Oscillating Water Column
Oscillating water column devices use wave action to pressurize air in a chamber, forcing it through an air turbine. As water recedes from the chamber, the resulting vacuum pulls air back through the turbine and into the chamber. They can be located onshore or in deeper waters offshore. The turbine may be coupled to a rotary generator to produce electricity. For more information, refer to the PRIMRE/MRE Basics information on Oscillating Water Columns.
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Last modified: 2025-05-19
