ABSTRACT
This chapter introduced factual information and data for the phenomenon of tidal wave occurrence, its geographical impacts, as well as multiphase factors leading to net extraction of developed energy from tidal waves along coastal lines, floating vessels oscillating water column devices, and completely submerged turbines. Major tidal waves occur twice daily due to the influence of the moon rotation around the Earth every 24 h and 50 min. Coordination between tidal wave phenomenon at a certain potential location and hydroelectric power generation could produce a highly competitive cost of electricity. Data being sought covers wave analysis, structural design loading, moorings, generation and transmission, environmental effects, and wave energy stability, as well as control and dynamics. Harnessing wave energy could be feasibly secured through either device installation on or near shorelines or partially or totally submerged installations at the bottom of oceanic regions.
