The Energy Systems Research Team at the University of Strathclyde is developing a contra-rotating marine current turbine with integral power take off. Using patented new rotor technology this design enables more energy to be delivered from the flowing stream while reducing mechanical complexity.
Compared to existing turbines of similar dimensions contra-rotating rotors are more efficient, yield a higher power output, and reduce the environmental impact associated with the downstream disturbance of the seabed and aquaculture.
Some of its features which might make it attractive for the aquaculture industry are its reduced environmental impacts, low maintenance and that there is no expensive piled seabed structure requirement.
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Sustainable Aquaculture Management
The national institue of Norway “Teknologisk Institutt AS” is working on a similar turbine with a bias towards cost-effectiveness. More information can be found at http://k145.wip.no/wip4/projects.epl?subcat=2889&cat=2887
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