Tidal Sails TackReach

Following years of additional testing and improvements, the 3rd generation “TackReach” came about in 2015. Returning to the two-station setup, TackReach was presented as a “Self-Adjustable and Variable Pitch Sail Control System”; PCT/NO2012/050178 was boldly implemented in our new TackReach prototype, which was grid-connected in Skjoldastraumen in 2016. The diagonal orientation of the plant in the current was key to ensuring appropriate spacing between the two sail legs, as the tacking sails generated substantially more sideways pull.

Technology Developer

Tidal Sails AS

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Device Status

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

Inactive

Technology Type

Oscillating Hydrofoil

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

False

Estimated TRL

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

TRL Last updated: 8 November 2016

6

Energy Resource

Ocean Current

Water Column Position

Last Modified

5 June 2025

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