Atmospheric Vortex Engine creates tornadoes to generate electricity
« Back to Article
A fully functional AVE power station with a 100-meter (328-foot) diameter is said to be capable of generating up to 200 megawatts of electrical power
The heat required to get the mini-tornado started would initially be provided by a temporary heat source, such as a heater or steam
The prototype will be manufactured in partnership with Lambton College, in Sarnia, Ontario
The LM-6 prototype AVE system
A diagram of the AVE system
Article Summary
Tornadoes generally evoke the destructive force of nature at its most awesome. However, what if all that power could be harnessed to produce cheaper and more efficient electricity? This is just what Canadian engineer Louis Michaud proposes to achieve, with an invention dubbed the “Atmospheric Vortex Engine” (or AVE).
« Back to Atmospheric Vortex Engine creates tornadoes to generate electricity
Other Images from this Gallery
Related Articles
-
ORBITEC flight tests new vortex liquid fuel rocket engine
1st November, 2012
-
Vortex gun blows rings of high-speed electrified gas – could have numerous applications
5th March, 2012
-
The incredible Superplexus Vortex puzzle
19th February, 2010
-
U.S. Air Force goes vortex surfing to cut fuel consumption
17th October, 2012
-
Unique hydro energy system harnesses slow water currents
25th November, 2008
-
The Vortex: the world's first USB/MIDI Keytar Controller
19th January, 2012
