SeaQurrent's TidalKite System generates clean, continuous baseload electricity by harnessing predictable tidal currents. This technology offers a reliable renewable energy source, contributing to a transition towards a fully renewable energy future.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Many renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, are intermittent and dependent on weather conditions, leading to fluctuations in energy supply and challenges in grid stabilization. Conventional tidal energy technologies often have high costs and limited applicability due to velocity and depth requirements.
Solution
SeaQurrent offers the TidalKite system, a patented technology that harnesses the predictable energy of tidal currents to generate continuous, low-cost baseload power. The TidalKite uses underwater kites tethered to a hydraulic energy converter to capture kinetic energy from tidal currents, even in locations with low velocity and shallow water. This system complements intermittent renewables by providing a stable and reliable energy source, optimizing grid efficiency. The TidalKite is designed to be eco-friendly, fully recyclable, and safe for marine environments. TidalKite farms are modular and scalable, allowing for deployment across various tidal segments and maximizing energy harnessing potential while minimizing environmental impact.
Target Audience
SeaQurrent's primary customers are energy providers, grid operators, and municipalities seeking a reliable and sustainable baseload power source, as well as project developers and investors in the renewable energy sector.
Features
- Multi-wing TidalKite design for 3D harnessing of kinetic energy from tidal and ocean currents
- Hydraulic energy converter (PTO) engineered to generate maximum electricity
- Tether cable for transferring kite pulling forces and providing power and data transmission
- Remote monitoring and control system for real-time updates and optimal performance
- Submarine power cable for transporting electricity to shore
- Mooring anchor for system stability
- Fully recyclable and buoyancy neutral kite design
- Flexible depth operation from 10 to 75 meters