially inwardly slopes toward the rotor.3. The wind turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the rotor defines an annular passage configured to permit the airflow to flow from a drive side of the rotor to a return side of the rotor.4. The wind turbine according to claim 3 , wherein the passage has an annular void configured to further concentrate the airflow.5. The wind turbine according to claim 1 , wherein the rotor has a plurality of peltons that are configured to cause rotation of the rotor as the airflow moves across the rotor and the plurality of peltons.6. The wind turbine according to claim 5 , wherein the peltons are radially spaced around the shaft.7. The wind turbine according to claim 5 , wherein at least one pelton in the plurality of peltons is shaped differently than the remaining peltons in the ...

POWER GENERATION AND PROPULSION ARCHITECTURE USING FLUID FLOW

A turbine system that harnesses energy from natural atmospheric wind and water currents for power generation and storage in a power storage mode, and in a reverse switched operation, sources current to the turbine system from storage power to function in a propulsion mode to propel an associated structure (e.g., boat, aircraft). 1. A turbine system , comprising:a turbine mounted in a housing into which fluid flow is received for rotation of the turbine, the housing having compound nozzles which include a smaller opening into which fluid flow is received and a larger opening from which fluid flow is exhausted, the turbine positioned inside a shroud, the shroud designed as a conic section and rotates in unison with the turbine; anda power generation system connected to the turbine to receive and store power from the turbine in a power storage mode, and to deliver power to the turbine to control the turbine in a propulsion mode.2. The turbine system of claim 1 , further comprising an electromechanical control system which controls cycling blades of the turbine system to incrementally open and close the cycling blades to manage fluid flow into the turbine.3. The turbine system of claim 2 , wherein the cycling blades are controlled to achieve optimum rotational energy of the turbine for at least one of power generation or propulsion.4. The turbine system of claim 1 , further comprising an electromechanical control system for control and data acquisition claim 1 , power conversion claim 1 , and power routing claim 1 , the electromechanical control system is local to the power generation system.5. The turbine system of claim 1 , wherein the power generator system includes a rotating stator claim 1 , the rotating stator fixedly attached to the turbine claim 1 , and rotated by the turbine based on the fluid flow to generate power which is routed to power storage.6. The turbine system of claim 1 , wherein the housing is pivotally mounted and controlled to enable the ...

Wind plant method and apparatus

A wind plant includes at least one wind collector assembly configured to collect a wind stream; at least one booster arm in fluid communication with the at least one wind collector assembly, the booster arm configured to receive the wind stream and to increase the flowrate of the wind stream; and at least one exit conduit, the at least one exit conduit in fluid communication with the booster arm and rotatable with respect to the booster arm. The at least one exit conduit is configured to rotate with respect to the at least one booster arm in response to a thrust force generated by the wind stream exiting the exit conduit. A method of capturing energy from wind is also disclosed.

WAVE ENERGY DEVICE WITH CONSTRICTED TUBE AND GENERATOR POD

A wave energy converter utilizes a flotation module that rises and falls with the passage of waves, a submerged tube containing a constriction which multiplies the speed of the water passing therethrough, a turbine (or other hydrokinetic apparatus) positioned so as to extract energy from the accelerated flow of water within and/or through the tube, and a submerged gas- or liquid-filled chamber housing one or more energy conversion components (e.g. generators, transformers, rectifiers, inverters). By providing a chamber in proximity to the turbine, generators can be placed in closer proximity to the turbine that turns them, and the shared shaft can be shorter than if the generators were placed in the buoy adjacent to the surface. 1. A positively buoyant wave energy converter , comprising:a water conducting tube having at least one constriction for accelerating water therein;a flotation module rigidly connected to the water conducting tube and having a horizontal cross-sectional area larger than a largest cross-sectional area of the water conducting tube;a submerged pod defining an interior volume with a non-corrosive environment;a water turbine disposed proximal to the submerged pod; a generator disposed within the interior of the submerged pod;a rotatable linkage transferring kinetic energy at the water turbine to the generator; andan electrical conduit linking the generator to an energy receptor unit on the flotation module for transferring electrical energy from the generator thereto.2. The positively buoyant wave energy converter of claim 1 , wherein the non-corrosive environment is air.3. The positively buoyant wave energy converter of claim 1 , wherein the non-corrosive environment is argon gas.4. The positively buoyant wave energy converter of claim 1 , wherein the non-corrosive environment is oil.5. The positively buoyant wave energy converter of claim 1 , wherein water conducting tube having at least one constriction includes a converging section.6. The ...

