Design Of Harnessing Highway Wind For Sustainable Lighting Solutions Using Vertical Axis Wind Turbines

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Abstract: This invention presents an innovative approach to generating renewable energy by harnessing wind energy from highway traffic. The system captures wind currents produced by moving vehicles using strategically placed turbines along highways. The kinetic energy from these turbines is converted into electrical energy via dynamo motors and permanent synchronous generators. The generated energy is stored in battery banks and utilized to power highway lights, enhancing visibility and safety for drivers. This method offers a sustainable alternative to traditional power sources, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, it provides economic benefits through reduced operational costs. The successful implementation of this system could transform highway infrastructure, contributing to a greener and more sustainable future.

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Description:The " Harnessing Highway Wind for Sustainable Lighting Solutions " project is an example of an innovative approach to renewable energy utilization. It represents the flow of energy and the interactions between various components involved in harnessing wind energy from highway traffic to power highway lights. Wind Turbines Vertical axis wind turbines are positioned to capture the wind generated by moving vehicles. Each turbine is represented as an input block that collects kinetic wind energy. It converts wind energy into mechanical rotational energy. , C , Claims:1. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100) comprises of
i) Wind from moving vehicles (1);
ii) Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (2);
iii) Dynamo motor (3);
iv) Permanent Synchronous Generator (4);
v) Battery storage device (5);
vi) LED drive circuit (6);

2. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said invention captures wind from the moving vehicles to generate electricity.
3. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said vertical axis wind turbines, positioned along the highway to capture wind generated by moving vehicles and convert it into rotational energy.
4. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said invention uses the Dynamo Motor to convert the mechanical energy from the Vertical Axis Wind Turbines into electrical energy.
5. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said invention uses the Permanent Synchronous Generator to generate a stable electrical output suitable for charging the energy storage devices.
6. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said invention uses batteries or capacitors to serve as the energy storage devices to store electrical energy.
7. A highway wind energy harvesting system (100), as claimed in 1, wherein the said invention LED drive circuit powered by the stored energy in the battery storage device to provide lighting or other electrical functions.

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