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List the basic parts and a tidal stream generator and explain how it produces electrical power.
 
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During one week there was cloud cover for 40 of the time and bright sun for the rest. The irradiance averaged 200 W/m2 during cloud cover and 1000 W/m2 during bright sun. Determine the average irradiance for the week.
 
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Answer to Question 1

Tidal stream generators use a turbine, which is anchored in moving water, to turn a gearbox and generator. The natural flow of water causes the turbine blades to rotate and drive the gearbox. A shaft connects the output to the generator.

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Average irradiance = 0.4(200 W/m2) + 0.6(1000 W/m2) = 680 W/m2 (during sunlight hours




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Reply 2 on: Jul 26, 2018
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