Windstar Turbine - Windstar Models 1500 and 3000

Windstar Models 1500 and 3000

These two models were designed based on field data from the 530G prototype field testing in the LAVTS configuration. Mathematical modeling of these turbines was conducted by IOPARA, Inc., made possible by a grant from the California Energy Commission in 2010. Model 3000 will stand 50 ft high with a 40 ft tall rotor. The Windstar Model 3000 will be 75 ft wide and used for lower wind speed locations (14-16 mph). The Windstar Model 1500 will have a similar rotor height and will be 37.5 ft wide. The Model 1500 is designed for higher wind speed locations.