Underwater structures
US8459945B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 11, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 9, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An underwater structure includes a power generation apparatus and a supporting structure. A coupling is provided that allows attachment of the power generating device to the submerged support structure. The coupling incorporates the function of a yaw bearing allowing rotation of the power generating apparatus about a substantially vertical axis.
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