SBIR-STTR Award

Wind Energy Systems for Base Camp Applications
Award last edited on: 5/9/2014

Sponsored Program
SBIR
Awarding Agency
DOD : Army
Total Award Amount
$1,149,958
Award Phase
2
Solicitation Topic Code
A12-051
Principal Investigator
Robert M Freda

Company Information

V Squared Wind Inc (AKA: V2 Wind, Inc.)

285 Clarendon Street
Boston, MA 02116
   (617) 867-0521
   contact@v2wind.com
   www.vsquaredwind.com
Location: Single
Congr. District: 07
County: Suffolk

Phase I

Contract Number: ----------
Start Date: ----    Completed: ----
Phase I year
2012
Phase I Amount
$149,985
The objective of the proposed work is to demonstrate the feasibility of V Squared Wind’s proprietary modular, ducted wind turbine technology to best meet the specifications for a rugged, redeployable wind energy system for military base camp applications. V Squared suggests a quickly deployable, low-profile, high energy density design concept with significantly lower cost and weight than required while meeting or exceeding all other performance attributes. Such a system would save significant energy costs and eliminate the majority of the fuel logistics burden for base encampments. The feasibility of the design concept will be demonstrated in the proposed effort through: -Field testing of a full scale, single module to establish power generation characteristics -Mechanical systems and electrical systems engineering design and costing studies focused on areas of greatest application value The program, with its full scale demonstration testing of a complete wind acceleration module, will provide a strong basis for rapid transition to full system development and field demonstration in Phase II.

Keywords:
Wind Energy, Portable Electric Power, Low Cost Electric Power, Low Wind Speed Applications

Phase II

Contract Number: ----------
Start Date: ----    Completed: ----
Phase II year
2013
Phase II Amount
$999,973
The objective of the proposed work is to demonstrate that V Squared Wind?s proprietary modular, ducted wind turbine technology meets or exceeds the specifications for a rugged, redeployable wind energy system for military base camp applications. V Squared suggests a quickly deployable, low-profile, high energy density design concept that offers significantly lower costs than required, machine size and deployment flexibility, minimal shipping volume while meeting or exceeding all other performance attributes. Such a system would save significant energy costs and eliminate the majority of the fuel logistics burden for base encampments. The performance of the technology will be demonstrated in the proposed effort through the design, fabrication and testing of a full scale prototype machine. It will be suitable for a range of military testing for durability and power production performance.

Keywords:
Wind Energy, Portable Electric Power, Low Cost Electric Power, Low Wind Speed, Diesel Fuel Offset