Colonize The Ocean : The Mobula 5; Harnessing Tidal Energy at the Blade Tips
The Dutch firm Equinox Ocean Turbines is developing the Mobula, a radical tidal energy system that replaces traditional heavy gearboxes with small generators mounted directly on the blade tips. This unique configuration leverages the high speeds of the outer rotor to produce electricity efficiently, leaving the central hub completely empty of power-generating components. By eliminating central torque, the design allows for cheaper mooring systems instead of permanent seabed foundations, significantly lowering installation costs. Recent open-water testing of a scale model successfully reached…
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