A SYSTEM FOR GENERATING HYDROKINETIC POWER FROM A SUBCRITICAL CHANNEL

A system for generating hydrokinetic power from a subcritical channel is disclosed. The system comprises a power channel diverted from the subcritical channel for generating hydrokinetic power by changing one more flow parameters of water, wherein the power channel includes an intake section, one or more slope section, one or more power section and a recovery section, an intake spillway at the intake section of power channel, connecting the subcritical channel with the power channel for enhancing the velocity of water, wherein the intake spillway is designed based on rate of discharge of water to be drawn from the subcritical channel and an array of turbines located in the power channel for generating power using the diverted water from the subcritical channel, wherein the number of turbines are based on the length of the power channel. 1. A system for generating hydrokinetic power from a subcritical channel comprises:a power channel diverted from the subcritical channel for generating hydrokinetic power by changing one more flow parameters of water, wherein the power channel includes an intake section, one or more slope section, one or more power section and a recovery section;an intake spillway at the intake section of power channel, connecting the subcritical channel with the power channel for enhancing the velocity of water, wherein the intake spillway is designed based on rate of discharge of water to be drawn from the subcritical channel; andan array of turbines located in the power channel for generating power using the diverted water from the subcritical channel, wherein the number of turbines are based on the length of the power channel.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein effect due to change in flow parameters of water at the power channel is isolated from the subcritical channel by maintaining a free flow operation of the intake spillway and a pre-defined energy at the slope section and the recovery section of the power channel.3. The system as ...

WIND CONCENTRATOR TURBINE GENERATOR

A wind concentrator turbine generator has an inlet cavity to concentrate a wind flow to a nozzle aperture. One or more turbine fans are oriented within a turbine cavity such that the concentrated find flow is directed at the turbine fans. A generator is coupled to each of the one or more turbine fans. The generator is scalable from discrete power generation requirements to utility scale power generation. Larger scale generators may be connected to deliver electrical power to regional electrical power grids. 1. A wind turbine generator comprising:a wind concentrator having an inlet cavity defined between a converging interior sidewall of a left and a right side panel, the inlet cavity terminating at a nozzle aperture, and a exit cavity defined by a diverging interior sidewall of the left and the right side panel;a turbine cavity defined in the interior sidewall in fluid communication with the nozzle aperture;a turbine fan rotationally disposed within the turbine cavity, the turbine having a plurality of elongate blades radially disposed about a hub, wherein a leading side of the turbine fan is positioned to capture a concentrated air flow exiting the nozzle aperture; andan electrical generator operatively coupled to the hub.2. The wind turbine generator of claim 1 , further comprising:a central spire formed as a symmetrical airfoil interposed between the left and the right side panel, wherein the turbine aperture is defined between an outwardly diverging sidewall of the spire and the converging interior sidewall.3. The wind turbine generator of claim 2 , further comprising:a depression formed in the spire aft of the nozzle aperture, the depression forming a portion of the turbine cavity.4. The wind turbine generator of claim 2 , wherein the wind concentrator further comprises:an exit cavity defined aft of the nozzle aperture between diverging interior sidewalls of a wing extension of the left and the right side panel and a converging sidewall of the spire.5. The wind ...

INERTIAL WATER COLUMN WAVE ENERGY CONVERTER

Disclosed is a novel device that converts some of the power in ocean waves into electrical power or other means of performing useful work. One or more tubes are arranged so that when the device is in position in a body of water, the tubes are oriented vertically with one end positioned proximate to and/or above the surface of the body of water on which the device floats, and with the other end positioned below the surface of that body of water. In some embodiments, through a differential restriction on the flow of air in and out of an upper end of the tube, the average height of the water inside the tube is different from the average height of the water outside the tube. In some embodiments, a hollow void inside a flotation structure of the embodiment is filled with water to contribute significant mass to the embodiment and increase the momentum associated with its vertical oscillations. Additional elements of the present disclosure include features that protect the device from damage during periods of large waves, and facilitate the powering and cooling of computers and/or other electronic equipment operated therein. 1. A wave-to-electricity energy converter , comprising:a buoyant flotation module adapted to float on a surface of a body of water, the buoyant flotation module comprising a deck, a hull, a ballast compartment, and a central vertical channel;a columnar body disposed within the central vertical channel and extending therebelow, the columnar body defining a water chamber comprising a water inlet and an air exit;a turbine disposed at the air exit;a plurality of computational modules installed at the flotation module, the plurality of computational modules powered by rotation of the turbine; anda valve fluidly connecting the columnar body and the ballast compartment.2. The reciprocating wave-to-electricity energy converter of claim 1 , wherein the buoyant flotation module has a semi-spherical hull.3. The reciprocating wave-to-energy converter of claim 1 , ...

