Access clean and affordable on-site power production with smart wind turbines.
Real-time blade control on vertical-axis wind turbines
We pioneered a control framework that dynamically adjusts the orientation of turbine blades in real time, enhancing the turbine’s performance in all wind conditions. We leverage recent advances in sensing technology and the advent of miniature microcontrollers to sense, act on, and monitor the wind experienced by the turbine blades.
Why vertical-axis wind turbines
Vertical-axis wind turbines are scalable and offer a community-friendly energy solution, ideal for locations where traditional turbines fall short. Their design makes them especially suited for on-site commercial-scale power generation, unlocking renewable energy in challenging environments.
Adapts to wind direction
Quiet operation
Fauna-friendly
Can be packed closer
Empowering a Wide Range of Industries
Windworks’ innovative wind energy solutions are designed to meet the diverse needs of various industries and business lines.
Our technology is ideal for a wide range of industries, including:
Our goal? Energy independence.
Our mission is to empower energy independance with smart wind turbines. Join us in our vision to create a planet powered by smart, renewable energy systems, working in harmony to deliver universal access to cheap, clean electricity.
Windworks Updates
Keep up with the latest developments, innovations, and milestones at Windworks.
Venture Kick supports Windworks
Harness Wind Energy Like Never Before
Frequently asked questions
Vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) have several advantages over traditional horizontal-axis turbines (HAWTs), including:
- Lower Noise Levels: VAWTs operate more quietly, making them suitable for urban and residential areas.
- Less Land Required: They require only a third of the land compared to traditional turbines.
- Omni-directional Wind Capture: VAWTs can harness wind from any direction, eliminating the need for complex orientation mechanisms.
- Fauna-Friendly Design: The design is less intrusive to birds and other wildlife.
Our control framework optimizes the performance of vertical-axis wind turbines by dynamically adjusting the blade orientation in real-time. This leads to:
- Threefold Increase in Efficiency: Significantly enhances energy output.
- Reduction in Structural Vibrations: Decreases stress and prolongs the life of the turbine.
- Reduction in Thrust Force: Lowers the force on the turbine tower, improving stability.
Yes, our control framework can be retrofitted onto any vertical-axis wind turbine with actuated blades. We can equip the turbines with sensors and controllers to implement our technology, allowing existing installations to benefit from enhanced performance.
Our technology is ideal for a wide range of industries, including:
- Energy Intensive Industries (Food, Paper, Pharma, Metal)
- Wind Turbine Manufacturers
- Utility Companies
- Commercial and Industrial Facilities
- Agricultural Operations
- Government and Municipal Projects
We have successfully implemented our control framework on a laboratory prototype and are scaling up with an industrial prototype from Agile Wind Power. By 2025, we aim to test our technology in real field conditions on a larger scale.
