Elongated hydropower generation employing linear electric generation
US8736095B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 25, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/30
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A linear hydro-kinetic power generation system generates electrical power from low head water, such as rivers or irrigation channels. The linear hydro-kinetic power generation system includes a paddle system configured to travel in a continuous loop when acted upon by the low-head water. The linear hydro-kinetic power generation system also includes a linear electric power generation subsystem configured to generate electricity as the paddles travel along the continuous loop.
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