Method and Apparatus for Tidal Flow Power Generation

A method and apparatus for generating electricity using a tidal stream impeller generator. The generator is a closed container, housing generators and related equipment in a non-flammable environment. The generator housing has affixed to it impeller blades, oriented to maximize the force captured from the movement of seawater with tides at depth. Tidal flow in seawater causes the housing and impeller blades rotate about a conduit, with the conduit serving as an axle as well as a conduit for cables, pipes, and related structures to enter the housing without breaching the watertight housing. The conduit passes through end caps on the housing, through watertight bearings. The rotation of the impeller provides the rotational energy for generators. 1. A method of generating electricity comprising the steps of:Providing an electricity generating assembly adapted for capturing tidal flow energy, comprising:A housing;One or more electrical generators contained within the housing, the generators having a common axle;The common axle being comprised of a conduit, the conduit having an interior hollow portion;The housing being tubular, having a flange at each end, and having end caps, the end caps comprised of a raised center portion and a flange such that the end caps seat into the ends of the housing;The end caps having watertight bearings positioned through the center of the end caps, the conduit passing through the end caps;One or more impellers, the impellers being mechanically attached to the conduit on the exterior of the end caps;Impeller blades mechanically affixed to the impeller;Electrical equipment located inside the housing, the electrical equipment providing control and power harvesting for the one or more generators;Control and power cables running through the conduit to the interior of the housing;Transferring the energy generated by the assembly to electrical storage and transmission means.2. A method of generating electricity according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

VENTURI VORTEX AND FLOW FACILITATING TURBINE

A wind harvesting assembly for a wind turbine, having: a Venturi tube having a hollow interior having a first air pressure; an open top end having a first diameter; an open bottom end having the first diameter; a tube length spanning between the open top end and the open bottom end; and a constricted section located above the bottom end, the constricted section adapted to increase a velocity of air passing through by having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter; a plurality of vertical wind turbine blades arranged around the Venturi tube, an outlet disbursement blade assembly disposed below the bottom open end of the Venturi tube and a port fan positioned coaxially with the Venturi tube. 1. A wind harvesting assembly for a wind turbine , the wind harvesting assembly comprising: a Venturi tube having:a hollow interior having a first air pressure;an open top end having a first diameter;an open bottom end having the first diameter;a tube length spanning between the open top end and the open bottom end; anda constricted section located above the bottom end, the constricted section being adapted to increase a velocity of air passing through the Venturi tube and cause an expulsion of air out of the Venturi tube by having a second diameter smaller than the first diameter;a plurality of vertical wind turbine blades arranged around the Venturi tube,an outlet disbursement blade assembly disposed below the open bottom end of the Venturi tube, comprising:a flat ring having a solid outer portion and an open inner portion, the solid outer portion having a top surface attached to the bottom ends of the vertical wind turbine blades, a bottom surface, an outer surface and an inner surface; anda plurality of curved disbursement blades, the curved disbursement blades being attached to bottom surface of the solid outer portion of the flat ring; anda port fan positioned coaxially with the Venturi tube and within the open inner portion of the flat ring, comprising:a plurality ...

Fluid turbine blade device

A wind turbine blade device includes a rotating unit including a blade module concentrically connected to a rotating shaft thereof and having a plurality of radially curved channels each having inlet and outlet ends. The inlet and outlet ends of the radially curved channels are configured to respectively permit flow of the flow body into and out thereof. An outer tube includes a tube body surrounding the rotating unit, and a plurality of rib plates provided in the tube body. The outlet end of each radially curved channel corresponds to one of the rib plates, and each radially curved channel forms an included angle with a corresponding rib plate such that the flow body flowing out of the outlet end can impact upon the corresponding rib plate.

WIND TURBINE SUITABLE FOR MOUNTING WITHOUT A WIND TURBINE TOWER

This invention discloses an improved wind turbine suitable for mounting without a wind turbine tower. The wind turbine is based on a rotor with appropriately selected blades. A nozzle and diffuser in the wind flow increase the amount of wind energy available to the rotor. The rotor is interruptibly connected with one or more of a plurality of generators which allows generation at a wide range of wind speeds. The rotor is also interruptibly connected with a co-axial flywheel which allows for storage or use of rotational energy as needed by the availability of wind energy. One or more wind turbines can be grouped together in a common housing. Electricity can also be generated by means of stored energy. The lack of a wind turbine tower and the general compact design allows the wind turbine to be used in close proximity to or on buildings. 1. A wind turbine comprising:a freely rotatable drum-style rotor open at both ends, with an inlet at one end for funneling air into the rotor and an exit at the other end to direct air away from rotor;one or more blades disposed within and connected to the drum-style rotor and co-axial therewith whereby the passage of air through the rotor induces rotor to rotate about its axis;mechanical means to direct the rotor into the direction of the wind; andmeans to interruptibly connect one or more of a plurality of generators to the rotor on the rotor's circumference in order to generate electricity.2. The wind turbine of wherein the one or more blades are screwlike blades.3. The wind turbine of wherein the one or more blades are fanlike blades.4. The wind turbine of wherein the wind turbine further comprises a diffuser following the outlet end of the rotor.5. The wind turbine of wherein the wind turbine further comprises a nozzle preceding the inlet at one end of the rotor.6. The wind turbine of wherein the wind turbine further comprises:a diffuser following the outlet end of the rotor; anda nozzle preceding the inlet at one end of the ...

