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Air engine

Patent ·
OSTI ID:7357653
An apparatus for utilizing the power generated by the rise and fall of ocean tides is disclosed. A tidal chamber is provided wherein the rise of the tide creates pressure within the tidal chamber, the pressure then being transported to actuate a usable power device. As the tide falls, a partial vacuum is created within the tidal chamber, the partial vacuum also being used to operate the power mechanism. 4 claims, 3 drawing figures.
Assignee:
TIC; ERA-02-000531; EDB-76-079530
Patent Number(s):
US 3925986
OSTI ID:
7357653
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English