Oyster wave energy converter
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oyster-wave-energy-converter-305-1193067
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Oyster wave energy converter
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The Oyster was a hydro-electric wave energy device that used the motion of ocean waves to generate electricity. It was made up of a Power Connector Frame (PCF), which is bolted to the seabed, and a Power Capture Unit (PCU). The PCU is a hinged buoyant flap that moves back and forth with movement of the waves. The movement of the flap drives two hydraulic pistons that feed high-pressured water to an onshore hydro-electric turbine, which drives a generator to make electricity. Oyster was stationed
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Hydro-electric generator using wave energy
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oyster_wave_energy_converter
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2024-02-17T00:57:10Z
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