Selfrunning Waterpump-generator device runs 60 Watts lamp...

[fritz]

The maximum (theoretical) rpm of the paddle wheel is
determined by the waterspeed.
If you add more paddles - you increase the time when
the waterstream is in between paddles - which shortens
the time where the stream can accelerate a paddle.
You get less speed and less power.
Increasing the number of paddles would only make sense
if the wheel would be completly streamed within water
like a river boat wheel.
By having 2 streams, 2 pumps and pairs of paddles,
you could double the torque - but that would change
or proof nothing. If it doesnt work in a single setup -
it doesnt work in a double/pair setup.
Take the input of some people here what concerns the
waterwheel not too serious - the thing was very nice and
working at all ;-)))))

If you would play around with the performance - higher
water speed  (as long as the pump stays efficient)
and _LESS_ padles of bigger size would make sense.

rgds.

[JDHardy54]

Adding more paddles should increase the performance, not decrease it.  But then I could be wrong.  My partner and his friend are coming over at 5:30 EDT to check it out.  I'm going back to work on it until they get here.  I added the extra paddle wheels before I put it up on the caster wheels.  I will get back later today or tomorrow - my partner and I think it is something simple.

James

[JDHardy54]

Thank you for your comments in your last message.  Yes, you are correct. I'll talk to you later or tomorrow.

James

[fritz]

Good luck  !!!

[spinner]

Believe it or not, I've been very busy.  Today was the first day that I tested the machine since we have made changes.  I have added more paddles to the wheel and I put the machine up on caster wheels.  I put it in the front of the garage and did a test run.  I just emailed my partner - the problem that I am having is that I am only getting about (300watts) and I can not change over to generator power at that time.  I don't know what I have done wrong, besides adding triple the paddles.  I was looking forward to making the new video today.  I'm waiting for my partner to get back to me and for him to get over here - it could be something that is very simple.  Just wanted to give you an update and we'll be getting to you all soon

James

Hi, JDHardy,
Yes, your original paddle wheel was the weakest link in the setup. (I commented it was like 10-15% efficient...)
No need to invent a hot water again, there is already a lot of work available on different types of turbines. Just pick one. More paddles, better...

So, your current problem is that you're getting "only 300W" out of the setup (after the turbine improvements..)? Sorry, with what input?

Can you answer at least some of our questions, like:
- provide at least a basic schematic (el. connections) with the data
- pump AND generator details (I constantly hear about CalTech T10000 pump, is this true?)
- measurements ( & procedures) made so far (flow rate, electric, t/V...)
- self-sustaining ability (this should be possible according to the claims)

I'm looking forward to your (promissed!) new video.
Cheers!