Power from the Gulf Stream The Potential and Challenges of Developing Blue Energy
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Category
Science / Current Events
Course Description
What is Blue Energy? What is its potential and challenges? This course explores the science of ocean circulation, why there are powerful currents in specific parts of the world, how weather may affect currents and deployed systems, and the potential renewable energy that may be harnessed. The regulatory challenges will be presented, since these, as with terrestrial power systems, may pose significant difficulties to the implementation of offshore power production sites. Examples of prototype systems and ongoing research at Florida Atlantic University will be showcased including graphical representations of oceanographic features and theory, previously developed technologies, and potential solutions to the many challenges of harnessing a major ocean current.Course Info
- Time:12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
- Date: Thursday, December 9
- Location: Friedberg Auditorium, Lifelong Learning Building
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Fees:
Member – $20
Non-member – $25
One-time guest pass, Member or Non-member at the door – $25.
About the Instructor
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William Baxley, P.E. has more than 30 years of experience in ocean engineering and offshore operations, including 16 years as a U.S. Navy test engineer and diving officer. He has been involved in all aspects of ocean technology, including all class of underwater vehicles, advanced diving operations, and deployment/recovery operations of large complex systems. He is proficient in finite element cable and structure modeling and is active in several design projects for ocean energy and academic research projects. He currently serves as Chief Engineer for Florida Atlantic University’s Southeast National Marine Renewable Energy Center (SNMREC). He is responsible for the overall planning, operation, and maintenance of an offshore ocean energy test facility, and all technical support for center users.
Upcoming programs presented by William Baxley.
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