Comments on: Small is Beautiful: Helix Power’s Weinbrandt Sees a Small Wind Turbine On Every Rooftop

By: Charles H. Briggs Jr.

Charles H. Briggs Jr. — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:57:22 +0000

What environmental testing has ben done on a production run version of which models?
I would be particularly interested in long term exposute to Sea spray and vapors (mists).
I would also be interested in how the bearing life would be affected if ynits were installed on top of a telephone pole. Vibrating in the wind. What likely resonant frequency in the wind on pole might be.
Another question would be how the aluminium would survive in a constantly sea spray & mist. I have 53 poles as possible sites for aplication.

By: Bill Doe

Bill Doe — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 16:12:19 +0000

Does Stu there have a point? Do these break.. everything I’ve been reading so far seems bias and positive. Balance sheet is a ghost town, stock has lost like 99% of its market cap practically since this ‘featured’ article. Can anyone explain why that is?

I bought 10k at half a penny so I can dream how sweet it would be if this stock went back to a buck. $50 to dream is pretty cheep

By: D.Jasinski,A.I.A.

D.Jasinski,A.I.A. — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 20:13:50 +0000

I would like to put 4 or 8 identical helix turbines connected in series on my home facing in different directions to make the most of the available wind and for aesthetic effect.
Is this technically feasible?
Do I get a cost break for quantity and/or for creative use of your products?

By: Stu Pidaso

Stu Pidaso — Tue, 11 May 2010 00:39:15 +0000

The Helix turbines break all the time and wouldn’t run a vibrator

By: Greg Reiva

Greg Reiva — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 15:58:47 +0000

As a physics high school science teacher, I have involved my students with scientific analysis of blade wind turbines and even the Helix type turbine. Wind energy is one of the most tried and true methods to harness clean energy out of the environment. It is proven, dependable free energy courtesy of mother nature.

I believe that if public institutions such as libraries, museums, city hall and other public utilities began to incorporate this new technology within their established energy operating systems, then it would help to raise awareness in our communities to more quickly bring new wind energy paradigm into existence within society as a whole.

Today, these new alternative energy technologies must be quickly integrated as a fundamental and core source of energy for our needs. Public awareness is crucial to help fuel the political debate to move quickly as a country and make great strides in bringing forth a green revolution in our economy and in our society.

By: Bracken

Bracken — Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:52:36 +0000

I like the roof top VAWTs. I think savionous (including your helix) are very attactive. I hope these become more available for private residences.

By: marc robinson

marc robinson — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 04:11:34 +0000

Our non-profit is working on a project in jackson county oregon. A monolithic concrete dome lodge that will, demonstrate and showcase green technologies to it’s residents, and to the public as well.
It will use the power of a 4 apt. multi-family home. How many turbines would we need, and about how much per

By: Harris Sobin

Harris Sobin — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:04:58 +0000

What is approx. price for a small unit, installed, for a single family residence?

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By: Stan Kaplan

Stan Kaplan — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 18:13:12 +0000

Can you give me a rough idea of cost versus savings for a domestic installation?

By: AR MARIN

AR MARIN — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:52:52 +0000

HOW MANY KWH/YEAR HAS THIS TURBINE PRODUCED?
WHERE IS IT LOCATED?

By: AR MARIN

AR MARIN — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:50:26 +0000

HOW MANY KWH/YEAR HAS THIS TURBIN PRODUCED?
WHERE IS IT LOCATED?