What is a wind turbine? A wind turbine is also called a windmill or wind generator. The terms are at times used interchangeably, but there are differences. A wind turbine utilizes wind energy to produce mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is then used as is or converted into electrical energy. The windmill can use the energy “as is” for work such as crushing stones or pumping water; whereas a wind generator uses the mechanical energy to produce electricity. Are there different types of wind turbines? There are two types of wind turbines, classified according to their orientation:

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1. Horizontal Axis Turbines – The turbine blades turn along a horizontal axis.
2. Vertical Axis Turbines – The blades in these turbines rotate along a vertical axis.

The type that is most commonly used is the horizontal axis version as it is far superior to the vertical axis turbine in efficiency. What are the benefits of implementing a wind turbine? The major ones are listed below:

• Power-Saving:: Since the wind turbines utilize a free source of power, the wind energy, they are a very cost-effective way of generating electricity, thus helping not only minimize power use but also generate power for the world.
• Cost-Effective: After the initial installation expense, all you’ll all you’ll have to pay for is maintenence. The “fuel” is free!
• Environment-Friendly: Wind turbines don’t give off harmful gases or otherwise adversely affect the environment.
• Uninterrupted Power Supply: A wind generator helps you become independent of the government’s electricity supply. No more blackouts!

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What are the conditions you should think about before installing a wind turbine? While installing your own wind turbine can be very beneficial for you and the environment, certain conditions must first be met. Here are some things to consider in deciding whether to install a wind generator. These two conditions must be met:

• A minimum of one acre
• Local wind speed must be around 11 mph
• Make sure the tower and the base are sturdy. It is important to take wind turbulence into consideration before you invest in a wind generator.
• Make sure the tower’s height and the distance between the wind generator and the cells are optimum.

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