Harnessing Endless ocean energy to Deliver Persistent, onboard power to Autonomous Systems at sea
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Our Subsea Energy Recharging Platform Enabled by Nanogenerator Technology (SERPENT) generates electricity from ocean waves and currents to power autonomous systems such as maritime sensors, underwater vehicles, and communication relays. By providing onboard energy directly to these systems, SERPENT aims to extend their deployment duration, reduce the logistical burden of energy resupply, and minimize their risk of being lost at sea.
An Ocean of Opportunity
A critical link exists between autonomy and power demand. As at-sea technologies grow in scale and capability, so does the need for reliable, persistent energy to support them. For defense applications, this is essential for supporting mission endurance, stealth, and operations in contested environments. In the commercial sector, power at sea enables continuous, long-range monitoring for catching issues early. Only one energy resource is viable for meeting this demand - the ocean itself. SERPENT directly addresses this need by providing continuous energy to subsea systems using the unwavering power of the ocean.
A Paradigm Shift iN Energy Conversion
SERPENT harvests energy using our novel Polar Ionic Nanogenerators (PINGs), a new type of Distributed Embedded Energy Converter Technology (DEEC-tec) that reimagines ocean power generation with small, interconnected electronic devices. Like cells within a solar panel, PINGs are designed to operate in tandem to produce a modular, onboard energy converter system.
Developed with support from the U.S. Department of Energy, PINGs capture small-scale movements entirely underwater to generate power for autonomous maritime systems. Their redundant design is highly scalable and offers a low maintenance solution to provide resiliency in harsh ocean conditions.
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