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University of Virginia ROMAC Laboratory P.O. Box 400746 122 Engineer’s Way Charlottesville, VA 22904 |
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Phone: 434-924-3292 Fax: 434-982-2246 Email: romac@virginia.edu |
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CURRENT DESIGN PROJECT An example of the work that JWEI is doing involves the development of a wind turbine design that can take advantage of the regions lower wind speeds. The Darius style “H” rotor with helical blades, would be supported with magnetic bearings to eliminate the friction and maintenance problems with roller element or fluid film bearings, and use a direct drive generator to eliminate gear box problems. The helical “H” configuration provides a more efficient design at the lower wind speeds that are so prevalent in much of this region. |
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