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Poundland Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

This video is very short, but if you follow the links below it has the potential to take you into a very deep Internet rabbit hole. A VAWT (Vertical Axis Wind Turbine) is less efficient than the classic HAWT (Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine) but has a few advantages that make it a very interesting option for experimentation. The main advantages are that it can handle wind from any direction, including turbulent wind, and does not need rotating electrical contacts like the classic wind turbines that have to turn to face the wind. Three of the most notable versions are:- The Savonius, which you may recognise as the whirly things used as van ventilators where internal airflow is needed, and on top of some chimneys to assist in creating an updraught. They are also sometimes used as compact turbines on boats for topping the battery up. The very stylish Darrieus turbine that is more efficient than the original Savonius design. The Revolving Wing turbine which has strong similarities to the Darrieus version. Here's a Wikipedia link to get you started on your journey of discovery:- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vertical-axis_wind_turbine YouTube has a lot of videos about DIY wind power systems, but be cautious of their efficiency claims. People rating the output in voltage as opposed to actual load driving power are the most common bits of bad science. Just because it rotates doesn't mean it generates much power. If you enjoy these videos you can help support the channel with a dollar for coffee, cookies and random gadgets for disassembly at:- https://www.bigclive.com/coffee.htm This also keeps the channel independent of YouTube's algorithm quirks, allowing it to be a bit more dangerous and naughty. #ElectronicsCreators