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All majors and experience levels encouraged to join
Wind Turbine Team
COMPLETED!!! (We made the turbine!)
Wind Turbine Overview
Goal:
Produce a functional wind turbine with the purpose of showing the availability and practicality of wind energy.
This team formed in January of 2021 and has made a lot of progress throughout the Spring 2021 semester. This project will be used to educate students on the importance and availability of renewable energy.
We are looking for new members of all majors and years who are passionate about renewable energy. If you would like to join or want more information, please reach out to eswakron@gmail.com.
Project Leader: Jacob Storrow
Progress
Spring and Summer 2021 Progress:
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General research of current small scale wind turbines
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In-depth study of specific wind turbine components (blades, generator, battery, tower, etc.)
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Generator selected and purchased
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Battery selected and acquired
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Blades selected
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Tower design and general layout of turbine revised
Fall 2021 Plans:
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Acquire the chosen blades
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Finalize tower design and purchase materials
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Purchase required wiring and electronics
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Construct the wind turbine
Email eswakron@gmail.com for more information or to join the team!
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