> I thought it would be interesting to have a windmill with an RPM > detector on it. > > As I understand it, something as simple as an incandescent light bulb > across the switch. When there is no light, close the switch. :) But the light would light whether the windmill is going faster or slower than the synchronous speed... So, I think an independent RPM measurement is required. Harold --=20 FCC Rules Updated Daily at http://www.hallikainen.com - Advertising opportunities available! Not sent from an iPhone. --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .