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Wind has powered parts of the planet for a very long time, and was in the minds of science writers of the '40's - envisioning harnessing constant winds at higher altitudes. Wind power today is taking many forms from huge skyscrapers to strange looking devices high in the altitude where there is constant wind flow.
Today's designers have their sights set on more elaborate designs. This link is a great source of wind energy innovation - past and present!
http://www.mywindpowersystem.com/2009/05/the-most-amazing-wind-turbines-designs/