Are there different types of wind turbines?
There are several types of wind turbines: Vertical-axis wind turbineThe main rotor shaft is arranged vertically, enabling the turbine to capture the energy of the wind without pointing directly into it. This works to the advantage of those who live in areas where the wind direction constantly fluctuates. Horizontal-axis wind turbineThese turbines have two to three blades and operate by facing the unit into the wind. An attached wind vane measures wind direction, enabling the turbine to best position itself to capture the wind. Wind turbines are also available in several different sizes: Single, small turbinesThese units are meant for individual use for homes, telecommunications dishes, water pumping or in remote areas where a grid connection is lacking. They can be coupled with batteries, solar power systems, or fuel systems to create a hybrid system. Utility-scale turbinesTypically, these large units (from 100 kilowatts to several megawatts) are combined with other large units to form
