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Arrangements of dams, sluices and turbines, and principles of operation for various simple or complex power generation cycles have been extensively described 1,2,3). In these introductory paragraphs it is sufficient to summarize the most significant features of those few systems which at present offer any prospect of commercial importance.
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Wilson, E.M., Severn, B. (1972). Integration of Tidal Energy Into Public Electricity Supply. In: Gray, T.J., Gashus, O.K. (eds) Tidal Power. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-4592-3_12
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