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CAPTURING TIDAL ENERGY

This project focuses on the development and testing of tidal turbine technologies aimed at harnessing tidal current energy in Maine. Featuring three twin turbine installations, including one elevated for maintenance, we utilize a dynamometer to measure drag forces on turbines while generating power curves from scaled models. Our goal is to further research tidal turbines as a sustainable energy source in the region, contributing to cleaner energy solutions while maximizing the potential of Maine's tidal waters.

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CAPTURING TIDAL ENERGY

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  1. CAPTURING TIDAL ENERGY Seen here is an array of three twin turbine tidal current energy installations with the center installation raised for maintenance

  2. Probable Project Locations * Data obtained from a 2006 EPRI TISEC project report Western Passage Potential Tidal Power Generation in Maine Source:http://www.skypic.com Castine Harbor/Bagaduce Narrows Source: http://apollo.ogis.state.me.us/maps/

  3. Tidal Turbine Test Apparatus • VISION: • To complete the ground work necessary to begin Tidal Turbine research for application as an alternative energy source in the State of Maine APPARATUS Dynamometer for Drag Force on the Turbine OBJECTIVE: To develop re-applicable Power Curves of scaled down models of Tidal Turbines. Streamlined Keel • The apparatus will be bolted underneath the movable carriage to model tidal flow past the turbine in the 100’ Wave Tank. Apparatus Housing of instrumentation

  4. Test Setup Shown here is a rendering of a turbine prototype in the tow tank (minus the carriage)

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