Airslicer windmill (work in progress)

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My first attempt at a 3D printable windmill is underway, and it's already generating power using an old CD-drive closer motor connected to a 3V LED light source. I'm aware that there's still plenty of room for improvement, so feel free to offer any suggestions in the comments section below. This project is ongoing and will undergo significant changes in the near future. Currently, the transition time is around 1:30 seconds, which seems excessively long. A substantial amount of friction is present, requiring a considerable amount of airflow to initiate spinning. The motor spins faster than necessary as it begins to rotate, suggesting that adjustments need to be made to optimize performance. In an effort to enhance the design's aerodynamics, I've modified a 16-inch propeller from my old octocopter by attaching some Depron material to extend its wings. This will soon be replaced with a printable blade. To further refine this project, I plan on experimenting with different transition designs and incorporating them into the existing setup. The components used in this prototype include: - A 16-inch APC propeller that will eventually be replaced with a printable blade - A piece of shrink tube to secure the propeller to the shaft - An old CD drive closer motor, which generates power but lacks any power measurement capabilities at present - A rubber band acting as a belt to drive the motor - A 3.3-volt RGB LED light source You can view a video demonstration of this project on YouTube by visiting the link below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mn8X9cie0DQ