Vortex power

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Vortex power is a form of hydro power which generates energy by placing obstacles in rivers in order to cause the formation of vortices which can then be tapped for energy.

This method is pioneered by a team at the University of Michigan who call the technology VIVACE which stands for Vortex Induced Vibrations Aquatic Clean Energy.

The company Vortex Hydro Power has been created to commercialise the technology.

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• New Scientist 12 April 2008, No2651
• University of Michigan Research
• Blue Power: Turning Tides into Electricity
• DWCPA Currents - August 2007
• Michigan Daily - Prof. turns vibrations into electricity
• Vortex Hydro Energy