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Morphing blades for tidal turbines: A theoretical study

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  • Pisetta, Gabriele
  • Le Mestre, Robin
  • Viola, Ignazio Maria

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Tidal energy has the potential to significantly contribute to energy security by providing predictable renewable energy.

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  • Pisetta, Gabriele & Le Mestre, Robin & Viola, Ignazio Maria, 2022. "Morphing blades for tidal turbines: A theoretical study," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 183(C), pages 802-819.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:183:y:2022:i:c:p:802-819
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2021.10.085
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