WIND TURBINE WITH FUNN-SHAPED OBJECTS

Abstract

A wind turbine with blades composed of funnel-shaped components. These blades, which rotate around a vertical axis, are designed to optimize the utilization of kinetic wind energy. Furthermore, they enable an optimized turbine design, positively impacting the financial aspects of development and installation. From an ecological perspective, such a wind turbine aligns with efforts to generate electricity in a clean and safe manner, benefiting both humans and the ecosystem, including birds and other wildlife.

Description

[0001] WIND TURBINE WITH FUNNEL-SHAPED OBJECTS

[0002] Technical Field

[0003] The invention belongs to the field of electrical energy production.

[0004] Background Art

[0005] The technical problem solved by this invention is easier and more efficient production of electricity. Innovative in this invention are the blades of the wind turbine that turn thanks to the funnel-shaped objects.

[0006] This type of wind turbine blade construction, with funnel-shaped blades, is not mentioned on the internet.

[0007] Disclosure of Invention

[0008] The aim is to create a vertical-axis wind turbine that will be significantly more efficient than current ones and better withstand high wind speeds.

[0009] This type of wind turbine is equipped with blades that have funnel-shaped objects attached to them. These objects capture the kinetic energy of the wind, causing both the blades and the funnel-shaped objects to rotate around a vertical axis.

[0010] As they rotate around the vertical axis, in one position, they harness kinetic energy with their wider part, and in another position, when they are on the opposite side, they cut through the wind with their narrow part.

[0011] From an ecological standpoint, this type of wind turbine aligns with efforts for clean energy production, being safe for humans, the environment, birds, and other animals, in terms of acoustics, it operates quietly, making it environmentally friendly. Also, the construction of such a wind turbine and its installation should be straightforward. Brief Description of Drawings

[0012] The invention is shown in the following draft illustration:

[0013] Figure 1 illustrates one blade mounted on a vertical axis, with funnel-shaped objects arranged in a specific manner.

[0014] Figure 2 illustrates blades with funnel-shaped objects attached, connected into a unified whole, around the vertical axis.

[0015] Detailed Description of the Invention

[0016] Vertical-axis wind turbines are not dependent on the direction of wind flow, as the movement of wind on our planet is predominantly horizontal. This independence allows them to operate whenever there is wind, providing a significant advantage over horizontal-axis turbines.

[0017] Another notable advantage of vertical-axis wind turbines is their simpler construction and easier installation, positively influencing the financial aspects of the system. However, their drawback lies in lower efficiency compared to horizontal-axis turbines, which explains the widespread use of the latter worldwide.

[0018] The proposed variation for vertical-axis 2 wind turbines involves blades with funnel-shaped objects 1 attached. As these blades rotate circularly around a vertical axis 2, they encounter wind with their narrower part, successfully penetrating through the wind. In another part of their circular path, the wind blows against their wider section, propelling them forward.

[0019] It is desirable for these funnel-shaped objects 1 not to be fully assembled, leaving a gap or some opening between them. This is crucial when encountering the wind to ease penetration and allow the wind to pass through. The funnel-shaped objects can come in various shapes, with possibilities for a small opening on their narrow side or being tapered. On the wider side, they should be broad to increase contact with the wind, enabling it to drive the rotation. Various configurations, including combining two funnels of the same or different sizes, can be employed to achieve an aerodynamic shape effectively propelled by the wind. These funnel-shaped objects are placed on a structure rotating around a vertical axis. This structure, along with the funnels attached to it, is referred to as the blade, sail, or wing, depending on the shape and materials used. The rotation of the blades is driven by the kinetic energy of the wind, transferred to the funnel-shaped objects and, to a lesser extent, to the structure to which these objects are attached.

[0020] Best Mode for Carrying Out of the Invention

[0021] A large number of companies worldwide could manufacture wind turbines as described here. The technology for producing turbines that rotate around a vertical axis has already been adopted. In this case, the key characteristic and difference compared to other wind turbines are that the blades are made of funnel-shaped objects rotating around a vertical axis. This distinction is unlikely to significantly impact their production, and it is probable that manufacturing them might even be easier than other vertical-axis wind turbines.

[0022] Such wind turbines can vary in size, suitable for home use as well as large-scale industrial applications. Their installation in windy locations is very similar to the setup of other vertical-axis wind turbines.

[0023] Industrial Applicability

[0024] The invention would be significant for electricity production, enabling efficient harnessing of wind kinetic energy.

[0025] To produce such wind turbines, it would be necessary to add blades with funnel-shaped objects that capture the kinetic energy of the wind, facilitating rotation. Considering the current global level of industry and production, this would be relatively straightforward. Later, the installation of such a wind turbine at a specific location also poses no problem.

[0026] The manufacturing of vertical-axis wind turbines and, consequently, electricity production based on them, is well-established.

Claims

CLAIMS1. Blades, wings, sails, or any other component parts of a wind turbine, characterized by funnel- shaped objects attached to them which capture the kinetic energy of the wind and that rotate with them around a vertical axis.

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