Shark Fin Design Helps Generate Electricity

May 21, 2008 · Filed Under News, Technology 

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Sometimes looking and observing nature can give us clues and answers on how to live our lives.

A company called bioPOWER designed the bioSTREAM a tidal power conversion system that is based on the shape of fish fins. In particular the shape of tuna, mackerel and shark fins is used by bioSTREAM. The undersea currents and tidal movements push these fins and provide motion to the electrical generator.

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One Response to “Shark Fin Design Helps Generate Electricity”

  1. lam on May 22nd, 2008 6:58 pm

    nice!

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