Abstract: A method for increasing the power transfer efficiency of a wireless induction power and/or data transfer system comprising a magnetic field transmitter which is positioned on a first side of a barrier and a magnetic field receiver which is positioned on a second side of the barrier opposite the first side comprises the steps of disposing at least one flux flow member in or adjacent the barrier at least partially between the transmitter and the receiver. The flux flow member comprises a magnetic permeability different from the magnetic permeability of the barrier. As a result, the flux flow member increases the amount of magnetic flux generated by the transmitter which is coupled through the barrier and into the receiver.

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved method for the remineralization of process water in a desalination system. The method sequesters carbon dioxide gas (CO2) from seawater or concentrate (brine) of desalination process via a gas transfer membrane. The sequestered carbon dioxide gas (CO2) is thereafter used in the production of soluble calcium bicarbonate (Ca(HCO3)2). The calcium bicarbonate (Ca(HCO3)2) adds hardness and alkalinity to the resulting process water.

Abstract: A wireless magnetic through-hull communications apparatus and method which permit higher data-rate communications through materials than presently available using acoustic techniques is described. A signal source on one side of a barrier is directed into a coil driver which generates an amplified, modulated signal responsive thereto. The resulting signal is used to drive a transmitter coil which generates a time-varying magnetic field that penetrates the barrier as well as any gaps comprising water, air or other material between the barrier and the transmitter coil. On the other side of the barrier, and perhaps through additional gaps comprising water, air or other material, a receiver coil detects the time-varying magnetic field. This signal may be amplified and then digitized by a signal processor. The signal processor may then communicate with a data processing and/or display unit, another sensor or some other device.