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I was wondering if you might have a suggestion on how to get an above ground water line from an Artisian well to NOT FREEZE.  This is ...

There are a lot of interesting laws being considered to boost investment and viability of renewable energy sources. Net metering is just on...

This video was taken after the water crested and pretty much covered the flume, causing it to rise up and down on the flood waters. Managed ...

Hydro power - common misconceptions. 1. If there is a waterfall just let the falling water hit some paddles to which the generator is coup...

Net Meter Micro Hydro – The Road to Energy Independence By Robert Honders, Honderosa Valley Consulting Net metering is the single most e...

If you are good with welding you may want to consider making your own 'turbine' case to replace the pump case and use only the i...

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The diagram, Arduino on left Rotork valve operator right, blue outline of turbo-gen extreme right.        /*       Generator RPM...

In choosing pipe consider these: 1.  In larger sizes ( > 6" ) steel / iron pipe is cheaper for the same pressure rating. And used (...

PVC moving belt trash rack Frazil ice, leaves and gravel have been my biggest maintenance headaches. But I'm hoping those headaches ...

I have been using Pumps as Turbines and motors as generators very successfully for almost four years now. The optimum (maximum power) spee...

In the early 90's I built a circular saw mill on the back 40. I pick up logs in the local area, often felled by homeowners, and I often ...

A quick overview of the building process. Picked up some inspiration in Costa Rica where pelton wheels could be seen laying around in yards...