Hydro-VENUS is a hydroelectric generator that generates electricity by vibrating a semi-cylindrical pendulum caused by the flow of water.
Hydro-VENUS
Hydro-VENUS is an acronym for Hydrokinetic Vortex Energy Utilization System.
The Hydro-VENUS generates electricity by slowly oscillating a sturdy pendulum instead of rotating a propeller. The Hydro-VENUS generates electricity by slowly oscillating a sturdy pendulum instead of rotating a propeller, so there is no need to worry. Because it is constantly moving with the tidal current, the Hydro-VENUS requires no fuel and is a weatherproof generator that produces a steady stream of energy.
Tidal currents in the Seto Inland Sea are said to reach a maximum speed of approximately 5 meters per second. By utilizing these tidal currents, we can obtain “domestic energy” from the familiar satoumi at low cost and in an environmentally friendly manner.
Seven advantages of Hydro-VENUS
- Potential to exceed energy acquisition rate and power generation compared to conventional propeller-type tidal power generation.
- Low manufacturing cost due to simple structural design and ease of fabrication.
- The pendulum structure is difficult to break and easy to maintain.
- High nutrient salt agitation effect and control of red tide outbreak can be expected.
- Algae are less likely to become entangled and fish strikes are less likely to occur.
- Can be installed in areas other than suitable locations (deep waters with fast currents). Installation potential is greater than that of other power generation facilities.
- Tidal current power generation is not affected by weather conditions, as is the case with solar and wind power generation.