Desktop Helical Savonius VAWT

This Helix Wind model has been modeled to be printable and mountable for display and experimentation. The model has been equipped with a 8.3mm mounting hole to smoothly accept a wooden 5/16 inch dowel. This model was developed to test power generation and wakefield generation during an undergraduate research project. If mounted correctly, this model will rotate in both wind and water testing environments.

May be used with the custom design base - https://www.prusaprinters.org/prints/19977-vawt-base-mount

Print instructions

Category: Engineering Print Settings

Printer Brand: Prusa

Printer: I3 MK3S

Rafts: Doesn't Matter

Supports: No

Resolution: 0.2

Notes:

Center shaft mount accepts a 5/16" wooden dowel. Dowel can be fastened with glue, a screw, or a pin to prevent rotation on the shaft.