Methods and apparatus for ocean thermal energy conversion using

Details Methods and apparatus for ocean thermal energy conversion using Methods and apparatus for ocean thermal energy conversion using

1987-06-05

1988-11-01

Husar, Stephen F.

Power plants

Utilizing natural heat

With natural temperature differential

60648, 60649, 60673, F03G 704

Patent

active

047810297

ABSTRACT:
Methods and apparatus for ocean thermal energy conversion using metal hydride heat exchangers to power a turbine by desorbing and absorbing hydrogen gas. Heat exchangers are alternatively floated to the ocean surface to warm the metal hydride bed or sunk to the bottom to cool the bed. The turbine powers an electric generator which produces electricity which may be utilized directly, stored in a superconducting magnet, used to desalinate water, or used to power the electrolysis of water in order to produce hydrogen for use as a fuel.

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