Crucial Phase Oyster Installation Completed12/08/2009 |
| Aquamarine Power has just completed the first phase of the Oyster wave energy capturing device deployment at the European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC) at Billia Croo in Orkney (UK). The 194-tonne full scale device was lowered onto its seabed subframe and bolted in place. |
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The next step will be to connect the Oyster to sub-sea pipelines which will deliver high-pressure fresh water to an onshore turbine ahead of grid connection and sea trials later this year. Oyster has minimal moving parts and all electrical components are onshore, making it robust enough to withstand the rigours of Scotland's harsh seas.
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