Windmills

Windmills are used to harness the power of wind to generate electricity or grind grains. They provide a renewable source of energy that is clean and sustainable, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and decreasing environmental impact. Windmills also help diversify energy sources, contributing to a more resilient and secure energy system.

Typically, windmills have 2 or 3 blades for optimal efficiency. The number of blades can vary depending on the size and purpose of the windmill. A larger wind turbine may have more blades to capture more wind energy, while smaller windmills may have fewer blades for simplicity and cost-effectiveness.

Yes, the speed of a wind turbine affects the amount of electricity it can generate. Higher wind speeds result in more rotations and higher energy output. However, turbines also have a design limit for safe operation, so excessively high wind speeds can cause damage.

The energy produced by a 1000 watt windmill depends on the wind speed and consistency in the area where it's located. On average, a 1000 watt windmill can generate between 1500 to 2000 kWh of electricity per year. It's important to consider factors such as wind patterns and efficiency of the windmill in determining the actual energy output.

The use of windmills and wind turbines can slow global warming. The energy they produce is renewable, that is, it releases no greenhouse gases. Because we have this renewable energy then a little less fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas) have to be burnt. As they are the main cause of global warming this is a good thing.

It is called a whirligig by the British and a pinwheel in the US and Canada.

A windmill typically rotates in a circular motion as it harnesses the power of the wind to generate energy. The circular motion allows the windmill blades to capture the maximum amount of wind energy and transform it into rotational motion.

The biggest windmill in the world is probably the Enercon E-126, which has a rotor diameter of 126 meters (413 feet). This wind turbine is capable of generating a maximum power output of 7.58 megawatts.

in a way yes, in a way no. if you are talking about a windmill GENERATOR, then yes it is a generator. however, it doesn't have to be a huge white thing in the fields. as long as it has a generator connected to it, it is considered as a generator.

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Well, the answer is quite simple. By converting to wind energy, we are relying on something that we cannot fully control just yet, and that would be the wind and generally nature a whole. if there's no wind at any given time, then we don't have power. It's not so convenient as what we have now!

The idea is great for sailboats and remote places that need very small amounts of power. Large wind farms that you see all over the world provide very small amounts of power and covered mandated requirements for utility companies. They provide virtually no real power and fossil fuel plants run in the background and their CO2 output and fuel consumption are ignore because they are not fully engaged to the grid.

Windmills generate power by capturing the kinetic energy in the wind and converting it into mechanical energy through turbine blades. The rotating blades spin a generator, which then converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy. This electricity can then be fed into the power grid for distribution.

It depends on the wind and the rating for the windmill

The speed at which the blades on a windmill spin can vary based on factors such as wind speed and design of the windmill. On average, windmill blades typically rotate at speeds ranging from 10 to 20 revolutions per minute (RPM) in low wind conditions, and can reach speeds of 50 to 70 RPM or higher in stronger winds.

What is the phobia of windmills called?

Experts say that the fear of windmills is called Anemophobia and/or Ancraophobia

A concern when windmill farms are used to generate electricity is their impact on wildlife and ecosystems. The noise pollution caused by wind turbines is not typically a significant concern, as they are designed to operate quietly.

A windmill typically produces electricity by converting wind energy into rotational mechanical energy, which then drives a generator to produce electricity. This electricity can be used to power homes, businesses, or other devices that require electrical energy.

Yes, a windmill uses the kinetic energy of the wind to spin its blades, which in turn drives a generator to produce electricity. The kinetic energy of the wind is converted into mechanical energy and then into electrical energy through this process.

Well.. In the "old days" windmills would provide the energy to power machines for producing clothing, food & farming requirements. Back then, the windmills didn't rely on "the grid" which is the way we get electricity now. It wasn't connected then and the power simply came from the wind blowing the large "fan" in a direction, which then moved a gear connected to the fan connected to a machine. Now the windmills are much more sophisticated and rely on many bases of electricity in some form. This is so we can all have access to it. So back then they were really effective in the principle of being a "windmill" . How are they now? We don't know the answer to that yet because we are not relying on them for anything immediately significant today.

Yes, a windmill typically has rotational symmetry because it looks the same when rotated around its central axis by certain angles. This is commonly seen in the blades of a windmill where each blade is identical and symmetrically arranged around the axis.

The energy needed to create electricity from a windmill comes from the kinetic energy of the wind. As the wind blows, it causes the blades of the windmill to rotate, which drives a turbine connected to a generator that converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Assuming that you're talking about a wind-powered electrical generator (such as a "wind farm"), the energy conversion is from mechanical to electrical. When the wind blows on the blades of the mill it rotates them, creating mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is used to power the electrical generator inside the mill, creating electrical energy out of mechanical energy.

Classic windmills include a tail. At normal wind speeds it will face the windmill into the wind. During storms they need to be furled which will turn the windmill away from the wind.

The newer windmills are tailless and are motorized, and will also turn the windmill into the wind. They are probably more stable with shifting wind patterns and can be designed to be self furling.

Vertical axis windmills are not directional, and do not need to be turned into the wind. They will not show the direction of the wind.

Windmills are designed to operate within a specific range of wind speeds. High winds can damage a windmill if it exceeds its design limits, leading to mechanical stress and potential failure. However, modern wind turbines are equipped with safety mechanisms such as brake systems and pitch control to prevent damage during high wind conditions.