Renewable Energy Innovation Projects:

Pedal Power and Energy Monitor posted 10 Jan 10

This unit is designed to measure the electrical power and energy generated by a cylist on a pedal generator. It is designed to be educational, helping to explain the difference between power and energy, and help keep people cycling as they can assess and compare their performance. Software has been developed which will display the information on a PC via a USB connection.

Off-Grid PV power system posted 29 Aug 09

The workshop of RE-Innovation has been converted to run 'off-grid' using solar energy. This can run both 12V DC and 240V AC devices. This sytem will be used to test prototype monitoring and control devices.

Beach Hut Solar PV System posted 23 Mar 09

Solar powered refrigeration and lighting for a beach hut on the South coast of England

Wind Turbine Project with V3 Power posted 15 Feb 09

Renewable Energy Innovation help V3 Power with a grid-connect small wind turbine installation in Germany.

Wind Turbine Electrical System Design Guide posted 1 Jul 08

A guide to the electrical systems required for small off-grid wind turbine systems. Includes all calculations and information on the various choices available.

Fibre Glass Wind Turbine Blade Construction Guide posted 1 May 08

A practical guide to producing fibre glass blades for a small wind turbine.

Expanded Scale Voltmeter posted 1 Aug 07

A simple, easy to build voltmeter for use on battery systems.