Monthly Archives: January 2015

back in action after storm

Posted on 23/01/2015 by hugh

Perceptive readers will have noticed the little red graph on the right plunge to zero after the big wind we had on 9th January.  This was due to my AWP windmill plunging to the ground with a broken alternator shaft.  … Continue reading →

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Missouri Wind and Solar video

Posted on 20/01/2015 by hugh

I mostly like everything that people do with small wind turbines, especially hands-on and do-it-yourself, so I got excited to discover Missouri Wind and Solar, and I watched this video that I found on the home page with interest. Unfortunately … Continue reading →

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Hugh Piggott Wind Turbine Components

Posted on 19/01/2015 by hugh

V3 have been building my turbines for over 8 years and are able to provide full bespoke kits or separate components. Bespoke kits comprise a set of three hand-carved blades, alternator and mounting. The turbines can be installed as a … Continue reading →

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We have power up!

Posted on 17/01/2015 by hugh

Hi Hugh, We have power up ! Some pics from the initial switch on. (The plumbing is not ready for the immersion so air dumps in use now). The system was ‘right on the money’ as far as the calculations … Continue reading →

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Great result …and pics

Posted on 08/01/2015 by hugh

Hello Hugh, Now the festivities are over I want to report back on our Powerspout and Midnight Classic installation.  It’s incredible!  The generator has not been used once this winter.  We are making around 250 watts 24/7 with the small … Continue reading →

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