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The introduction of renewable wave energy to the existing power grid

Creator:

Ruthruff, William Arthur

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Wind energy is a cornerstone to the world of renewables. It is widely used in many parts of the world as a clean and effective form of power generation. However, wind power has a number of drawbacks, which limits its use in many regions. Solar power has been used not...

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Honors College Thesis

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Resource Estimates for Oregon …………………………………………………… 5 2 Legend for Wind Power Resource Estimates for
Investigation and comparison of generators for dynamic operation in ocean buoys

Creator:

Schacher, Anthony Clinton

Abstract:

A significantly untapped renewable energy source exists in the world's oceans. It is estimated that if 0.2% of the ocean's untapped energy could be harnessed, it could provide power sufficient for the entire world. Ocean energy extraction is an old concept, and it is currently seeing the benefit of advancing...

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Masters Thesis

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untapped energy could be harnessed, it could provide power sufficient for the entire world. Ocean energy
Development of biomimetic control strategies for the optimal use of renewable sources and energy storage systems

Creator:

Hapke, Hannes Max

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In the year 2007, the worldwide energy consumption accumulated to a total of 16.5 billion MWh. While the resources of conventional energy production cause environmental damage, renewable energy sources like solar or wind power offer a solution to substitute for coal or nuclear generated power. Countries like Denmark and Spain...

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Masters Thesis

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environmental damage, renewable energy sources like solar or wind power offer a solution to substitute for coal