Economic Analysis and Performance Evaluation of Hydrokinetic Turbines in the Boqueirão Channel

Authors

  • Anna D. Espindola Instituto Federal do Maranhão, MA
  • Osvaldo R. Saavedra Instituto de Energia Elétrica, Universidade Federal do Maranhão, MA
  • Denisson Q. Oliveira Instituto de Energia Elétrica, Universidade Federal do Maranhão, MA
  • Aline M. S. Costa Instituto de Energia Elétrica, Universidade Federal do Maranhão, MA

Keywords:

Hydrokinetic turbine, Boqueirão Channel, Tidal energy, Performance analysis, Economic analysis

Abstract

The energy derived from tidal currents has an intermittent low-frequency nature, but its predictability is ensured due to its correlation with astronomical phenomena. Brazil, with states such as Maranhão, Pará, and Amapá, boasts some of the world’s largest tidal amplitudes, ranging from 6 to 10 meters. This study aims to evaluate the performance of two commercial hydrokinetic turbines, simulating their operation in the Boqueirão Channel. The adopted methodology includes the application of performance metrics, focusing on total energy production. Additionally, an economic analysis was conducted based on the levelized cost of energy.

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Published

2024-10-18

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): CBA2024

Section

Articles