Neat News 1903 (added 2021-03-17)

Wind from vibrations

A new type of windfarms has been developed in which there are no rotating blades but where the turbine is a curve-topped cylinder fixed vertically with an elastic rod. It wobbles in the wind and the corresponding energy is transformed into electricity. The turbines need less space and are less dangerous for birds.

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News seen at: The Guardian - Environment