Using
wave power, a renewable resource, to generate electricity could potentially satisfy a large portion of America’s power needs in the future. Despite this great potential, however, critics have pointed out several problems with wave production. The salt in the ocean’s water is very corrosive, which could degrade wave power units and thus increase costs. In addition, harsh sea conditions, including high winds and waves, are common and can damage or even sink equipment.
Eco Wave Power has developed products that are designed to address these problems and last through years of use. The company’s buoys, “The Wave Clapper” and the “Power Wing,” are designed with systems to automatically raise them above sea level during harsh conditions. Protective coatings also protect the buoys from salt water corrosion.
About the Author: David Leb is the founder of Eco Wave Power, a company that develops products to harness the potential benefits of wave power. The company recently entered into an agreement with China’s Ocean University to implement Eco Wave’s technology in that country. In order to learn more about Leb and his company, visit the website at
www.ecowavepower.com.