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The researchers’ initial proposed design composed of a platform where the Vortex

Bladeless Wind Turbine is placed, the main part of the system being the mast is
the one that catches the wind. Inside this mast are the stator and permanent
magnet that utilizes the mechanical energy obtained from the wind energy and
converts it into electrical energy. Another proposed design is a stick-like shape
Vortex Bladeless Wind Turbine, the only difference between the two is the
platform that serves as a better support for the system.
Moving on, for chapter 3 the researchers interpreted and discussed the data
gathered from the experiments and surveys conducted.
As for the Design and Development of Vortex Bladeless Wind Turbine with
Automatic Control System,
With the help of the data gathered by the researchers and consultation from the
fabricators, the proponents were able to come up with the final design of the
Vortex Bladeless Wind Turbine with Automatic Control System. First let us look at
the isometric view of the system, the system having a 154cm as its height,
composes of two parts. The upper part composed of the 102cm long mast which
harnesses wind energy and converts it into electrical energy. Found also inside
the mast are the wind generator, round bar that supports the mast and a set of
springs that are controlled by the actuator that serves as the control system of the
prototype. On the other hand, the lower part which is 52cm long is composed of
the 12V 4A battery that serves as the energy storage of the system. All of these
are placed on a 50x50 cm platform.

Next is the Front and Top View of the system, found also at the top of the system
is a micro wind turbine that will serve as the sensor of that is used to determine
the wind speed experienced by the prototype. Based on the wind speed
measured, the actuator will automatically adjust to a maximum of 2 inches. With
this, it will help the prototype’s movement to be stable during any wind speed. In
addition, a control box having a dimension of 20x25.5cm is placed where the USB
charging ports are positioned. The box can also serve as a pad where the
consumers can place their devices while charging.
Wind
Actual Output
Test Time Speed Expected Output Remarks
(%)
(m/s)

The Battery percentage


1 11:40 AM 5.20 85.43 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


2 11:45 AM 6.10 87.48 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


3 11:50 AM 5.50 87.71 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


4 11:55 AM 5.80 88.37 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


5 12:00 PM 4.80 89.17 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


6 12:05 PM 9.60 89.12 Failed
will improve

The Battery percentage


7 12:10 PM 5.30 90.22 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


8 12:15 PM 10.30 90.16 Failed
will improve

The Battery percentage


9 12:20 PM 8.50 91.31 Passed
will improve

The Battery percentage


10 12:25 PM 11.30 91.28 Failed
will improve
According to Jacobs, battery types determines the characteristics of charging and
discharging. With this, some kinds of battery are more suitable for particular
purpose than others.
Table 3.3 presents the charging rate of the system, seen on the table is a series of
wind speed with 5 minutes intervals, the system’s battery expected output and its
actual battery percentage. As we can observe on the table, the system passed on
majority of the test. It is also notable that on the 6th, 8th and 10th test, the system
failed to meet the expected output. As seen also on the table, that the wind
speeds during these tests are higher than the other tests. In parallel with this, the
actuator become more active resulting to more current taken from the system
causing its charging rate to fail.
CONCLUSION
Upon conducting the research, the proponents were able to come up with
the following conclusions.
1. The researchers were able to design and develop a Vortex Bladeless Wind
Turbine that consist of an automatic control system and a charging system.
The automatic Control system will serve as a protective mechanism on the
device for the mast to move stably in any wind condition. The charging
system on the other hand is created as a service to the community
2. Secondly, the researchers found that there are factors affecting the charging
rate of the battery, one is the mechanism of the actuator and the
continuously opened lcd display. While the discharging rate, show good
results and was able to charge devices on a given time. Lastly, the control
system was also able to execute it desired adjustments on any wind
condition.
3. Finally, the proponents highly recommend the system to be placed on
areas like baywalk for it has many locals and has favorable wind conditions.
The device has given it desired operation and satisfied the respondents with
its physical looks and its performance.

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