Testing and Expertise for Marine Energy (TEAMER) Program Support: MRE Dynamic Seals Performance Investigation

Summary

The Testing and Expertise for Marine Energy (TEAMER) program, under CRADA Number CRD-21-17764, supported NREL in investigating dynamic seals for the Marine Renewable Energy (MRE) industry. The project addressed the lack of relevant performance information for seals, which are critical for low-cost and reliable long-term underwater operation. NREL committed $150,000 in in-kind resources over the project's 6-month duration, focusing on accelerated-life testing and developing a rigorous testing framework. The final report, dated May 6, 2024 (with a technical report NREL/TP-5000-94901 issued July 2025), documented the research, which included setting up testing equipment, validating safety protocols, and modifying testing methods. The findings are publicly available through OSTI ID: 2349288.

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