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Hydroelectric Home Generators

The Hybrid Tesla Turbine Generates Electricity With Home Water Usage

— March 13, 2018 — Eco
Imagine creating electricity every time you flush or wash your car -- you'll be able to do all that and more because Vortical Tech LLC is developing a hybrid Tesla turbine for use with your household water supply. This means that every time you take a shower or wash dishes at home you can also charge batteries or power electronic devices.

Nikola Tesla patented his boundary layer turbine in 1913 and is said to have considered it one of his greatest inventions. Vortical Tech aims to demonstrate the technology's potential with its version by targeting the large number of houses with running water around the world.

The turbine can be paired with existing solar PV and battery backup systems to diversify alternative energy sources. Since home water usage tends to coincide with home electricity usage, the hybrid Tesla turbine will generate electricity when needed most without relying on the sun. With the introduction of their hybrid Tesla turbine, Vortical Tech hopes to make home hydroelectric power generation a reality.
Trend Themes
1. Hybrid Tesla Turbines - Developing a hybrid Tesla turbine for use with household water supply can revolutionize home hydroelectric power generation.
2. Alternative Energy Sources - Pairing Tesla turbine with existing solar PV and battery backup systems diversify alternative energy sources and address the issue of energy sustainability.
3. Smart Grid Technology - The hybrid Tesla turbine technology can be utilized with smart grid technology to help reduce energy dependency and promote energy savings.
Industry Implications
1. Renewable Energy - The development of hybrid Tesla turbines supports growth and improvement in renewable energy industry.
2. Smart Home Technology - Tesla turbines can contribute to smarter home technology by providing an alternative source of power for home devices.
3. Home Appliances - The turbine can be used to charge batteries or power electronic devices, making significant progress for home appliance industry in terms of energy savings and carbon reduction.
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