SeaGen Technology
The SeaGen tidal technology is derived from a pedigree of over 20 years continuous leading edge research and development experience. The SeaGen system has been designed with a philosophy of reliability and efficiency being paramount combined with a solid and conservative design approach.
Key design features of the SeaGen technology include:
- axial flow rotors that drive a generator via a gearbox - much like a hydro-electric turbine or a wind turbine
- pitch controlled rotors – optimise tidal energy harvest and minimise forces acting on the structure
- blades positioned in the top third of the water column where tidal flow is fastest
- rated power is achieved in tidal currents > 2.4m/s
- electrical infrastructure within support structure provides grid compliant electricity with no need for external power conditioning
- support structure that enables the turbines to be raised out of the water - for ease of maintenance
Key advantages of the SeaGen technology are:
- Extensively tested
- Proven performance
- Maximised energy capture
- Low O&M cost and High availability
- Fully grid compliant
- Environmentally assessed
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