Tidal Turbines - SeaUrchin Technology

   
    The SeaUrchin is an advanced, second generation marine turbine capable of harnessing the vast kinetic energy available from ocean streams, tides and river flows. 

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Technological highlights include: 
Reliability 
 The SeaUrchin operates with a single moving part, enhancing reliability in marine environments and minimising maintenance; 

Power
 The SeaUrchin is scalable from 1kW up to 10 MW, extending well beyond the natural limit of competing marine technologies; 

Efficiency
 The SeaUrchin is more powerful and efficient than competing marine technologies; 

Strength The SeaUrchin is designed to withstand the huge physical and corrosive forces in marine environments;

Materials
 The SeaUrchin is constructed from proven low cost materials and components commonly used by composite and electrical generator manufacturers making it particularly suitable for mass production;

Scalability
 The inherent strength of the SeaUrchin allows production of very large turbines, potentially delivering up to 20MW of electricity (in tandem 10MW configuration);

Adaptability
 The SeaUrchin is able to generate large amounts of power from tidal currents, ocean streams and rivers;

Flexibility 
 The generator is capable of transmitting electricity as DC, AC or HVDC; 

Simplicity
 The generator operates as direct drive eliminating the need for a gearbox and reducing maintenance; 

Modularity
 Arrays of SeaUrchins can be installed to create large power stations, improving commercial viability; 

Controllability 
 Designed to incorporate sophisticated control systems allowing remote monitoring and maintenance from anywhere in the world.