VIVACE (IMAGE)

University of Michigan

VIVACE

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VIVACE, a new concept in hydrokinetic energy, can harness energy from "vortex-induced vibrations" in slow-moving ocean and river currents. Vortices in the fluid flow move the device, which is passive. A vortex can be seen in this photo.

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Scott Galvin

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