The O-Wind Turbine was invented by two students from Lancaster University in the UK, who won the James Dyson Award in 2022 for their innovative design.
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The device consists of a spherical structure with vents that allow the wind to flow through it from any direction. The wind causes the sphere to spin around a fixed axis, which is connected to a generator that produces electricity.
The device is small, lightweight, and easy to install, making it ideal for urban and residential areas where space is limited and wind conditions are unpredictable. Unlike conventional wind turbines, the O-Wind Turbine does not require a minimum wind speed, direction, or height to operate, and it does not produce any noise or visual pollution.
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The O-Wind, due to its unique design, makes use of wind approaching from all directions in 3 dimensions including wind in the vertical direction. The O-Wind is well suited to urban environments hence widening the range of suitable locations for the harnessing of sustainable energy.