TUNNEL WIND TURBINE WITH A HORIZONTAL AXIS OF THE ROTOR ROTATION

The turbine contains a diffuser () in the form of a rotational body, the wall of which has the shape of a convex-concave aeronautical profile in the axial section and a rotor () with blades () rotating in the plane of a throat (R) of the diffuser () and connected with a hub () by lower ends. The lower ends of the blades () are set away from the surface of the hub () by the dimension of the lower gap (z), the dimension being determined by the height of connectors () mounted to the lower ends of the blades () and to the hub (), the dimensions of the upper gap (z) between the upper ends of the blades () and the surface of the throat (R) and the lower gap (z) have dimensions ranging from 0.5 to 15% of the radius of the throat (R), preferably from 3 to 8%. The upper gap (z) is determined by the height of the connectors () mounted to the upper ends of the blades () and to the rotational ring () which rotates in the circumferential recess () of the diffuser () and the inner surface of which has a shape of the throat (R). Furthermore, the ratios of the dimensions of the upper gaps (z) and the lower gaps (z) to the corresponding lengths of chords (c, c) on the ends of blade () of the profiles have values ranging from 0.20 to 2.5, preferably from 0.6 to 1.2. 1. A tunnel wind turbine with a horizontal axis of the rotor rotation , including:{'b': 1', '17', '6, 'a diffuser () in the form of a rotating body, the wall of which has, in its axial section, the shape of a convex-concave aeronautical profile with a nose () directed towards inflowing air and which is supported by a wind direction bearing set () of a vertical rotation axis on the turbine mast, and'}{'b': 2', '7', '1', '3', '1', '4', '5', '1', '7', '3', '2', '8', '7', '3', '1', '7', '2, 'sub': t', 't', 't, 'a rotor () with blades () rotating in the plane of a throat (R) of the diffuser () and lower ends are connected with a hub () bearing mounted coaxially with the diffuser () and having a contour consistent with an ...

SYSTEM APPARATUS AND METHOD SUITABLE FOR CAPTURING WATER ENERGY

An apparatus, system and method to capture water power from head or pressure is provided utilizing pipes, inlets and outlets. The apparatus comprises a central bore having an internal diameter suitable for a fluid flow, the fluid flow moves inside the central bore through the apparatus, and at least one outlet, the fluid flow exits the apparatus through the at least one outlet, optionally, a plurality of inlets for flowing additional fluid to the central bore mix the fluid flow with the additional fluid from the plurality of inlets. The apparatus can further mix the fluid though additional mixing devices and additional devices can be used to recapture energy such as, hydroelectric power from the fluid flow. A system and method to capture water energy from fluid flow is provided. 1. An apparatus comprising:a. a central bore having an internal diameter suitable for a fluid flow, wherein the fluid flow moves inside the central bore through the apparatus;b. a plurality of outlets, wherein the fluid flow exits the apparatus through at least one outlet;c. multiple alternative flow paths connected to the central bore and the plurality of outlets for exiting the fluid flow from the central bore and at least one seal for sealing at least one flow path to prevent back-pressure from reversing the fluid flow direction; andd. at least one energy recapture device to capture at least a portion of the energy of the fluid flow through a section of the apparatus consisting of the central bore, the multiple alternative flow paths, the plurality of outlets, and any combination thereof.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the apparatus is a discharge device and at least one device inside the discharge device is a baffle to mix the fluid flow with additional fluid introduced to the central bore through at least one inlet.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of inlets oriented for flowing at least a portion of the fluid flow tangentially to the central bore to ...

BI-DIRECTIONAL SCALABLE TURBINE

The present invention provides a simple and effective passive turbine unit that uses the flow of water or air to rotate a main runner and produce continuous and intermittent electricity from streams, rivers, tidal water and high wind areas. The turbine unit may be installed as an individual unit or in combination with other turbine units. In an alternative configuration the turbine units may be stacked on top of one another. The turbine units are capable of working in a bi-directional flow of water or air, and are scalable to meet the needs of a user. The turbine unit is particularly suited for use within undeveloped areas that do not have access to electricity but do have access to streams, rivers, tidal waters, or high wind areas. 1. A turbine for generation of electricity comprising: a main runner hub; and', 'at least two main runner blades;, 'a main runner comprising;'}a main runner shaft; and a water inlet;', 'an adjustable water inlet guide gate; and', 'a water outlet., 'a main runner housing chamber comprising;'}2. The turbine of claim 1 , wherein the main runner housing chamber further comprises:an adjustable water outlet guide gate.3. The turbine of claim 1 , wherein the main runner housing chamber adjustable water inlet guide gate is automatically regulated claim 1 , adjusted or controlled.4. The turbine of claim 2 , wherein the main runner housing chamber adjustable water outlet guide gate is automatically regulated claim 2 , adjusted or controlled.5. The turbine of claim 1 , wherein the turbine further comprises:at least one main runner housing chamber water inlet guide arm; andat least one main runner housing chamber water outlet guide arm.6. The turbine of claim 5 , wherein the main runner housing water inlet guide arm and main runner housing water outlet guide arm are adjustable and may be automatically regulated claim 5 , adjusted or controlled.7. The turbine of claim 1 , wherein the operation of the turbine is controlled by a control mechanism.8. ...

