Well I am non stop on the
watch for interesting info on
Alternative Energy Sources. This evening, I
come across a really
good information that discusses Eco Energy Sources from a new
light. Today’s new post is titled The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Wind Turbine Energy Generators .
Article by Matt Holmes
Just in case you haven’t read about wind turbine electricity turbines, here is a brief description. A traditional wind turbine is a large tower that has blades attached to a rotor. Electricity is made by the generator, housed within the turbine casing, when the rotor is rotated by the wind. As with almost all types of power generators, magnets as well as copper wires are arranged to create a charge any time the rotor spins. There’s almost nothing complicated about this sort of generator.
Obviously for the turbine to do the job there must be wind. Wind is much more powerful higher up in the sky, which is why wind turbines are very tall, at around 30 meters. The consequence of the stronger wind at that elevation is that the turbines produce more electricity. Obviously there must be enough wind to make electricity from the outset. This is precisely why extensive research is done on areas for potential wind turbines to ensure that there’s enough wind to produce energy. This is likely to mean they are situated along coastlines where it is usually very windy. Consistent winds does not mean that they continually blow from the same direction. A time tested design, adapted from the initial wind powered water pumps, makes use of a tall fin to point the propeller into the wind, regardless of the direction it comes from.
Wind turbines can generate quite a lot of energy; one turbine may generate electricity for one house, or they can be used to power machinery which does something like grinding wheat. You can also stow the electricity into batteries to use when there is no wind. One issue is the number of years required for the installation charges to be recovered in power savings. Unlike various other green energy methods, wind turbines will always work 24/7, providing that there is wind. Wind turbines can produce as much electricity at night as during the day, decreasing the battery storage specifications in some cases. With so much fear about pollution nowadays, turbines are a great option because they are so clean. More turbines may reduce the causes of global warming which threaten the planet today. The energy source is likewise renewable, just like solar energy, since there is always wind blowing. Hence there is always gonna be energy created by the turbines.
As with nearly anything there are some disadvantages of implementing wind turbines for energy. Their structure makes them stand out, and many say they’re unattractive for this reason. Large installations, with dozens, or even hundreds grouped together, create visual pollution in coastal areas, according to critics. Noise pollution is an additional complaint because of the friction of the rotor on the shaft when it spins. While great for meeting the needs of humans, they can be dangerous to birds and bats. Bats specifically are susceptible, simply because their sonar system is disturbed by the rapid circulation in the air. This does not happen often, but when it does, it is unfortunate.
Wind turbines surely seem to be a good source of energy, but of course there are disadvantages like with anything. With suitable planning they can be very useful and effective.
Matt’s websites: MAS Airlines Online Booking, Malaysian Airlines, Malaysia Airlines Australia and Malaysia Airlines Booking.
The Advantages And Disadvantages Of Wind Turbine Energy Generators
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