Seadamp FX is
the wave energy recovery system for floating pontoons and breakwaters with zero
impact on the marine environment thanks to recyclable materials and biodegradable
oils inside. Seadamp FX integrates perfectly into port ecosystems, preserving
the landscape and visible areas as it is installed on the anchor line to the
seabed.
The device
synergistically combines progressive elastic components, a hydraulic piston
with moving valves and a linear alternating motion conversion system that moves
internal generators to produce energy.
As well as producing significant amounts of electricity, Seadamp FX optimizes the port or marina's energy production and monitors consumption, thanks to its integrated smart IoT connectivity.
Seares has
developed three types of anchoring and mooring systems for ports, but
undoubtedly, the most interesting is the Seadamp FX.
Some of its
most important features are:
•
Recovering
green energy from wave motion;
•
Enable
the management and optimization of energy production (multiple Seadamp FX
interconnected) and consumption of the entire port thanks to the integrated
smart IoT connectivity;
•
Ensure
high stability of any floating bodies;
Seadamp FX is
hi-tech as it has an integrated IoT system able to provide:
•
Real-time
data acquisition;
•
GSM
connectivity;
•
Remote
anchorage management;
•
Remote
energy production management.
The Seadamp
FX systems and their IoT smart grid are rightfully among the devices that can
enable ports to make the real digital transition for “the next level harbors 4.0”.
Estimated
energy production
In addition
to being able to install Seadamp FX on existing floating structures, Seares can
also supply specialized floats capable of producing higher amounts of energy.
We can
estimate per linear stretch of installation (e.g. 50 meters in length, where
modules with dimensions: 6 meters long, 4 meters wide and 4 meters high, installed
in series) an energy production up to 100kW at sea force 3 and up to 1MW at sea
force 5.
Unlike other competing devices, our technology can also be installed on existing floating docks within the port with an estimated production of up to 4kW for every 5 meters of floating dock (breakwater).
The aim of
the system is to provide the energy necessary to meet part of the port's needs.
Thanks to the modularity of the Seadamp FX it is possible to vary the energy
production according to specific needs.
The buoyancy
force due to the oscillation of the wave drives the Seadamp FX modules, allowing
the conversion of energy through the mechatronic system.
Each existing individual pontoons anchor line can produce >1Kw of power depending on sea conditions.
All our energy recovery systems can be complemented by a battery storage system that can provide energy when the aquaculture plant needs it.
Green Products
Seadamp FX
modules are completely watertight and the total amount of oil contained within
them, necessary also for lubrication, is 100% biodegradable in less than 2
weeks. A factor of interest should there be any malfunction or long-term wear.
Visual Impact
In terms of
environmental and visual impact, Seadamp FX, unlike other equipment, are
non-invasive and have zero visual impact as the only visible element is at most
the jetty or floating breakwater. Other noteworthy benefits are the
preservation of the seascape and their total silence in operation at any power
speed, guaranteeing the absence of noise pollution, a source of disturbance to
marine wildlife.
Maintenance
Unlike other
systems, Seadamp FX requires minimal maintenance as it is designed and
manufactured to last in the marine environment. Being completely watertight,
the internal system is isolated from the corrosive action of the sea and marine
vegetation, ensuring reliability and durability.
Anchorage
The Seadamp FX can be installed in deep water areas
without any problems using a mobile anchor system, thus avoiding the difficult
and expensive process of anchoring to the seabed.
Sensors
The Seadamp
FX has a built-in IoT system that allows it to monitor the status of the
anchorage, energy production and to vary the damping capacity, thus increasing
energy production.
Seares is able to integrate
all types of systems and sensors into the Seadamp FX based on customer
requirements. Thanks to the integrated IoT system, we are able to monitor,
capture and manage all types of data remotely.
Founded in 2018 in Pisa, in the heart of
Tuscany, Seares Srl designs and manufactures its products entirely in Italy.
Seares has an experienced, articulate and
cohesive core development team made up of engineers with nautical, energy and
mechatronics skills, technical direction and project management of research and
development projects. Furthermore, young skills have recently been added to the
technical team to internalize production, related quality control and all
R&D activities.
To
date, the company's organizational chart consists of:
- Giorgio
Cucé, CEO and aerospace engineer, inventor of the technology behind the patents
- Davide
Mazzini (PhD), who has technical responsibility for R&D activities;
- Corrado
Taviani, who has project management and organizational development
responsibilities;
- Emanuele Biagi, mechanical engineer,
carries out design work
- Sandro Frediani, electronics and
telecommunications expert (>15 years' experience) for mechatronic component
production and quality management;
- Giuliano Ferri, a skilled worker in the
production and construction quality department.
Seares relies on important collaborations for the development and design of IoT systems, thus being able to guarantee scalability and quality for each project.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
info@seares.it