DUCTED WIND TURBINE AND SUPPORT PLATFORM

The invention relates to a ducted wind turbine having a turbine rotor assembly which extracts kinetic energy from air flowing there past. The rotor assembly includes a plurality of rotor blades having rotor tips at their outermost ends which define a rotor tip sweep circumference. A duct assembly at least partially surrounds said rotor tip sweep circumference and a base platform supports the ducted wind turbine. The duct assembly is mounted on the base platform by way of a weathervane bearing arrangement such that the duct assembly may weathervane around the turbine rotor assembly in response to changes in wind direction. A semi-submersible support platform, wave energy capture apparatus, torsional bearing mechanism and a latticework wind turbine tower associated with the ducted wind turbine are also provided. 150-. (canceled)51. A ducted wind turbine comprising:a turbine rotor assembly adapted to extract kinetic energy from air flowing there past, the rotor assembly comprising a plurality of rotor blades having rotor tips at their outermost ends which define a rotor tip sweep circumference;a duct assembly at least partially surrounding said rotor tip sweep circumference;a base platform adapted to support the ducted wind turbine;wherein the duct assembly is mounted on the base platform by way of a weathervane bearing arrangement such that the duct assembly weathervanes around the turbine rotor assembly in response to changes in wind direction; anda ducting channel being provided between a ducting inlet and a ducting outlet of the duct assembly, each of the ducting inlet and outlet having a longitudinal axis and wherein the ducting inlet and outlet are arranged such that their respective longitudinal axes intersect with one another at a redirect angle α and wherein the plurality of turbine rotor blades in the turbine rotor assembly are assembled on sets of coaxial contrary rotating hubs such that at least a primary set of rotor blades rotating in one direction and at ...

WIND POWER GENERATING ROTOR WITH DIFFUSER OR DIVERTER SYSTEM FOR A WIND TURBINE

A wind power generating rotor system for a wind turbine. The rotor system includes a rotor assembly having a rotor axis and a plurality of rotor blades structured and arranged for rotation around the rotor axis by wind passing the rotor blades thereby capturing kinetic energy from the wind. A diverter assembly is provided having a plurality of diverters structured and arranged at one or both of inside and outside a perimeter defined by rotation of the rotor blades thereby increasing the power of the rotor system. 1. A wind power generating rotor system for a wind turbine , comprising:a rotor assembly having a rotor axis and a plurality of rotor blades structured and arranged for rotation around the rotor axis in response to wind passing the rotor blades thereby capturing kinetic energy from wind;a diverter assembly adjacent to or surrounding the rotor assembly comprising a plurality of diverters arranged at one or both of inside and outside a rotation path of the rotor blades of the rotor assembly.2. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of diverters of the diverter assembly are structured and arranged such that an expansion ratio of the rotor system is increased claim 1 , wherein the expansion ratio is the ratio A/Abetween a rotor area Aand an exit area Aof the rotor system.3. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 1 , wherein the diverter assembly includes plate diverters located at respective opposing end portions of the rotor axis.4. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 1 , wherein the rotor axis is vertically oriented.5. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 1 , wherein the rotor axis is horizontally oriented.6. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 5 , wherein the horizontally oriented rotor axis is perpendicular to a direction of the wind.7. The wind power generating rotor system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of diverters are located outside the rotation path.8. The wind power ...

Generalized Jet-Effect and Generalized Generator

The invention provides a method for computational fluid dynamics and apparatuses making enable an efficient implementation and use of an enhanced jet-effect, either the Coanda-jet-effect, the hydrophobic jet-effect, or the waving-jet-effect, triggered by specifically shaped corpuses and tunnels. The method is based on the approaches of the kinetic theory of matter, thermodynamics, and continuum mechanics, providing generalized equations of fluid motion. The method is applicable for slow-flowing as well as fast-flowing real compressible-extendable fluids and enables optimal design of convergent-divergent nozzles, providing for the most efficient jet-thrust. The method can be applied to airfoil shape optimization for bodies flying separately and in a multi-stage cascaded sequence. The method enables apparatuses for electricity harvesting from the fluid heat-energy, providing a positive net-efficiency. The method enables efficient water-harvesting from air. The method enables generators for practical-expedient power harvesting using constructive interference of waves due to the waving jet-effect. 1 (a) a moving-small-portion is defined as a small portion of a molecular fluid, wherein said small portion moving with respect to at least one of the zero average Brownian distributed velocity of the fluid molecules and a stationary body corpus;', '(b) the Coanda-jet-effect is defined as a tendency of said moving-small-portion to be attracted to and aligned with a curvature of a nearby fragment of a stationary wall; wherein said stationary wall is at least one of a real wall and an imaginary wall formed by streamlines of the moving-small-portion itself;', '(c) peculiar shock-like wave is defined as a reaction originated by a local acceleration of a fluid portion in a prevalent direction and as a peculiar wave, propagating in the accelerated headway-moving portion of fluid;', '(d) wave is defined as a complex wave being composed of elemental waves, wherein said wave being ...

