Generator

The generator takes the rotational energy and transforms it into electrical energy by driving a rotating magnetic flux through specialized copper windings, inducing current in them. The Windspire’s very unique generator was developed by our own team, and served as a catalyst for the whole system. After working on a highly efficient air core permanent magnet generator technology for several years, Mariah Power was founded in 2005 with the integration of the generator into a wind turbine. The generator technology is unique in several ways: First, it minimizes magnetic-induced losses by using a special rotor and stator construction, resulting in very high efficiencies (up to 98%). Second, it is cog-free, for seamless rotation. Third, and perhaps most importantly, it operates most efficiently in low wind speeds. This is the opposite of most wind generators, and it allows the Windspire to capture more energy in the lower, more prevalent range of wind speeds.