Abstract
This paper explains how increased solar radiation from Space Light systems can enhance Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC), ocean kelp farming, sea-food production and rejuvenation of polluted oceans. Space Light Reflectors focused on OTEC sites can enhance ocean thermal energy conversion by increasing the temperature difference between surface waters and the cold ocean depths. In conjunction with nutrient-rich water from ocean upwelling pipes, Space Light can stimulate the growth of phytoplankton on which commercially valuable fish feed. Efficient integration of these space and ocean systems can produce energy and restore life to polluted oceans.
Keywords
Ocean thermal energy conversionUpwellingEnvironmental sciencePhytoplanktonOceanographyDeep ocean waterSea surface temperatureSolar energySeawaterNutrientGeologyEcology
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- 1985
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- 1290-1295
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J. Klassi
(1985).
Environmental enhancement of the oceans by increased solar radiation from space.
, 1290-1295.
https://doi.org/10.1109/oceans.1985.1160211
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- 10.1109/oceans.1985.1160211