Generalized Jet-Effect and Shaped Tunnel

The invention provides a method for computational fluid dynamics and apparatuses making enable an efficient implementation and use of an enhanced jet-effect, either the Coanda-jet-effect, the hydrophobic jet-effect, or the waving-jet-effect, triggered by specifically shaped corpuses and tunnels. The method is based on the approaches of the kinetic theory of matter, thermodynamics, and continuum mechanics, providing generalized equations of fluid motion. The method is applicable for slow-flowing as well as fast-flowing real compressible-extendable fluids and enables optimal design of convergent-divergent nozzles, providing for the most efficient jet-thrust. The method can be applied to airfoil shape optimization for bodies flying separately and in a multi-stage cascaded sequence. The method enables apparatuses for electricity harvesting from the fluid heat-energy, providing a positive net-efficiency. The method enables efficient water-harvesting from air. The method enables generators for practical-expedient power harvesting using constructive interference of waves due to the waving jet-effect. 4. The specifically shaped tunnel of ;wherein said open outlet butt-end being extra-widened according to the equation of principle, thereby, when said flowing fluid inward portion enters said open inlet butt-end with said de Laval low M-velocity, making enable for said flowing fluid inward portion to reach M-velocities of belonging to at least one of the following velocity ranges: high-subsonic, transonic, supersonic, and hypersonic downstream behind the critical condition point x*.5. The specifically shaped tunnel of ;wherein said open inlet butt-end being specifically-widened, at least one of stationary and controlled, thereby, when said flowing fluid inward portion enters said open inlet butt-end with said de Laval M-velocity being at least one of steady-state and varying in time, interrelating said de Laval M-velocity of said entering flowing fluid inward portion and said ...

Structure with rigid projections adapted to traverse a fluid environment

A structure adapted to traverse a fluid environment includes an elongate body having a root, a wingtip, a leading edge and a trailing edge; and a plurality of rigid projections each extending from a respective position along the leading edge and/or the trailing edge generally along the same plane as a front surface of the body.

HYDROELECTRIC/HYDROKINETIC TURBINE AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING SAME

The application relates to unidirectional hydrokinetic turbines having an improved flow acceleration system that uses asymmetrical hydrofoil shapes on some or all of the key components of the turbine. These components that may be hydrofoil shaped include, e.g., the rotor blades (), the center hub (), the rotor blade shroud (), the accelerator shroud (), annular diffuser(s) (), the wildlife and debris excluder () and the tail rudder (). The fabrication method designs various components to cooperate in optimizing the extraction of energy, while other components reduce or eliminate turbulence that could negatively affect other component(s). 134.-. (canceled)35. A method for designing a unidirectional hydrokinetic turbine having a water entrance end and a water exit end , defining a direction of water flow through the turbine , comprising:selecting a generally cylindrical accelerator shroud that has a wall cross-section that comprises an initial asymmetrical hydrofoil shape and defines within its cylindrical cross-section a flow area, where the hydrofoil shape is selected based on fluid dynamics principles to serve to accelerate the flow of water through the accelerator shroud and to create a negative pressure field behind the accelerator shroud, in the direction of water flow;designing a rotor assembly that is mounted for rotation within the accelerator shroud around an axis that is generally parallel to the direction of water flow through the turbine, the rotor assembly comprising (i) a generally elongated cylindrical center hub having and a wall cross-section comprising an initial hydrofoil shape that is selected based on fluid dynamics principles; (ii) a plurality of rotor blades fixed to and extending radially outwardly from the center hub wall for rotation therewith and terminating at rotor tips, which blades have an initial asymmetrical hydrofoil-shaped cross-sectional configuration that is selected based on fluid dynamics principles; and (iii) a rotor outer ring ...

