Energy converting structures in the Southern Brazilian Shelf: Energy conversion and its influence on the hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes

This study is a preliminary investigation into the influence of the installation of energy converters in the Southern Brazilian Shelf (SBS) and possible modifications in the natural hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes. The study is based on the application of a three-dimensional numerical model to simulate hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes. The energy converting structures are represented in specific points along the continental shelf using the turbine concept. The results indicate that coastal currents could be used for the

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