SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR TIDAL ENERGY CONVERSION AND ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION

摘要

Assemblies systems, and methods are disclosed for generating energy from natural forces and, more particularly, to energy generation using tidal action. A tidal energy conversion assembly includes a displacement vessel housing a directional converter that is coupled to an electrical power generator. The tidal energy conversion assembly further includes an anchor cable having a first end, a second end connected to the directional converter, and a length in between the first end and the second end. The anchor cable may be threaded through an anchor at a stationary location, such as a sea floor. The rising, falling, and/or drag forces of the tide cause a change in the length of the anchor cable thus exerting a force on the directional converter. The directional converter converts this force into rotational energy that may be harnessed by the electrical power generator to generate electricity for consumption.

主权项

1. A tidal energy conversion assembly comprising:
a displacement vessel supporting a directional converter that is coupled to a generator; and an anchor cable having a first end, a second end, and a length in between the first end and the second end, wherein the second end is connected to the directional converter and the anchor cable is connected to a stationary location; wherein said displacement vessel is spaced from the stationary location at a first distance, and wherein the directional converter activates said generator to generate electricity when the displacement vessel changes its position relative to the stationary location.