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Vashus
Joined: 18 May 2009 Posts: 1
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Posted: Mon May 18, 2009 11:56 am Post subject: Technologies for Wind Energy |
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Wind blows when the land gets unevenly heated up by the sun making the air just above the land, rise and expand. When the hot air above the land expands, its place is filled in by the heavier and cooler air above it. This makes the wind blow. So as long as the sun shines, the wind will continue to blow.
For those who seek a constant power supply, wind energy is a good option. Wind energy can be garnered through the use of wind turbines. The winds created as a result of the temperature difference flows over the blades of the Windmill or wind turbine to make it rotate. The rotating wind turbine helps in turning the generator that produces the electricity. The wind mill or turbine generates wind power by conversion of wind kinetic energy into mechanical.
The technology used for generation of wind energy has become advanced. Many new technologies have decreased the cost of producing electricity from wind 80% since 1980. As such the wind farms investments have also risen in recent times. Wind energy is slowly but surely catching the world attention as an ideal source of alternative energy. |
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flintoff
Joined: 22 Aug 2009 Posts: 1
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Posted: Sat Aug 22, 2009 12:51 pm Post subject: disadvantage. |
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There is noise produced by the rotor blades of the turbines, especially when wind is blowing heavily. This can disrupt the homeowner and the others in the neighboring homes. Larger turbines can also be seen as visually displeasing and, in turn, can cause property value in the surrounding area to decrease. However, through technological development, these problems have been greatly reduced. We now have the ability to produce wind systems with less noise and more of a visual appeal.
Amidst the few disadvantages associated with wind energy, it is clear that the benefits completely outweigh the costs. You have a chance to save money on utilities and help the environment at the same time – a win-win situation for all. By investing in a wind system, you help decrease the amount of pollution being pumped into the environment, reduce health risks for yourself and others, and reduce your reliance on fossil fuels during this time of fuel shortages and price increases. A wind energy system can provide you with many years of clean, reliable, and cost-effective energy – a benefit to the world and your wallet! _________________ power generation management |
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