RS20230145A1 - A wind turbine composed of a series of smaller wind turbines - Google Patents

Abstract

A wind turbine composed of a series of smaller wind turbines comprises a number of smaller wind turbines (2) placed in a structure that as a whole forms a larger wind turbine. The wind that enters this structure encounters smaller wind turbines (2). The entire structure resembles a post-and-beam structure for a single building, and it can be covered with wire on the outside to prevent birds or animals from getting inside. In this way, the wind enters the cage where a series of wind turbines await it, with the help of which its kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy, so it resembles a windmill cage.

Description

A wind turbine composed of a series of smaller wind turbines

Field of technology to which the invention relates

The invention belongs to the field of electricity generation.

Technical problem

The technical problem solved by this invention is easier and more efficient production of electricity using wind energy.

State of the art

This type of wind turbine construction, consisting of a series of smaller wind turbines, is not mentioned on the internet.

Exposition of the essence of the invention

The problems with wind turbines currently used in the world are low efficiency, high cost, complicated installation, and occupying a large area of land.

In this solution, a series of smaller wind turbines are placed in a structure that as a whole forms a larger wind turbine. The wind that enters this structure encounters the smaller wind turbines. The entire structure resembles a structure of columns and beams for a building, and can be covered with wire on the outside to prevent birds or animals from entering. In this way, the wind enters a cage where a series of wind turbines await it, with the help of which its kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy, so it resembles a windmill cage. Ecologically speaking, this is a very safe and clean solution.

Brief description of the drawing image

The invention is shown in the following drawing:

Figure 1 - shows a view of a structure representing a wind turbine composed of smaller wind turbines.

Detailed description of the invention

A wind turbine is made up of a series of smaller wind generators that are mounted on an appropriate structure. This is a completely new system approach to harnessing wind energy and therefore has many possibilities for different structures on which it is possible to place different wind generators (wind turbines).

The construction can be made in various ways.

The simplest example (Figure 1): a structure made only of columns 1 and beams 3. In this way, cavities are obtained between the columns and beams. The wind passes through these cavities. Small wind generators (wind turbines) 2 are placed on the beams 3, which convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical energy. In this example, there are no other elements except columns 1, beams 3 and wind generators 2 placed on the beams.

These small wind generators (wind turbines) 2 that are placed on beams 3 can be of different types: with a vertical or horizontal axis, or any other.

The entire structure, together with a series of small wind generators (wind turbines) 2, represents one large wind generator.

Example: In this construction, let the distance between pillars 1 be 6 meters, and the distance between beams 3 also be 6 meters (and there is nothing else except pillars 1 and beams 3). One wind generator (wind turbine) of such a size that it takes up 3 meters of space around it can be placed on the beams - this leaves enough free space to the pillars, beams and other installed wind generators so that it does not hit them when turning. Since it is all hollow, the wind passes through the construction and drives these wind generators. If the construction is stable and strong, the wind generators (wind turbines) can be well fixed, stand stable, receive the kinetic energy of the wind and convert it into electrical energy.

The land (terrain) 4 on which such a structure is installed can be anywhere, if there is a strong enough wind. However, windy locations are more common in mountainous areas. It is good that the ground (lower) part of such a structure is not used for installing a wind turbine so that animals can pass between the poles without hindrance.

The construction goes up, and higher up there are stronger winds and greater efficiency - while at the same time having very little impact on the environment.

This was just one example. However, this is a completely new system approach to harnessing wind energy and therefore there are many possibilities for different structures on which it is possible to place different wind generators (wind turbines).

Examples:

- It is possible to install smaller wind turbines at the aforementioned 6 meters, so that there are several or even more smaller wind turbines at those 6 meters;

- The distance can be both greater and less than the aforementioned 6 meters;

- Various shapes of the structure are possible, such that it contains various structural elements that can be in the shape of a square, rectangle, or any other geometric shape, it is important that the wind can pass through the structure; - In addition to columns and beams, wind deflectors, partitions, or anything else can be installed to better utilize the kinetic energy of the wind;

- In the structure, between the wind turbines, a space can be left for the safe movement of people (which can be additionally secured), control or other rooms can be created, and a fence can be placed on the side of the entire structure (which can be some variant of woven wire) to prevent birds or other animals, or any objects, from entering. Any other elements can also be added if deemed necessary;

- Wind turbines do not have to be installed only on the main beams, they can also be installed on pillars, auxiliary beams, and in any way within the structure that is sufficiently efficient;

This type of construction in which wind turbines are placed offers several advantages over wind turbines that are currently in widespread use. These are: the possibility of easier and cheaper construction, easy system upgrades, efficient use of wind kinetic energy, and efficient use of the space where the wind turbine is installed.

The entire structure together represents one larger wind turbine. It resembles a cage into which the wind enters and in which its kinetic energy is then converted into electrical energy, very efficiently, so it can be called a Windmill Cage.

The entire system can be easily upgraded. This means that someone can start building such a wind turbine and it could start operating very quickly, later the system can be upgraded, elements can be changed, and a small system can be turned into a large system.

This system allows several floors in tall buildings to be used as a wind turbine - especially on the top floors of the building, as the wind is stronger at higher altitudes. Example: a 30-story building could have the 26th to 28th floors as a wind turbine, i.e. generate electricity for its own needs.

The classic problem of wind turbines remains: it is necessary to look for locations where there is a lot of wind, and these are primarily mountain clearings, peaks and passes. And here this system would be significantly better than those currently used in the world. If a good, windy location is found, a small number of windmills (wind generators, wind turbines) can be installed there according to the classic system; no matter how good the windmills that are installed there are, with this system that I have described, much more electricity could be produced from that location because a very tall structure can be built and many smaller wind generators can be installed on it. Example: with a good structure, 10 times more electricity can be produced.

An example related to the area of land on which such a wind turbine is placed: from an area of 500 m by 50 m, if the location is windy, electricity for 50,000 people can be obtained. This depends primarily on the height of the structure, if it is made high enough, then much more electricity can be obtained.

Smaller wind turbines, which are placed in such a structure and together form a system that represents a larger wind turbine, can be wind turbines with a horizontal axis, with a vertical axis, but also completely new variants that are being developed in the world, and solar cells and any devices that convert any type of energy into electricity can even be installed.

What is important today is that this system is probably the safest of all systems for the human environment. There is no danger to birds and animals and there is no pollution. The first level from the ground can remain empty and free for the passage of animals, and the entire system goes up to a height where it is very little bother to anyone. At higher altitudes the wind is stronger and the efficiency of the system is greater. The entire structure can be fenced with wire so that birds and animals cannot get inside.

Method of industrial or other application of the invention

The construction of such structures on which a series of multiple wind turbines will be installed and which will convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electrical energy.

Claims (1)

Patent claims 1. A wind turbine composed of a series of smaller wind turbines mounted on a structure that is such that wind can pass through it and that said smaller wind turbines can be mounted on it.