Hydroelectric system

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1988-08-09

1989-06-27

Shoop, Jr., William M.

Prime-mover dynamo plants

Tide and wave motors

290 42, F03B 1312

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048432490

ABSTRACT:
A system for generating electrical power from sea waves employs a multiplicity of turbine units, preferably disposed in a generally V-shaped array. By properly positioning them with respect to the surface of the water and the direction of wave front progression, and in some instances by providing means for diverting the course to water flow, the turbine wheels are caused to rotate so as to drive associated generators and thereby to produce electric power. A control subsystem automatically adjusts the vertical position of the turbine wheels to accommodate tidal variations.

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patent: 4357543 (1982-11-01), Penn
patent: 4625124 (1986-11-01), Ching-An

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