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Direct Driven Wind Turbine offers energy efficient design.

Mervento Oy
VAASA 65380  Finland
Apr 18, 2012 Mervento 3.6-118 direct driven wind turbine features output power of 3.6 mW and is designed for IEC class IIA applications with extended temperature range from -30° to +40° C. Turbine is based on 118 m rotor with 125 m hub height, and power train consists of gearless medium voltage permanent magnet generator and full power converter. It features hydraulic actuating systems for yaw, pitch, and rotor brake, and is compatible with all grid codes.

In-Pipe Hydropower System will not impede flow/operations.

Lucid Energy Inc
Portland, OR 97209
Apr 05, 2012 Able to operate across diverse flow conditions, LucidPipe(TM) Power System has lift-based vertical axis spherical turbine that generates electricity by extracting excess head pressure from 24-96 in. dia, gravity-fed water pipelines and effluent streams. Single unit, in standard 60 in. dia pipeline with flow velocity of 7 fps and 12 ft of excess head pressure, can produce up to 100 kW of power. Multiple turbines can be installed in one pipeline, separated by 3-4 turbine diameters.

Aircraft Engine is designed for fuel efficiency.

BRP
Québec J0E 2L0  Canada
Mar 20, 2012 Suited for light sport, ultra-light aircraft, and general aviation industries, Rotax 912 iS engine incorporates modern fuel injection system and digital engine control unit to ensure optimal fuel and air mixture at any altitude. This helps extend flight range while lowering operating costs and CO2 emissions. Time between overhauls for this 4-stroke, 4-cylinder 100 hp aircraft engine with redundant electronic fuel injection system is 2,000 hr.

Brushless PM Motors retain efficiency in variable speed applications.

Brushless PM Motors retain efficiency in variable speed applications.

NovaTorque, Inc.
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
Jan 19, 2012 Driven by variable frequency drives, Gen2.0 PremiumPlus+(TM) brushless permanent magnet motors come packaged in standard NEMA frame sizes and mounting dimensions to facilitate substitution. Motor-only rated point efficiencies of 93.0% and 92.0% for 3 and 5 hp versions, respectively, and efficiency is maintained over speed and load range. Due to flux-focusing stator and rotor hub geometry, motor produces performance with all-ferrite magnet design.

Direct Drive, 6 MW Wind Turbine suits offshore applications.

Direct Drive, 6 MW Wind Turbine suits offshore applications.

Siemens AG
Munich D-80333  Germany
Dec 06, 2011 Available with 120 or 154 m dia rotor, SWT-6.0 combines robust construction, direct drive design, and towerhead mass of roughly 350 tons to accommodate performance and environmental requirements of offshore sites. Entire electrical system, including medium voltage system and full converter, is enclosed in nacelle, enabling safe, accelerated, onshore pre-commissioning testing. Helicopter-hoisting platform integrated in nacelle rear allows access for service technicians.

Steam Turbine for geothermal power plants.

Siemens AG
Munich D-80333  Germany
Nov 08, 2011 Rated up to 60 MW, SST-400 GEO combines SST-400 steam turbine gearbox, generator, and base frame with TurboCare steam path technologies. Corrosion-resistant materials prevent fatigue-related crack formation and fractures, and design is suitable for live steam temperatures up to 250°C and steam pressures to 12 bar absolute. Able to be deployed in plants with different thermal fluids, turbine can be used in plants that operate with dry steam, flash principle, or flash/binary combined cycle.

Electric Drive System targets light-duty vehicles.

Protean Electric
Troy, MI 48084
Oct 26, 2011 Occupying unused space behind 18 in. road wheel, In-wheel Motor Electric Drive(TM) System produces up to 110 hp and can be fitted to conventional rear axles. Each system features self-contained inverter controller as well as regenerative braking. Creating hybrid or plug-in hybrid configuration from existing conventional trucks, system offers advantages for front-, rear-, or 4-wheel drive fleet vehicles that run on gas, diesel, or gaseous fuels such as CNG.

Soft Starter offers 2-phase torque control.

Soft Starter offers 2-phase torque control.

ABB Automation
New Berlin, WI 53151
Sep 19, 2011 Suited for applications where space is limited but advanced functionality is required, PSE Series features built-in class selectable electronic overload, built-in bypass, language-neutral backlit LCD, and 4-button keypad. All circuit boards have protective coating, ensuring reliable operation in environments where corrosive gases and acids may exist. Ensuring balanced control of all 3 phases, 2-phase torque control eliminates DC component during starting and stopping of motor.


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DC Gearmotor suits solar tracking, robotics, and automation.

DC Gearmotor suits solar tracking, robotics, and automation.

Midwest Motion Products
Watertown, MN 55388
Sep 13, 2011 Accepting any 12 Vdc source, including solar or battery power, Model MMP TM57-12V GP52-124 develops 136 lb-in. torque at 35 rpm. Reversible gearmotor measures 2.24 in. D x 7.76 in. L and has keyed output shaft of 12 mm D x 25 mm L. Mounting is accomplished with 4 face mount M5 threaded holes, equally spaced on 40 mm dia BC. Featuring IP54 rating for operation in harsh environments, motor requires just 7.2 A at 12 Vdc to generate full load torque.

Fiber-Reinforced Composite enhances wind turbine blade design.

Fiber-Reinforced Composite enhances wind turbine blade design.

WebCore Technologies, LLC
Miamisburg, OH 45342
May 11, 2011 Available in 12-78 mm thicknesses, TYCOR® W5 fiber-reinforced composite core material meets design requirements of longer, heavier utility wind turbine blades. It is suited to vacuum infusion and provides 105 MPa min transverse shear modulus in all directions. Offering alternative to balsa with consistent infused density, minimal resin absorption, and optimal dimensional stability, material achieves balanced transverse shear stiffness suited for thin, highly-loaded shear webs and shells.

Lightweight Wind Generator starts turning at 0.5 mph.

WindTronics, Inc.
Muskegon, MI 49440
Apr 27, 2011 Weighing less than 185 lb and measuring 6 ft in diameter, Honeywell Wind Turbine can generate power for home or business in wind as low as 2 mph. Gearless solution produces up to 1,500 kWh annually, depending on height and location, and can connect power directly to building, grid, or batteries. Blade Tip Power System(TM) utilizes magnets and stators surrounding outer ring to capture power at blade tips, where speed is greatest, while also minimizing mechanical resistance and drag.

Bent Axis Motors feature electrical control.

Bent Axis Motors feature electrical control.

Sauer-Danfoss
Ames, IA 50010
Apr 20, 2011 Designed to complement H1 axial piston pumps, H1 160 cm³ Bent Axis Motors provide 0°capability, enabling seamless, on-the-go shifting from 32-0°, such as in wheel assist applications. Variable displacement motors are optimized for electrical control and are fully PLUS+(TM) Compliant. To withstand harsh working environments, controls are designed with IP67 and IP69K rating. Typical applications include rough terrain forklifts, combines, sprayers, road rollers, and wheel loaders.

Wind Turbine Towers minimize impact from turbulence.

GE Co.
Fairfield, CT 06431
Apr 08, 2011 Available for GE's 2.5 MW series, including 2.75-103 model, Taller Wind Turbine Towers feature hub heights in excess of 130 m, which extends potential wind site options and maximizes annual energy production. Towers have hybrid pre-cast concrete and tubular steel design, making them suitable for densely forested areas and hillside locations that are prone to high turbulence intensity.

Rolling Bearings enhance wind turbine rotor shaft performance.

Rolling Bearings enhance wind turbine rotor shaft performance.

Schaeffler Group USA, Inc., INA USA Corp.
Fort Mill, SC 29715
Apr 07, 2011 Combination of tapered roller (locating) and cylindrical roller (non-locating) bearings with angular adjustment capability enable narrow axial guidance of wind turbine rotor shaft, minimizing effects of vibration. Bearing housing design enables required angular adjustment to be made in order to compensate for any misalignment between bearing positions. Able to prevent high axial clearances, solution is designed for supporting main rotor shafts of wind turbines.

Gearless Wind Turbine suits low to moderate wind speeds.

Siemens Energy, Inc.
Alpharetta, GA 30004
Mar 21, 2011 Featuring 113 m rotor diameter and 2.3 MW capacity, direct drive Model SWT-2.3-113 is based on permanent magnet generator, which requires no excitation power, slip rings, or excitation control systems. Turbine is fitted with Siemens B55 Quantum Blades, which are 55 m long with redesigned tip and root section. Tip minimizes noise levels to 105 dB, while root section uses flatback profiles to minimize root leakage and promote lift.

Offshore Wind Turbine is designed for reliability at sea.

GE Co.
Southfield, MI 48034
Mar 18, 2011 Optimized for offshore use, 4.1-113 turbine has modular design that facilitates in-situ repair and features blade design optimized to maximize energy capture. This 4 MW class machine employs direct-drive technology, which incorporates minimal moving parts in order to promote reliability, along with built-in redundancy and partial operation for major components. Direct-drive technology also uses modular approach to maximize in-situ repair and reduce need for large repair vessels.

Asynchronous Motors cover efficiency classes IE2 and IE3.

Asynchronous Motors cover efficiency classes IE2 and IE3.

Siemens Industry, Inc.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Mar 02, 2011 General Purpose and Severe Duty motors are offered across High Efficiency (IE2) and Premium Efficiency (IE3) classes, covering application range of EU Regulation 640/2009 from 750 W to 375 kW. IE3 motors use rotor technology and are more compact than IE2 versions. General Purpose motors come with aluminum housings, 80-160 shaft heights, and output of 550 W to 22 kW, while Severe Duty versions have cast iron housing, 100-315 shaft heights, and power range of 2.2 kW to 375 kW.

Asynchronous Motors are offered with cast iron housings.

Asynchronous Motors are offered with cast iron housings.

Siemens Industry, Inc.
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Mar 02, 2011 Suited for applications in production and process industries, 1LE1 Severe Duty series includes models rated for European energy efficiency classes IE2 and IE3. EISA-certified versions are also available for NAFTA market, and performance range is 2.2-200 kW. Housings withstand industrial environments, and motors are available with 100-315 shaft heights. Operating concept with terminal boxes divided at angle makes terminals accessible and reduces installation time.

Wind Turbine Couplings deliver 100,000 Nm torque.

Wind Turbine Couplings deliver 100,000 Nm torque.

Zero-Max, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55441 5537
Feb 03, 2011 Zero-Max Wind Turbine Couplings are tested under conditions simulating 20-year load spectrum of continuous operation. Composite disk packs, located at both ends of center spacer, allow parallel and axial misalignment while remaining torsionally stiff through all harmonic ranges of wind turbine's oscillating load. Depending on application, center spacers can be machined out of steel, composite glass fiber, or 6061-T6 aluminum and engineered to withstand in excess of 100,000 Nm torque.

Wind Turbine brings clean power to homes, businesses.

Southwest Windpower Inc.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Jan 10, 2011 Smart grid-enabled Skystream 600 provides average of 7,400 kWh of clean energy per year per installation in 12 mph average annual winds. Capable of connecting homes and businesses to wind-generated electricity, power grid-connected wind turbine also features interactive Skyview(TM) system that lets users monitor how much energy turbine is producing from anywhere Internet access is available.

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