Table Top Wind Turbine

About this project

This was our final project for ME 2105L. We were tasked to implement Computed Aided Manufacturing techniques in order to design, develop, and analyze the cost of a product. Among a catalogue of product ideas, our group decided to work on a table top wind turbine design. My task was to design and simulate plastic mold injection.

Design

Overview

The turbine's architecture is built on a modular assembly of 3D-printed parts and standard electronic hardware, allowing for easy maintenance and portability.

• Modular Stability: The design features a triangular base to maximize surface coverage while optimizing desk space. Fillets were added to the base and stem to enhance structural stability.

• Aerodynamic Efficiency: It utilizes a three-blade horizontal axis configuration with high-solidity airfoil profiles to maximize torque at low wind speeds.

• Integrated Protection: A conical nose cone diverts airflow smoothly around the generator housing, reducing turbulence and drag.

Plastic Mold Simulation SOLIDWORKS

Notice

Under Construction.