SDE Sea Wave
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SDE Sea Wave is a type of renewable energy power plant technology utilizing sea wave energy for the production of electricity.
Overview
[edit]SDE Sea Wave technology is developed by the Israeli company S.D.E. Energy LTD. It harnesses the kinetic energy generated by sea waves to produce electricity. This technology aims to provide a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional fossil fuels.
Technology
[edit]The system consists of horizontal buoys, with one end attached to a breakwater or another sea-based structure. These buoys move vertically in response to sea waves, creating mechanical motion that presses on a hydraulic liquid. The hydraulic system then converts this energy into circular motion, driving an electricity generator to produce power. The innovation lies in the system's self-correcting mechanism, which allows the buoys to flip over in large waves and wait for calmer conditions to reset, enhancing durability. Only 10% of the system's components are submerged, reducing exposure to corrosive sea water.[1]
Development and Projects
[edit]S.D.E. Energy LTD has built and tested twelve different models of its wave energy system. A notable full-scale model was deployed at Jaffa Port near Tel Aviv, producing 40 kW of electricity for a year.[2]
In March 2010, S.D.E. Energy LTD announced plans to build a 250 kW model in the port of Jaffa and to develop a 100 MW power plant in locations such as the islands of Kosrae, Micronesia, and Zanzibar.
Future Plans
[edit]The company is actively seeking to expand its technology to new regions and increase the capacity of its wave energy systems. Future projects aim to enhance the scalability and efficiency of the technology, making it a viable solution for large-scale renewable energy production.
References
[edit]- ^ Ser, Sam. "Making Waves," Jerusalem Post, retrieved April 18, 2008.
- ^ "SDE has Finalized the Construction of the First Sea Wave Power Plant in Jaffa Port, Israel".
