👉 Tide engineering refers to the application of human-made structures and techniques to manipulate tidal flows, enhance coastal protection, and optimize energy production from tidal currents. This field combines civil engineering, environmental science, and hydrodynamics to design and implement structures such as tidal barrages, tidal stream generators, and artificial reefs. Tidal barrages are large dams built across estuaries to capture water during high tide and release it through turbines during low tide, generating electricity. Tidal stream generators, similar to underwater wind turbines, harness the kinetic energy of tidal currents to produce power. Artificial reefs and other coastal modifications can also be used to alter local tidal patterns, reduce erosion, and create habitats for marine life. By strategically managing tidal flows, tide engineering aims to address challenges such as rising sea levels, coastal flooding, and energy sustainability while preserving or enhancing marine ecosystems.
