Bladeless Wind Turbines Gain Ground as Safe, Efficient Power Alternative

A new wave of innovation is reshaping wind power as researchers and startups push forward with bladeless wind turbines (BWTs), a quieter, safer and more compact alternative to traditional windmills.

Engineers at the University of Glasgow recently identified an optimal design capable of producing up to 460 watts of power. Using computer simulations, they found that a cylindrical mast measuring 80 cm high and 65 cm wide offered the best balance between structural strength and power output. Their findings could help scale the technology for larger applications, potentially reaching 1 kilowatt or more.

Unlike traditional turbines, BWTs generate power through vortex-induced vibrations—swaying in the wind rather than spinning blades. This design reduces noise, requires less maintenance, and is considered safer for birds and other wildlife.

Meanwhile, Spanish startup Vortex Bladeless, founded by David Yáñez, is already testing urban-friendly bladeless generators. Their Atlantis model oscillates to harness wind energy without gears, blades, or shafts—ideal for locations where conventional turbines aren’t viable.

«This could be wind power’s answer to the home solar panel,» Yáñez said, highlighting how the system complements solar by producing power at night when wind speeds tend to rise.

With support from major partners like the European Investment Bank and the Barcelona Supercomputing Centre, Vortex aims to expand its technology from micro-wind to commercial scales, offering a fresh approach to sustainable energy.

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