Abstract
The paper presents an investigation into the application of a magnetically geared Pseudo Direct Drive (PDD) electrical machine in a floating tethered 6kW, 100rpm marine current turbine. The turbine is designed to harness the energy from ocean currents, in regions with relatively high-speed water flows at depths that are a long distance from the seabed and cannot be economically exploited by conventional fixed turbines. The marine current turbine is a robust, easy to service and cost-effective solution for regions with variable or fixed sea depth of more than 60 metres. The paper presents the electromagnetic design and analysis of the PDD generator, and predicted performance such as efficiency, which is compared with dynamometer measurements on a prototype PDD generator. Furthermore, test results on a demonstrator marine turbine in a towing tank are also presented.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
