Evaluation of the Double Snap-Through Mechanism on the Wave Energy Converter’s Performance
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DOI: 10.1007/s11804-021-00202-5
Abstract: Lower efficiencies induce higher energy costs and pose a barrier to wave energy devices’ commercial applications. Therefore, the efficiency enhancement of wave energy converters has received much attention in recent decades. The reported research presents… read more here.
Keywords: wave energy; double snap; snap mechanism; energy converter ... See more keywords
Numerical modelling of a point-absorbing wave energy converter in irregular and extreme waves
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2017.01.004
Abstract: Abstract Based on the Navier-Stokes (RANS) equations, a three-dimensional (3-D) mathematical model for the hydrodynamics and structural dynamics of a floating point-absorbing wave energy converter (WEC) with a stroke control system in irregular and extreme… read more here.
Keywords: irregular extreme; wave energy; extreme waves; energy converter ... See more keywords
Modelling of a wave energy converter array with a nonlinear power take-off system in the frequency domain
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2019.05.009
Abstract: Abstract This paper presents a nonlinear frequency domain model and uses this to assess the performance of a wave energy converter (WEC) array with a nonlinear power take-off (PTO). In this model, the nonlinear PTO… read more here.
Keywords: array; wave energy; energy converter; array nonlinear ... See more keywords
Performance analysis of dual sphere wave energy converter integrated with a chambered breakwater system
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apor.2020.102279
Abstract: Abstract The integration of a dual sphere wave energy converter with a chambered breakwater system is found to enhance the performance of both structures. Such an integrated system is well suited for regions that receive… read more here.
Keywords: dual sphere; system; energy; wave energy ... See more keywords
A novel hydro-kite like energy converter for harnessing both ocean wave and current energy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2018.03.121
Abstract: A novel hydro-kite like ocean energy converter is proposed in this paper to harness both ocean current and wave energy. The proposed ocean energy converter is typically designed to consist of a hydro-kite like kite… read more here.
Keywords: kite like; energy; ocean energy; hydro kite ... See more keywords
Feasibility study of a zero emission PV/Wind turbine/Wave energy converter hybrid system for stand-alone power supply: A case study
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2020.121250
Abstract: Abstract The use of energy from the sea wave to produce electricity via wave converters is one of the most interesting methods to meet the electrical demand in coastal cities. Hybridization of wave energy with… read more here.
Keywords: system; wave energy; energy; study ... See more keywords
A study on a novel two-body floating wave energy converter
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2016.11.049
Abstract: Abstract This paper proposes a novel wave energy converter (WEC), which is needed for monitoring the marine environment. The converter is composed of two oscillating bodies: a floating sphere connected to a heavy submerged sphere… read more here.
Keywords: energy; wave energy; energy converter; two body ... See more keywords
A multi-point-absorber wave-energy converter for the stabilization of output power
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2018.03.093
Abstract: Abstract A point-absorber wave-energy converter is commonly used because its structure is simple and efficient. This paper proposes a multi-point absorber wave-energy converter (MPAWEC) in which hydrostatic transmission is used to convert wave energy into… read more here.
Keywords: wave energy; absorber wave; energy; point absorber ... See more keywords
Development and analysis of a numerical model for a two-oscillating-body wave energy converter in shallow water
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DOI: 10.1016/j.oceaneng.2020.107765
Abstract: Abstract The Energy Double System (EDS) is a two-degree-of-freedom (2DOF), nearshore, point absorber wave energy converter (WEC). It is composed of a heaving float and a surging paddle, which are interconnected and each one has… read more here.
Keywords: wave energy; energy; model; energy converter ... See more keywords
Peak forces on a point absorbing wave energy converter impacted by tsunami waves
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2018.10.092
Abstract: Abstract Although a tsunami wave in deep sea can be simulated using linear shallow water theory, the wave dynamics of a tsunami running up a continental shelf is very complex, and different phenomena may occur,… read more here.
Keywords: tsunami; wave energy; energy converter; energy ... See more keywords
Numerical benchmarking study of a Cycloidal Wave Energy Converter
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2018.11.041
Abstract: Abstract A lift based Cycloidal Wave Energy Converter (CycWEC) was investigated using numerical simulations to estimate its mean annual power absorption. Based on the power absorption as well as size and weight estimates a number… read more here.
Keywords: cycwec; wave energy; energy converter; cycloidal wave ... See more keywords