Translations:Mechanical power/55/en

The windmill

A windmill is a multi-block structure used to harness wind power and transform it into mechanical power. There are many possible designs for a windmill but factors to consider include:

• Location windspeed
• Height - for wind and clearance for sails
• Accommodation of various power train designs and equipment
• Amount of power needed to drive attached equipment

Detailed information on the windmill can be found on the windmill page.