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Scientists at the University of Michigan have come up with a device that they call Vivace (vortex induced vibrations for aquatic clean energy). Inspired by the way fish swim, this eco-wonder is believed to create vortices, which push and pull the cylinder inside it, thus generating electricity. Reserachers claim that this method is more effective and [...]

Water currents previously believed to mutilate docks, oil rigs and coastal buildings will now light them up with their energy. Thanks to Michael Bernitsas, creator of VIVACE (Vortex Induced Vibrations for Aquatic Clean Energy) and a professor in the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Department at the University of Michigan, the slow-moving river [...]