China successfully tests world's first megawatt-class wind turbine

Energy China's new system is based on "flying kite" technology, which rises to a height of between 300 and 500 meters. At this height, the winds are stronger and more stable than at the ground, where conventional turbines operate. The flying part of the device is about 30 meters wide and is equipped with ultra-light carbon fiber wings. Energy China has built advanced sensors into the product that adjust the turbine's position in real time for maximum energy efficiency.

A high-performance cable measuring more than 600 meters in length is used to transmit the generated electricity to the ground. This cable is not only an electrical conductor, but also a strong rope that holds the turbine in place. The entire monitoring system, operated by Energy China, is based on IT hardware with artificial intelligence that monitors weather conditions on 81.28 cm (32-inch) monitors. The expected cost of installing such a system in 2026 is about €1.2 million, which is cheaper in the long run than building fixed high-rise towers.

Energy China emphasizes that this technology takes up significantly less space on the ground, as it only requires a small base station of 10 meters wide. The product is particularly suitable for remote areas and islands where classic IT hardware does not have access to a stable network. During the experiment, Energy China's turbine generated 30 kilowatt hours of energy in just a few hours, confirming the extraordinary potential of flying power plants. With this achievement, Energy China heralds a new era where we will draw energy directly from the sky.