IN-PIPE TURBINE AND HYDRO-ELECTRIC POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

A system () to generate electricity from a fluid flowing through a pipeline. The system comprises a mounting arrangement to mount the system in a pipeline. The system comprises an elongate shaft (), a turbine rotor (), which is operable to rotate about the elongate axis of the shaft () when fluid in the pipeline acts on the turbine rotor (). The system further comprises an electrical generator arrangement with a first part incorporating at least one magnet () and a second part incorporating at least one winding (). One part of the generator arrangement is mounted to the turbine rotor () and the other part of the generator arrangement is mounted to a stator element () which is positioned adjacent the turbine rotor (). The system further comprises a housing () which at least partly houses the turbine rotor (), the shaft () and the electrical generator arrangement. The housing () comprises two parts () that are releasably attached to one another such that the two parts () of the housing () can be at least partly separated from one another to permit access to the turbine rotor () and the electrical generator system. 1. A system to generate electricity from a fluid flowing in a pipeline , the system comprising:a mounting arrangement to mount the system in a portion of a pipeline;an elongate shaft;a turbine rotor which is mounted to the shaft, the turbine rotor being operable to rotate about the elongate axis of the shaft when fluid in the pipeline acts on the turbine rotor;an electrical generator arrangement comprising a first part incorporating at least one magnet and a second part comprising at least one winding, wherein one part of the generator system is mounted to the turbine rotor and the other part of the generator system is mounted to a stator element which is positioned adjacent the turbine rotor; anda housing which at least partly houses the turbine rotor, the shaft and the electrical generator arrangement, wherein the housing comprises two parts that are ...

WIND MASTER

A wind tunnel system increasing wind flow into and out of a wind turbine is presented. T the wind tunnel system has a wind turbine. The wind turbine converts kinetic energy from wind to electrical energy. The wind tunnel system has a wind inception system that has a netting, a pole and a skin. The wind inception center is useful for increasing wind to the wind turbine. The wind tunnel system further has a wind disperser. The wind disperser receives outputted wind from the wind turbine and disperses the received outputted wind from the wind turbine. 1. A wind tunnel system for improving wind flow into a wind turbine , the wind tunnel system comprising:a wind turbine, wherein the wind turbine converts kinetic energy from wind to electrical energy;a wind inception system, wherein the wind inception center having a netting, a pole and a skin, the wind inception center for increasing wind to the wind turbine; anda wind disperser, the wind disperser receiving outputted wind from the wind turbine and dispersing the received wind.2. The wind tunnel system of wherein the netting of the wind inception center being a triangular shape.3. The wind tunnel system of claim 1 , wherein the skin of the wind inception center being a triangular shape.4. The wind tunnel system of claim 1 , wherein the wind dispenser being a triangular shape.5. The wind tunnel system of claim 1 , further comprising:a stake, wherein the stake is coupled to an extended point of the netting of the wind tunnel system.6. The wind tunnel system of claim 1 , further comprising:a first end of the skin is coupled to a first side of the pole; andthe second end of the skin is coupled to an intake side of the wind turbine.7. The wind tunnel system of claim 1 , further comprising:an output end of the wind turbine being coupled to an input side of the wind dispenser; andthe wind received at the input side of the wind dispenser being dispensed at the output side of the wind dispenser.8. The wind tunnel system of claim ...

Energy collection pod

This disclosure provides an apparatus, system and method for an energy capturing pod (ECP). The ECP includes a specialized funnel shell, a first turbine, and a second turbine. The specialized funnel shell is designed to accelerate in coming wind speed and is structured with a first choke point and a second choke point for wind. The first turbine is located at the first choke point. The second turbine is located at the second choke point.

Energy generating system and method

An energy generating system for transforming energy of fluid flow into electric energy, the system, at least in operation, comprising: a flow-changing member having a peripheral rim and mounted in a fluid path having a path surface, so as to be at least partially surrounded by said path surface, said flow-changing member being displaceable between a first position, in which at least a portion of the rim is spaced from a corresponding portion of the path surface to a first extent and a second position, in which said portion of the rim is spaced from said portion of the fluid path surface to a second extent greater than said first extent, so that increase of total volumetric flow rate of said fluid above a predetermined threshold to an increased volumetric flow rate is configured to induce displacement of said flow-changing member from said first position toward said second position, thereby causing the volumetric flow rate of said fluid at said spacing to be above said increased volumetric flow rate; and a turbine mounted in fluid communication with said fluid path at a location other than said spacing, whereby said displacement causes the volumetric flow rate of said fluid at said turbine to be below said increased volumetric flow rate.

