TidalTitan is an innovative modular construction beam designed to integrate wave energy generation into oceanic infrastructure. Engineered for applications such as oil rigs, research stations, piers, and docks, TidalTitan features a sleek, pillar-like design that provides structural support while simultaneously generating renewable energy. The system utilizes a buoy connected to internal magnets, which move vertically with ocean waves, passing through a coil to induce an electric current. Our showcase demonstrates this mechanism in a controlled wave tank, where waves are generated using an Arduino-powered servo system driving a 3D-printed plate. As the global demand for sustainable energy solutions grows, TidalTitan presents a groundbreaking approach to embedding renewable power generation within essential marine structures. By transforming wave motion into electricity, TidalTitan offers a sustainable, resilient, and efficient energy source for offshore environments, paving the way for a cleaner, greener future.
Graham Maeder
Mikael Choi
Nathan Asfaw
Nico Mayoral
Rhys Ceron
Advisor: Marcus Twyford