Scenes from Windpower 2013

May 7, 2013
Regardless of what you might think of wind energy as a power source, wind turbine technology can be pretty interesting.

The American Wind Energy Association's Windpower show always plays host to a number of exhibits where interesting technology is on view. This year's event in Chicago was no exception. Here are a few of the more interesting developments attendees could see.

About the Author

Leland Teschler

Lee Teschler served as Editor-in-Chief of Machine Design until 2014. He holds a B.S. Engineering from the University of Michigan; a B.S. Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan; and an MBA from Cleveland State University. Prior to joining Penton, Lee worked as a Communications design engineer for the U.S. Government.

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