22

CHAPTER III

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

This chapter will discuss about the processes that the researchers will undergo during the

study. It includes the design that will be used in the study and the needed materials with its

corresponding specifications for the study to push through.

3.1 Materials and Specifications

Table 1 below shows the materials and the quantity needed in conducting the experiment.

Table 1. The Parameters to be used in Conducting the Experiment.

Materials Quantity

Anemometer 1

Bundle of Connecting Wires (gauge 10) 1

Fan Blades 3

Light Bulbs 3

Multimeter 1

Power Bank 1

Rotor 1

Tachometer 1

The table presented above encompasses the materials to be used in conducting the

experiment. The first box from the left contains the materials needed. These materials will be
 23

provided by the researchers to successfully carry out the experiment. The succeeding box

exhibits the quantity needed per material.

Anemometer: This is a common weather instrument used in measuring wind velocities within a

particular area. The researchers will need this measuring tool for one of the studys major

variable is the average wind velocity within the area where the turbine is located.

Connecting Wires: Connecting wires with a diameter of gauge 10 are the most favorable for the

assembly of electric fans, which has the same structure as a wind turbine. It can safely carry a

substantial amount of electrical current to and from the generator.

Fan Blades: Since this research aims to develop a wind turbine that adapts to various wind

speeds, the researchers will need a set of fan blades that vary in sizes.

Light Bulb: A bulb of at least 5 watts will be used for this research study. Since the objective of

the study is to successfully light up a bulb, the researchers will use a light bulb that requires a

minimum amount of power to ensure the success of the study.

Multimeter: A multimeter is a statistical diagnostic device used in quantifying the total

resistance, electric current or electromotive force of a certain electronic component. This tool

will aid the researchers in measuring the total voltage acquired by the receptacle.

Photometer: It is an instrument used in measuring the intensity of light emitted by a certain

element. This will aid in the assessment of luminous flux emanated by the light bulbs.

Generator or Power bank: A generator or power bank with a capacity of 5,000 mAh to 10,000

mAh will be used in the study. A receptacle that is capable of storing a substantial amount is a
 24

necessity in this study for its objective is to make a light bulb of 5 watts light up.

Rotor: Considering that a rotor is the main element of capturing wind energy, it must be able to

withstand varying wind speeds during a long period of time. It is recommended that the rotor

will be made out of durable materials such as carbon fiber and fiber glass to ensure the product's

durability and stability.

Tachometer: Tachometers are used in the gauging how fast an object is turning which is

denoted by the unit RPM or revolutions per minute. This will assist in the measuring how many

times the turbines fan blades rotated.

3.2 Research Methodology

Phase I: Gathering of the materials is the first step, canvas for various fan blades of different

sizes. Make sure that it will suffice the needed amount of energy of the light bulb.

Phase II: Assembly of the generator comes after. The resulting generator must be durable. It

should also be able to store a substantial amount of energy. If creating a generator of your own

would not be possible, use a power bank with a large capacity as an alternative

Phase III: With the fan blades of appropriate size, attach it to the self-made rotor or just a rotor

from some worn-out electric fan. This will serve as a turbine with a purpose of catching wind.

Final Phase: Now that the two major parts are already set, connect these two together with the

connecting wires. The power generating wind turbine must be compact and can withstand

varying wind speeds.

 25

3.3 Schematic Diagram of Procedures

Figure 2 encompasses the flow chart of procedures that will be conducted in the study.

Preparation of Materials and Equipment

Assembly of the Generator

Assembly of the Rotor and Fan Blades

Connecting of the Two Major Parts with

a Connecting Wire

Set-up A Set-up B Set-up C

(5 watt (15 watt (25 watt

bulb at 15 bulb at 40 bulb at 60
RPM ) RPM) RPM)

Examining Whether the Light Bulb

Lights up or not and Measuring of the
Receptacles

Results

Figure 2. Flow Chart on the Experimentation of the Development of a Wind Energy-Converting

Power Generator Accompanied with a Receptacle Acting as a Temporary Storage for
Electricity
 26

After acquiring and preparing the needed materials and equipment, the researchers will

assemble the generator and rotor with fan blades with the help of a connecting wire. These two

will be the main components of the prototype. After assembling the model, the researchers will

have different sets of experiment using different bulbs with different wattage. The different sets

of experiments will have a series of trials in order to obtain the right data for the study and are

expected to yield the figures that will help acquiring the result needed.

Figure 3 is the graphic representation of the studys expected output which is the

small-scale wind turbine with a receptacle attached to it that will aid in storing the acquired

electrical energy.

Figure 3. Schematic Diagram of the Output

 27

The two main components of the prototype are the generator and the rotor. The model,

with the help of the tower as the body, will be attached to any wall or sturdy support with high

elevation from the ground. After the wind passes through the blades and shift it, the turning of

the blades will produce electricity that the generator will gather. The collected electricity will go

through the series of wires that connects the generator to the power storage. The power storage

will now try to light up the designated bulb(s) with a certain amount of wattage. The yielded data

will be observed and recorded in order to produce the desired result of the study.

3.4 Research Design

The study will utilize the experimental method of research in order to garner its needed

data. An experimental research design has a problem-solving approach wherein certain variables

are carefully controlled or manipulated. The purpose of the design is to rule out these alternative

causes, leaving only the actual factor that is real cause (Mottola, 2009). Specifically, the

researchers will administer the one-shot case study wherein a single group is exposed to an

experimental treatment and observed after the treatment (Cristobal, 2017). Since the actual

experimentation of the study will involve the turbine being exposed to various settings, the

researchers see it fit to use the particular research design.

3.5 Statistical Treatment

In order to acquire answers for the studys specific questions, the acquired data must

undergo statistical treatment. As for this study, the t-test will be employed for the attained

statistics.

=( ) ; df = n 1

 28

Where;

= t-test coefficient = standard deviation

= sample mean = sample size

= population mean = degrees of freedom

The t-test is used when < 30 and only the sample standard deviation is given as a basis

for the estimation of the population standard deviation. This is utilized specifically for testing

whether or not there is a significant difference between the data of two groups (De Guzman,

2017). Therefore, the research study will employ the t-test since its statement of the problem

involves the significant difference of two particular groups of data.