The EEL Tidal Energy Converter
An innovative solution
Energy conversion by an undulating membrane.
- The EEL membrane optimizes energy transfer by coupling fluid flow with an undulating structure.
- Operation: The membrane undulates under moving fluid pressure. This periodic motion is transformed into electricity by an electromechanical system.
- Energy is converted along the whole length of the membrane surface.
- A monitoring loop ensures optimized energy conversion in response to changes in flow conditions and power transmitted.
- Worldwide patented technology.
A tidal machine with promising performance.
Technological advantages of the EEL Tidal Energy Converter.
- High power production possible (5MW).
- No Betz limit. Betz' law limits turbine energy conversion up to 59.3%.
- No cavitation problems.
- Undergoes low drag force.
- Reduced dimension compared to captured power.
- Machine adapts to flow velocity for optimized operation.
- Energy is converted directly into electricity on the machine.
- Low start up velocity (0.7 m/s).
- Automatically orientates in accordance with current direction, thus capturing 100% of the current.
- High density of units per area in harvest farm.
- Installation near coasts possible, reducing transmission costs.
- Many potential applications.
Prototype tested with industrial production scheduled for 2020.
Available all over the world
A Technology applied to all types of aquatic current.
Operating on a Global Scale.
A more effective technology than the conventional turbine
Comparative Sea Current Profile Zone
The French coastline from Bretagne to the Nord Pas de Calais
Zones accessible to Turbines
Zones accessible to EEL®ENERGY
North of the Irish Sea including Northern Ireland and the Isle of Islay region
Zones accessible to Turbines
Zones accessible to EEL®ENERGY