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Integrated dynamic modeling of a point absorber wave energy converter in regular and irregular waves

  • University of Connecticut

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Abstract

Wave energy offers the highest energy density when compared to other renewable energy resources, and its energy potentials are huge. Different technologies such as point absorbers are been developed to capture the wave power. Vigorous testing, evaluation procedures, and assessments of the device performances under different wave conditions are critically important. In this paper, an integrated dynamic model of a point absorber wave energy converter is developed to evaluate its dynamic behavior. The hydrodynamic and hydrostatic parameters of the system are discussed. A direct drive linear generator power take-off is considered. A phase control strategy is used to maximize the power extracted by the generator and stored in a battery. The simulation results under regular and irregular waves are presented to illustrate the overall performances of the system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationOCEANS 2015 - MTS/IEEE Washington
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9780933957435
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 8 2016
EventMTS/IEEE Washington, OCEANS 2015 - Washington, United States
Duration: Oct 19 2015Oct 22 2015

Publication series

NameOCEANS 2015 - MTS/IEEE Washington

Conference

ConferenceMTS/IEEE Washington, OCEANS 2015
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityWashington
Period10/19/1510/22/15

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