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Researchers Test Shape-Shifting Rubber Tidal Blades
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Engineers from the University of Edinburgh and Michelin tested a 1.26-meter model turbine with flexible rubber blades at the FloWave Ocean Energy Research Facility. The design reduced rapid load fluctuations by up to 29% while matching energy output of conventional turbines.
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