Rubber 'Snake' Could Help Wave Power Get A Bite Of The Energy Market
Thursday, July 3, 2008 - 12:07
in Physics & Chemistry
A device consisting of a giant rubber tube may hold the key to producing affordable electricity from the energy in sea waves. Named after the snake of the same name because of its long thin shape, the Anaconda is closed at both ends and filled completely with water. It is designed to be anchored just below the sea's surface, with one end facing the oncoming waves.