Abstract: Disclosed herein is a compound device (a “modular power-producing network”, or “power net”) for the purpose of transducing the energy in ocean waves into electrical energy. The invention first pressurizes ocean water (or a suitable alternative hydraulic fluid) into at least one storage chamber with a compressible air pocket, employing at least one float (responding to oscillatory wave motion) linked to at least one hydraulic ram (or alternative pressurizing device), the system being designed so that a multiplicity of these inventions may function concurrently in proximity to each other. The fluid in the chamber, when brought to a minimum threshold pressure by the float/ram mechanism, is released in a pressure-regulated stream that engages a hydraulically-operated turbine, which, because of the regulation, may directly produce properly governed alternating current suitable for release on standard power grids.

Abstract: A structure designed for raising large (commercial) quantities of pelagic fish. The structure, called an “Artificial Island Reef Platform” or “AIR Platform” is comprised of floating platform components with a large subsurface framework and cable network suitable for supporting a multiplicity of nets, each one enclosing and controlling a separate and distinct ocean volume. Various innovative design features permit the stable anchoring, supporting, and positioning of the AIR Platform, and control the distribution of oxygenated water and food, and the removal of waste products. Variants of this invention could be utilized for fresh-water fish farming in appropriate locations in lakes, reservoirs, or rivers.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a structure designed for raising large (commercial) quantities of pelagic fish. The structure, called an “Artificial Island Reef Platform” or “AIR Platform” is comprised of floating platform components with a large subsurface framework and cable network suitable for supporting a multiplicity of nets, each one enclosing and controlling a separate and distinct ocean volume. Various innovative design features permit the stable anchoring, supporting, and positioning of the AIR Platform, and control the distribution of oxygenated water and food, and the removal of waste products.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a compound device (a “modular power-producing network”, or “power net”) for the purpose of transducing the energy in ocean waves into electrical energy. The invention first pressurizes ocean water (or a suitable alternative hydraulic fluid) into at least one storage chamber with a compressible air pocket, employing at least one float (responding to oscillatory wave motion) linked to at least one hydraulic ram (or alternative pressurizing device), the system being designed so that a multiplicity of these inventions may function concurrently in proximity to each other. The fluid in the chamber, when brought to a minimum threshold pressure by the float/ram mechanism, is released in a pressure-regulated stream that engages a hydraulically-operated turbine, which, because of the regulation, may directly produce properly governed alternating current suitable for release on standard power grids.