Abstract: A method and system for mounting a horizontal-axis wind turbine to a building, stadiums and the like, is disclosed. The method and system generally include identifying a building structured to create the necessary air pressure gradient for supporting and operating a wind turbine, mounting the wind turbine in an optimal location on the rooftop, and permitting the wind turbine to operate. The generated electricity is collected and used in the building, either for tenant use or building operations.
Abstract: A method and system for mounting a vertical-axis wind turbine to an existing structure, such as conventional transmission towers, monopole towers, billboards, road signs, utility poles, buildings, stadiums and the like, is disclosed. The method and system generally include identifying an existing structure having a capability of supporting a wind turbine above the surface of the earth, mounting a vertical-axis wind turbine to the existing structure, connecting a power generator to the turbine, and permitting the wind turbine to operate. It is understood that the mounting of the turbine to the existing structure is done so as to avoid interference with normal operation of the existing structure and the wind turbine. Also, the generator is connected to the wind turbine in a manner which produces electricity as a result of the turning of the wind turbine. In certain embodiments the invention includes supporting the mounted turbine on the existing structure using additional supports.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 9, 2010
Publication date:
September 16, 2010
Applicant:
Kemah Power, LLC
Inventors:
Gregory C. Schmitt, Konrad I. Osterhues