FLUID FLOW ENERGY EXTRACTION SYSTEM AND METHOD RELATED THERETO

Disclosed is a system and method for both consumer and utility scale energy extraction from flow-based energy sources. The passive system may utilize directing perforations on a surface in order to create and air jet vortex generators. Alternatively the system may provide for flow through discrete orifices aligned with the span of an aerodynamic assembly in a co-flow direction, utilizing a Coanda effect. Further additional configurations include directing flow through a perforated surface skin that is near the trailing edge on the suction side. Even further are embodiments for blowing air directly out of the trailing edge of an airfoil. The disclosed systems and methods support a wide variety of scenarios for fluid flow energy extraction, such as wind or water flow, as well as for related products and services. 1. A system for energy extraction from a fluid comprising: (i) the aerodynamic assembly has an outer surface, and', '(ii) there are one or more perforations on the outer surface of the aerodynamic assembly;, 'a) an aerodynamic assembly having a plenum, whereinb) an energy extraction device comprising an inlet and an outlet; andc) a channel providing fluid connection between the outlet of the energy extraction device and the aerodynamic assembly plenum;wherein flow of a fluid across the aerodynamic assembly is operable to cause a negative inner aerodynamic assembly plenum pressure (Pi) relative to an ambient pressure (Pa) resulting in the flow of fluid through the energy extraction device, into the plenum, and out through the perforations of the aerodynamic assembly due to a differential pressure between the Pi and the ambient pressure (Pa).2. The system of claim 1 , where the aerodynamic assembly further comprises one or more airfoils arranged to generate low pressure regions near the one or more perforations.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the energy extraction device is selected from the group consisting of an electric generator and a hydraulic pump.4. ...

Methods and Systems for Harvesting Waste Wind Energy

Disclosed herein are systems and methods for generating electric power from an exhaust wind expelled by an exhaust system having an exhaust outlet. Such systems may comprise, and methods may utilize, a conical framework, a Newtonian turbine, and an electric generator. The conical framework and the Newtonian turbine may be disposed substantially downstream of the exhaust outlet. The Newtonian turbine may be positioned at a first distance from the exhaust outlet, may be substantially concentric with the conical framework, and may be disposed partially or completely within the conical framework. The conical framework may enhance the capture of wind energy by the Newtonian turbine. Thus, a portion of the unused energy from unnatural wind sources can be captured, such as those described herein, and returned to the power grid to enable higher efficiency of machinery operation.

WIND GUIDE SYSTEM FOR WIND TURBINES

A wind guide system is disclosed for guiding the wind in front of and/or above a wind turbine from a first direction to a second direction is disclosed. The wind guide system comprises a wind guide arranged and configured to receive wind in front of and/or above a wind turbine and to change the direction of the wind so that the wind leaving the wind guide has another direction than the wind received by the wind guide. The wind turbine comprises a tower and a rotor provided with a number of rotor blades. The wind guide is arranged and configured to change the direction of the wind so that the wind leaving the wind guide will increase the wind speed of the wake behind the rotor by adding or leading some of the surrounding wind into the wake. 122040. A wind guide system () for guiding the wind () in front of and/or above a wind turbine () from a first direction to a second direction;{'b': 40', '4', '6, 'the wind turbine () comprising a tower () and a rotor provided with a number of rotor blades () defining a rotor swept area;'}{'b': 2', '10', '44', '20', '20', '20', '10', '44', '20', '10', '44, 'the wind guide system () comprising a wind guide (, ) arranged and configured to receive wind () surrounding the rotor swept area and to change the direction of the wind () so that the wind () leaving the wind guide (, ) has another direction than the wind () received by the wind guide (, );'}{'b': 10', '44', '20', '18, 'characterised in that the wind guide (, ) is arranged and configured to direct the wind () surrounding the rotor swept area to an area behind the rotor swept area () in such a way that in the area behind the rotor the wind speed is increased and the wind pressure is reduced.'}22104422. A wind guide system () according to claim 1 , characterised in that the wind guide ( claim 1 , ) comprises a surface () that is angled relative to horizontal.32104422202210441044. A wind guide system () according to claim 2 , characterised in that the wind guide ( claim 2 , ) ...

Vortex Station

This invention relates to a vortex station and method for producing a vortex similar to one of a group consisting of dust-devils and waterspouts. The apparatus comprises a ground platform forming a base for the vortex station, a plurality of vanes to direct an air flow into a vortex station and about the vortex station in a substantially swirling manner, at least one wind turbine disposed near the centre of said vortex station, in a path of a concentrated air flow, wherein the movement of the air in the vortex station is such that an atmospheric buoyancy vortex is created in the centre of the vortex station, a supply of a working fluid (e.g. water) to the vortex station at or near the centre of the vortex station such that the air is of a saturated condition or an at least partially saturated condition with the working fluid (e.g. water), the working fluid (e.g. water) supplied at a sufficient quantity or amount so as to assist with maintaining buoyancy and stability of a vortex created. 1. A vortex station for producing a vortex similar to one of a group consisting of dust-devils and waterspouts , comprising:a ground platform forming a base for the vortex station,a plurality of vanes to direct an air flow into a vortex station and about the vortex station in a substantially swirling manner;at least one wind turbine disposed near the centre of said vortex station, in a path of a concentrated air flow, wherein the movement of the air in the vortex station is such that an atmospheric buoyancy vortex is created in the centre of the vortex station;a supply of a working fluid (e.g. water) to the vortex station at or near the centre of the vortex station such that the air is of a saturated condition or an at least partially saturated condition with the working fluid (e.g. water), the working fluid (e.g. water) supplied at a sufficient quantity or amount so as to assist with maintaining buoyancy and stability of a vortex created.2. A vortex station for producing a vortex ...