River waves and man-made river surfing has been around for a LOOONG time, especially in Canada. Many of Canada's northern rivers are dammed, meaning the river can be turned on and off. During off times, river surfing companies such as SurfAnywhere have installed specialty ramps and bottom features to make good waves.

SurfAnywhere

In a pool or controlled environment, American Wave Machines and CityWave are two companies that dominate the River Surfing industry.

Taking the River Surfing game to a next level is the Wave House brand of sheet flow rides with barrels known as FlowBarrel (not Flowrider). These venues offer a ride that allows bigger airs and moves borrowed from wakeboarding and snowboarding. In other words, people can get real with it.

water - Besides building a model in your garage and taking some sexy photos, what is new regarding your technology or its application?

The First Peak Project is a 501(c)(3) public benefit organization whose mission is to restore the legendary wave First Peak at Sebastian Inlet to its former glory. 

www.firstpeak.org