Date of Award
2009
Document Type
Thesis
Publication Status
Version of Record
Submission Date
October 2026
Abstract
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.
Extent
xi, 66 p. : ill. (some col.)
Recommended Citation
Bak, Andrew Spicer, "Coating selection process for Gulf Stream hydroturbines" (2009). Electronic Theses and Dissertations 2000 - 2009. 1634.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_general_5/1634
Identifier
FADT368607
Comments
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.|by Andrew Spicer Bak.