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Wind-energy converter
Assignee: HERTER ROTOR MARKETING DEVISION & Co BETEILIGUNGSGESELLSCHAFT MBH A CORP OF FED REP OF GERMANY
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Filing: 1986-03-27
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Granted: 1989-01-24
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Expires: 2006-03-27
Abstract
Abstract A wind energy converter with a rotor having a vertical swivelling axis hasn each rotor arm a vertical vane that is supported so as to be able to pivot about an approximately vertical pivotting axis on the leading edge of the vane. A balance weight is installed in a vane nose section that is located ahead of the leading edge of the vane. The overall center of gravity of the mass of the body consisting of the vane and the balance weight is located ahead of the swivelling axis of the vane. The vane is made with an assymetrical airfoil section. The vane adjusts to the particular optimal angle of attack in the course of each rotation of the rotor. The wind energy converter has a high degree of efficiency at low and medium relative velocity values, and is self-starting.
Inventors
- 👤 Michael Martin
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-07 18:19
CPC Classifications
F; F03; F03D; F03D3/00; F03D3/06; F03D7/00; F03D7/06; F03D3/062; F03D3/066; F03D3/067; F05; F05B; F05B2240/00; F05B2240/20; F05B2240/21; F05B2240/211; F05B2260/00; F05B2260/70; F05B2260/72; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E10/00; Y02E10/70; Y02E10/74; Y10; Y10S; Y10S416/00; Y10S416/08
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
128 words
A wind energy converter, comprising: a rotor rotatable about a vertical first axis, at least one rotor arm projecting transversely outwardly from said rotor, a substantially vertically oriented propulsive vane mounted adjacent an outer end of said rotor arm and arranged to react to air flow to produce rotation of said rotor in a direction of rotation, and rotary coupling means connecting said vane to said rotor arm for free rotary movement relative thereto about a substantially vertical second axis, said vane being configured asymmetrically about its chord and including a balance weight positioned ahead of said second axis with reference to said direction of rotation such that said vane defines a center of gravity disposed forwardly of said second axis with reference to said direction of rotation.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
128 words
A wind energy converter, comprising: a rotor rotatable about a vertical first axis, at least one rotor arm projecting transversely outwardly from said rotor, a substantially vertically oriented propulsive vane mounted adjacent an outer end of said rotor arm and arranged to react to air flow to produce rotation of said rotor in a direction of rotation, and rotary coupling means connecting said vane to said rotor arm for free rotary movement relative thereto about a substantially vertical second axis, said vane being configured asymmetrically about its chord and including a balance weight positioned ahead of said second axis with reference to said direction of rotation such that said vane defines a center of gravity disposed forwardly of said second axis with reference to said direction of rotation.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
A wind energy converter according to claim 1, wherein said center of gravity is spaced forwardly of said second axis by a distance no greater than 20 percent of the average vane chord length.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
24 words
A wind energy converter according to claim 1 including stop means for limiting the extent of rotation of said vane about said second axis.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
A wind energy converter according to claim 1, wherein said vane includes a forwardly protruding nose, said balance weight disposed in said nose.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1992-01-24 | 1992-07-25 | 1993-01-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-01-24 | 1996-07-25 | 1997-01-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-01-24 | 2000-07-25 | 2001-01-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |