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Development of a 3-D dynamic tidal current model that allows
fast and accurate analysis of power density for exact
determination of the best sites for turbines. This
model can be applied to any coastal site in the world with
reasonably accurate bathymetric data for the site.
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Validation of the model using Acoustic Doppler Current
Profilers deployed at three stations in the channel;
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Realistic and verifiable determination of the actual amount
of renewable energy that can be produced by tidal turbines
throughout the entire year and all tidal cycles;
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Survey of all turbine developers who could be contacted and
comparative analysis of the designs and potential
effectiveness;
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Design of a new hydroacoustic monitoring systems for turbine
arrays to detect fish and other objects in the turbine
field, useful for both baseline condition assessment and for
real-time monitoring of turbines;
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Invention of a new ducted turbine design that is more
efficient that other designs and also safe for fish and
marine mammals;
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Invention and design of a floating platform for easy
deployment of full-size turbines to be tested in the current
below the platform;
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Comprehensive environmental and other permit analysis
including costs and schedules;
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Comprehensive economic analysis incorporating regulatory and
market scenarios;
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Development of a strategy for ongoing funding of tidal power
demonstration projects;
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Delivered the final report to the client on time and on
budget.
