A UK-based inventor is offering for license a small wind turbine design that uses proven technology based on high lift aircraft wing designs and commercially proven small turbine generators. The technology called Combined Augmentation Turbine Technology or CATT comprises a conventional horizontal axis propeller rotating within a short aerodynamic duct. The key to the technology is a unique method of controlling airflow through the duct, such that its performance is guaranteed in any wind regime. This results in a modern version of a ducted turbine suitable for use in built up areas where wind quality and speed is variable and generally lower (typically 3 to 7 m/s) than on wind farm sites (8 to 10m/s). The CATT duct configuration is designed to ‘process’ the veering and slightly turbulent winds into a smoother air flow which generates up to 70% more torque and power generating capability than from the propeller alone. The speed of the propeller is controlled by turning the duct horizontally, such that noise, wear and safety issues are minimized. In comparison to non-ducted turbines, the inventor claims that CATT operates in moderate wind speeds, is less sensitive to wind velocity/quality, runs quieter and requires lower cost blades. This is a short news story only. Visit www.re-focus.net for the latest renewable energy industry news.