Unique Features

The rectangular,wing-shaped pontoon is unique in that it moves both vertically and horizontally; enabling it to capture some of the potential energy in the wave that is a function of the wave height, and in addition, captures some of the energy of motion (kinetic energy) that moves the pontoon horizontally.

The SurfPower pontoons have been designed to be omni-directional, meaning they will function and interact optimally with the waves, regardless of the direction of the waves.

SurfPower is installed in relatively shallow water near the shore (1/4-1km offshore) with the electrical generating equipment located onshore that facilitates connection to the local grid. Further, the onshore location of the electrical generating equipment means the equipment is not subject to storm damage, and provides convenient access for operating and maintenance personnel.

SurfPower automatically remains submerged below average sea level to ensure damage free survival under extreme storm conditions.

Each SurfPower pontoon-pump assembly is completely independent of all others, therefore shutdown of one for servicing does not impact the performance of any others.

SurfPower can be configured to deliver fresh water as a byproduct at a cost that is one half that of typical reverse osmosis desalination plants.

Due to the near shore shallow water installation of SurfPower, the system is not subject to the destructive damage of multi-story high, rogue waves that only exist in deep water.