Coating selection process for Gulf Stream hydroturbines

• Other Authors: Bak, Andrew Spicer.
• Format: Others
• Language: English
• Published: Florida Atlantic University
• Subjects: Hydraulic turbines > Materials > Testing; Hydraulic turbines > Gulf Stream > Materials > Testing; Coatings > Thermal properties; Protective coatings
• Online Access: http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/368607

The study addresses the coating selection for a proposed placement of a hydroturbine into the Gulf Stream. The turbine will generate energy in a similar manner to a wind turbine. The effects of biofouling and corrosion in the current project are assessed. A review of different types of traditional paint coatings is given, as well as the option for a copper-nickel alloy. Testing that should be undertaken for the coating selection is described in detail. Coating considerations are offered and discussed. Design considerations and modifications are also offered. === by Andrew Spicer Bak. === Vita. === Thesis (M.S.C.S.)--Florida Atlantic University, 2009. === Includes bibliography. === Electronic reproduction. Boca Raton, Fla., 2009. Mode of access: World Wide Web.