Justin Good
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 $48k for Power Independence Looking to get off your local power grid? Here is a good way with the first of its kind “residential scale, wind turbine”. From Quietrevolution, this uniquely shaped “wind-powered sculpture” captures air “currents near buildings and other structures, with carbon-fiber blades shaped to grab gusty city winds without making much noise.” The only downside to this eco-friendly power plant is that it’ll cost you $48,000 or “18 years to pay back your cost.”  The quietrevolution (QR) was designed in response to increasing demand for wind turbines that work well in the urban environment, where wind speeds are lower and wind directions change frequently.
The elegant helical (twisted) design of QR ensures a robust performance even in turbulent winds. It is also responsible for virtually eliminating all noise and vibration.
At five metres high and three metres in diameter, it is compact and easy to integrate, and with just one moving part, maintenance can be limited to an annual inspection.
Pre-launch clients include architects, developers and local councils, all of whom share a common vision of renewable energy with sophisticated design.
(gadgetgrid)References: quietrevolution, gadgetgrid 1 Comment: on Wind Power For The People |
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