20240011459. IMPROVED POWER GENERATING APPARATUS simplified abstract (Orbital Marine Power Limited)

IMPROVED POWER GENERATING APPARATUS

Organization Name

Orbital Marine Power Limited

Inventor(s)

William Annal of Kirkwall Orkney Islands (GB)

Jonathan Meason of Kirkwall Orkney Islands (GB)

IMPROVED POWER GENERATING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240011459 titled 'IMPROVED POWER GENERATING APPARATUS

Simplified Explanation

The disclosed patent application describes a power generating apparatus that extracts energy from flowing water. The apparatus consists of a buoyancy vessel and a turbine assembly connected to the buoyancy vessel. The turbine assembly includes a turbine rotor mounted to a nacelle and a support structure. The support structure has an open structure with at least one void that allows water to flow through. It is pivotally coupled to the buoyancy vessel at vertically spaced connection locations and to the nacelle at its outboard end. The turbine assembly can move between a first position, where the nacelle is fully submerged below the water surface, and a second position, where at least part of the nacelle projects above the water surface.

• The power generating apparatus extracts energy from flowing water.
• It includes a buoyancy vessel and a turbine assembly.
• The turbine assembly consists of a turbine rotor, a nacelle, and a support structure.
• The support structure has an open structure with at least one void for water to flow through.
• The support structure is pivotally coupled to the buoyancy vessel and the nacelle.
• The turbine assembly can move between a fully submerged position and a partially above-water position.

Potential applications of this technology:

• Renewable energy generation from flowing water sources such as rivers, streams, and tidal currents.
• Offshore power generation in coastal areas with strong water currents.
• Integration with existing hydroelectric power plants to enhance energy production.
• Power generation in remote areas with access to flowing water.

Problems solved by this technology:

• Harnesses the kinetic energy of flowing water to generate electricity.
• Provides a flexible and adjustable turbine assembly that can adapt to changing water conditions.
• Enables power generation in areas where traditional hydroelectric dams are not feasible.
• Reduces reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation.

Benefits of this technology:

• Utilizes a renewable energy source, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impact.
• Provides a scalable and modular power generation solution.
• Can be deployed in various water environments, increasing the potential for widespread adoption.
• Offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional hydroelectric power plants.
• Enhances energy security by diversifying the energy mix.

Original Abstract Submitted

disclosed herein is a power generating apparatus for extracting energy from flowing water. the apparatus comprises a buoyancy vessel, and a turbine assembly coupled to the buoyancy vessel. the turbine assembly comprises a turbine rotor mounted to a nacelle, and a support structure. the support structure comprises an open structure defining at least one void configured to provide a passage for water to flow through. the support structure is pivotally coupled at its inboard end to the buoyancy vessel at at least two vertically spaced connection locations and at its outboard end to the nacelle. the turbine assembly is pivotally moveable between a first position and a second position. when the power generating apparatus is floating on a body of water, in the first position the nacelle is fully submerged below the water surface; and in the second position at least a part of the nacelle is projects above the water surface.