New Type of Blade to Revolutionise Wind Energy
For many centuries, people have tried to harness the power of wind to make everyday life easier and processes more efficient. The first constructions were called windmills and used for pumping water or grinding corn. In the 19th century, windmills were replaced by fossil fuel engines and a distributed power network. In the second half of the 20th century, a greater insight into aerodynamics and advanced materials, particularly...