Robust & Economical Hydrokinetic Systems

Clean, reliable,
& cost—effective energy for challenging environments

Adaptide’s novel hydrokinetic system enables cost—effective, reliable, and debris—robust power generation in challenging river and tidal currents.

The system’s variable pitch, Darrieus style turbine enables highly efficient power extraction in low current speeds.

Through intentional application of a turbine which is optimized for surface-piercing operation, the system adapts easily to shallow resources. Operating depth may be easily adjusted, and only power—generating foil surfaces are submerged; all electronics, bearings, and other system components are located above water for maximal reliability and ease of maintenance.

System control is accomplished through vertical actuation of the turbine, enabling constant power output at higher current speeds without excessive structural loading; additional benefits include industry—leading capacity factor, enablement of proactive debris avoidance, and survival of extreme current events.

Scaling is enabled via multiple turbine configurations and/or modular deployment of multiple systems, and commercially available solar and/or wind industry power electronics may be leveraged with minimal modification for seamless microgrid integration.

Multiple deployment options, all prioritizing safe and easy installation, allow customer communities to select an installation method which is best suited for their specific environment and needs.

PATENTS

US 7,791,214

US Application 18/882,163

Second—generation

Turbine Prototype

Third—generation prototype under development