Flowing water energy device
US8007231B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 17, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
This device transforms the energy of flowing water into useable energy and includes one or more flow diversion structures, one or more paddlewheels, and one or more generators. A gearbox or transmission may be added to increase the rotational speed of the generators. A subsea cable can be included to transmit the electrical energy from device to shore.
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