Quiet Revolution: Can Our Wind Turbines Power Themselves?

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The discussion centers on the feasibility of wind turbines generating enough energy to power their own operational needs, particularly the lighting and control systems. Concerns are raised about the energy consumption of numerous LEDs and control circuits on each turbine. The maximum output of 6kW is noted to be comparable to the peak consumption of a single residential user, highlighting the challenge of intermittent wind power. Participants question whether the energy produced can consistently meet the turbines' self-sustaining requirements. Overall, the viability of wind turbines powering themselves remains uncertain due to these energy consumption concerns.
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I understand these things can spin, but what I'm questioning is whether they can really produce enough power to even power themselves?

I mean, there have got to be a few hundred if not thousand LEDs on each one, as well as a control circuit to control the LEDs.

What do you think?
 
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6kW maximum is on the order of a single residential user's peak consumption. Wind power is not continuous however.
 

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