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Ocean thermal energy conversion power plant

US9556857B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 7, 2013
Grant dateJan 31, 2017
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Expiry dateDec 3, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/30
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An offshore power generation structure comprising a submerged portion having a first deck portion comprising an integral multi-stage evaporator system, a second deck portion comprising an integral multi-stage condensing system, a third deck portion housing power generation equipment, cold water pipe; and a cold water pipe connection.

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