Wind Power....for Overlanding.........

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Wind Power....for Overlanding.........


http://www.airbreeze.com/


http://www.airbreeze.com/index.php?q...e/product-info



Here is one idea. I have no idea about what specs are needed.


http://www.siliconsolar.com/air-bree...d-p-17890.html



Post up your idea's.

I've seen some sites out there where guys have actually made thier own wind systems at a Very low cost!






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[Lynn]

Last time this subject came up I posted a link to downloadable instructions for making a small wind generator from a used treadmill motor and a piece of PVC pipe. Sounds kinda hinky, but actually looked pretty good. If there's interest, I'll try to scrounge it up again.

[Scenic WonderRunner]

Last time this subject came up I posted a link to downloadable instructions for making a small wind generator from a used treadmill motor and a piece of PVC pipe. Sounds kinda hinky, but actually looked pretty good. If there's interest, I'll try to scrounge it up again.

Thanks! Please do! I did a search here on ExPo.....and couldn't find anything.



Here is something else that just popped up in a search on dat net........


But I'm surprised it only says 200 watts. How do we get that figure up?!!


The all-new Air Breeze...........


The most powerful wind generator in its class.

The all-new Air Breeze. Quieter, more efficient, and precision engineered to deliver more energy at lower wind speeds than any other wind generator in its class. Air Breeze is the next generation of Air turbines—with more than 100,000 units sold in 120 countries, the world's most popular small wind turbine.

The AIR Breeze uses a new microprocessor based technology that results in an increase in performance, battery charging capability, and reliability. Additionally, “flutter” noise from the machine has been reduced.

The controller allows for peak-power tracking of the wind by optimizing the alternator's output on all points of the cubic curve and efficiently delivers the energy to the battery. The turbine’s smart controller allows it to actually control blade rotation speed thus eliminating the buzzing noise commonly found with most small wind turbines.

Much Lower Noise:
Previous AIR wind modules relied on their aero-elastic blade design for protection in high winds. This caused a loud flutter noise in winds above 35 mph (16 m/s). AIR-X’s circuit monitors the wind speed and electronically slows the blades as it reaches its rated output preventing it from going into flutter. This results in a much quieter wind turbine. In high winds, the AIR-X will continue to produce power at a reduced level until the wind decreases, at which point maximum potential output will resume.

Improved Battery Charging:
Previous AIR designs required 300-400 amp hour battery banks so the trickle charge of the wind turbine could be adequately absorbed. The AIR Breeze’s charge controller periodically stops charging, reads the battery voltage, compares it to the voltage setting and if the battery is charged, it completely shuts off all current going to the battery. This function is performed within a few milliseconds. The closer the battery is to reaching its full state of charge, the more often the AIR Breeze’s circuit repeats this action. This means any size battery bank from 25 to 25,000 amp hours or higher can be charged safely. When the battery has reached its charged state, the AIR Breeze will slow to an almost complete stop. Only when the battery has dropped below its voltage set point will it startup and resume charging.

WHERE AND HOW THE AIR Breeze WIND MODULE IS USED

The AIR Breeze is an ideal product for the person that needs a little power for basic appliances such as TV, radio and a few lights.

Remote Cabins
Telecommunication Towers
The Developing World
Monitoring Stations

Features:
Unprecedented 3-YEAR WARRANTY
Durable composite blades
Microprocessor-based smart internal regulator with peak power tracking
Aircraft quality aluminum alloy castings
Exclusive brush-less neodymium cubic curve alternator
Sophisticated internal battery charge regulator
Maintenance-free - Only two moving parts

Exclusive Auto-brake-feature that slows the AIR to a silent spin when the batteries are charged thus extending bearing life and reducing noise.

Specifications:

Rotor Diameter: 46" (1.14 meters)
Weight: 13 lbs (6 kg)
Start up wind speed: 6 mph (2.68 m/s)
Voltage: 12 & 24 VDC
Output: 200 watts at 28 mph (12.5 m/s)

[Lynn]

Chispito Wind Generator

One of these days I have to try this. Probably won't have the power output of a commercial one, but it would pay for itself a lot quicker.

Probably wouldn't be too difficult to make it so that the props fold or disassemble for travel.

[whatcharterboat]

Hi Guys. I have set up 2 wind generatos on vehicles in the past for customers. The first was an Airmarine which looks to be identical to the Airbreeze and the one I did a couple of weeks ago was a small Rutland unit. The Rutland came with a remote regulator so I told the owner that he could also plug in a portable solar array into the same connection in stead of the Wind Generator.

The Airmarine unit is my preference. Just reckon the design is awesome. The way it furls and the new version applies a load when it is regulating so that it doesn't freewheel and go crazy in high wind or when the battries are fully charged. Just be careful of the blades. Saw a guy accidently drop one and a blade shattered very easily.

A general rule I was taught was you can never go too high and make sure of your cable sizing especially if you are mounting the unit on a pole some metres from the vehicle. They are ideal for beach camping here. A lot of fisherman camp for a month or so when the Tailor are running and if there is 3 or 4 days of no solar then the wind generators would be perfect. Overcast weather is usually associated with strong winds.

John

[JIMBO]

I can see why you've setup some wind turbines, especially for the guys that camp/fish for a month or longer

I got my AirX-400 watt turbine, for situations like that

I mentioned it several times on this forum and got NO RESPONSE so

I'm sure you can realize the value of these turbines/solar panels for (out-of-house-living)

Those blades are RAZOR sharp

JIMBO

[Ireland]

Another awesome and well timed thread, I just saw a commercial system in one of our local rec centres today and it got the wheels turning again in me on wind power.... Going to lurk here for awhile to see the cool ideas

[gary in ohio]

Check out the specs, Its 200watts at 28mph. It starts generating at 6mph, but not 200watts of power, how much power does it produce at lower speeds, What are the typical speeds in the area you will be operating.

Also keep in mind you need to get a wind generator up high as possible for best results. How small of a mast system can you get and raise up by yourself. A 20+ ft pole with a 13lb of dead weight on the end is going to be chore to put up.

[ntsqd]

Yesterday at lunch I saw someone proving to themselves that perpetual motion doesn't exist. They were driving down the street with their wind generator up on the roof of their camper van. It was spinning away.

[Lynn]

Yesterday at lunch I saw someone proving to themselves that perpetual motion doesn't exist. They were driving down the street with their wind generator up on the roof of their camper van. It was spinning away.

That's funny. So what makes you think it wasn't working??