VATIS UPDATE Article

European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC), the United Kingdom, has redeployed its bespoke integrated monitoring pod for measuring the impact of turbulence on tidal energy devices. The upgraded kit is fitted with an innovative system to enable tidal developers to optimise device design so that technologies can withstand the effects of strong tides and currents.

The sensor system combines standard flow measurement technology (acoustic and electro-magnetic) with novel non-acoustic measurement technology (shear probes). The pod also features Valeport current sensors installed alongside a recovery system developed by Leask Marine, the United Kingdom, which negates the need for divers operating in a tidal situation.