Aquantis AQ Turbine

The AQ Series turbines by Aquantis convert the kinetic energy of either gyre or tidal ocean currents to electric power for submarine transmission to the land-based power grid. The turbines integrate power generating technology with a stable spar buoy vessel, moored to anchors on the seabed. The power generating system is driven by an upstream rotor with variable pitch blades. The rotor sweep is well below the surface. Surface entry to access all systems enables safe operation and maintenance. Aquantis has nine patents issued and three in process.

Technology Developer

Aquantis Inc

Additional Information

Device Website

Device Status Is the device actively being developed or is available for purchase (active)? Or has development or support ended (inactive)?

Inactive

Technology Type

Axial Flow Turbine

Power Take-Off Mechanism that converts the motion of the prime mover into a useful form of energy such as electricity, learn more

Direct Drive Generator

Surface Expression

True

Estimated TRL Estimated Technology Readiness Level scale from 1 to 9 with 9 being the most mature technology

TRL Last updated: 15 April 2022

4

Energy Resource

Tidal

Water Column Position

Last Modified

2 July 2025

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“Aquantis AQ Turbine.” Marine Energy Projects Database: Devices, PRIMRE, United States Department of Energy, https:https://openei.org/wiki/PRIMRE/Databases/Projects_Database/Devices/Aquantis_AQ_Turbine. Accessed <day> <monthRoman> <year>.

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Aquantis AQ Turbine

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