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Wave Energy Harnessing Device |
Category: Sustainable Technology |
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Michael Raftery
Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ US
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Entered: 07/24/2007
Patented or Patent Pending
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We have developed a device to harness ocean waves to generate electricty. Our main advantage over existing technologies is our patent-pending spring-rewind cabel reel system. Our cable reel system does not have limited stroke like the existing piston, linear magnet, and oscillating water column systems. We can use a buoy or any other floating object on the sea surface to drive our system. We can also lower our generator housing to the sea floor where it is safe from storms. The system is modular so thousands of units can be place offshore, out of sight from the beach, and produce enough power to replace nuclear or conventional fossil fuel power plants in average seas off the Northeast or West coasts of the United States.
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Meet the Entrant, Michael Raftery
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Contact Email: michael.raftery@stevens.edu |
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Association: Stevens Institute of Technology |
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Profession: Engineer/Designer |
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Number of times entering contest previously: 0
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Design Tools:
Pencil and Paper
Physical models
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Software used:
SolidWorks
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Michael's favorite design tool:
Pencil and paper are my favorite design tools. They allow for quick and easy changes.
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Michael's hobbies and activities:
mechanical design, scuba diving, snow skiing
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What role does Michael believe product design plays in creating a better future?
a great design can solve many human problems including the global energy crisis and potable water crisis.
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