Poseidon
Concept and technology
Poseidon is based on a hydraulic power take-off system. It is designed for location offshore in areas with considerable flux and has a significantly higher installed effect, efficiency and energy production compared to other wave energy systems.
Some of the innovative technological features leading to Poseidon's positive results are:
- The dynamical ballasting of the floats
- The profile of the floats
- The anchor system
- The steadiness of the plant
- The possibility of integration of other sustainable energy production technologies
- The offshore location
Floats
The float absorbs the inherent energy from the waves, and by use of a double function piston pump it transforms the energy from the wave into water pressure that is then sent through a turbine, thus generating electricity. The unique form of the float ensures maximum absorption of the wave energy and has been determined through engineering design and several tests.
Anchor buoy
Platform
Poseidon utilizes and absorbs the inherent energy from the waves, thereby reducing the height of the waves significantly and creating calm waters behind the front of the plant making the platform easy accessible eg. for maintenance purposes.
Through the Poseidon concept, FPP combines known and mature technologies in a completely new setting and opens up the possibility for the wind industry to capture the wind energy within deep water environments, by utilizing a floating platform as foundation for wind turbines.
The wind turbine itself will be standard offshore wind turbines.
