Vertical Axis Wind Turbine for Highway Applications

Abstract

One of the unconventional sources of readily available energy is wind energy. Wind turbines with a vertical axis can produce electricity. In order to generate the most power, the project aims to use these renewable energy sources as effectively as possible. Due to the need to accommodate traffic on both sides of the road, we decided to install the system near a motorway. The turbine used in the current work is created according to specifications, with semi-circular blades attached to a disc that is attached to the shaft. Through bearings, the shaft is connected to a pulley that is coupled to an energy-generating alternator. The energy produced can be used for traffic lights, and Light Emitting Diode (LED) street lighting. It is stored in batteries. For this project, a small model was made for testing. In order for the government to consider this project and install this type of vertical axis wind turbine on highways at a low cost as compared to HAWT, the project also aims for maximum performance at minimal cost.