Patent ID: 6688105
Filing Date: 2004-02-10
Classification: B63B,B63G,E03B,Y02E

Abstract:
An improved method for the process of utilizing icebergs for supplying fresh water to arid geographical areas comprising the steps of selecting an iceberg, insulating the iceberg, moving the iceberg to its destination, and capturing melt water for distribution wherein improvements comprise:selecting a tabular iceberg up to 2 kilometers in length, growing buoyant and thermally insulating mats of seaweed in a sea bed, insulating said tabular iceberg with said mats by towing said mats under said iceberg and allowing the mats to float against the bottom and sides of said iceberg, providing a propulsion device fitted with large pusher plates for contacting said iceberg, pushing said iceberg with said propulsion device such that the resultant force vector is directed through the center of gravity of the iceberg, and providing a channel for receiving said icebergs at a destination site.