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National Marine Renewable Energy Center Upgrades LUPA

The data provided is part of a power take off damping optimization study. The power take off damping coefficient was swept from 0 to approximately 7000 N/m/s during a single regular wave test with a real time control of the motor/generator. The generated power from the LUPA (Lab U...
Robertson, B. et al Oregon State University
Oct 12, 2022
5 Resources
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UMass 2-Body WEC Techno-Economic Assessment

The University of Massachusetts (UMass) is developing a 2-body wave energy converter (WEC) device that is converting mechanical power into electricity using a mechanical motion rectifier that allows the system to couple to a flywheel. UMass has completed numerical modeling, wave t...
Previsic, M. Re Vision Consulting
Nov 19, 2024
2 Resources
0 Stars
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Centipod WEC, Advanced Controls, WEC Geometry CAD

CAD files depicting the wetted geometry of the Centipod WEC used in numerical models during this project. This includes the wetted geometry of the point absorber body ('pod') and the WEC 'backbone'.
McCall, A. Dehlsen Associates, LLC
Feb 15, 2016
3 Resources
0 Stars
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CalWave Reports and Plans for xWave Device Demonstration at PacWave South Site

CalWave has developed a submerged pressure differential type Wave Energy Converter (WEC) architecture called xWave. The single body device oscillates submerged, is positively buoyant, and taut moored to the sea floor and integrates novel features such as absorber submergence depth...
Boerner, T. et al CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
Feb 29, 2024
6 Resources
0 Stars
Awaiting release

Current Energy Harnessing using Synergistic Kinematics of Schools of Fish-Shaped Bodies: Marine Hydrodynamics Laboratory Tank Testing Data

The objectives of the proposed work pertain to building a high power-density and high efficiency device to harness MHK energy by mimicking fish-school kinematics. Vortex Hydro Energy is collaborating with a concept formed and undergone preliminary testing at the University of Mich...
Bernitsas, M. Vortex Hydro Energy
Apr 11, 2017
20 Resources
0 Stars
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Aquantis 2.5 MW Ocean Current Generation Device Scaled Tank Test Design and Results

Aquantis 2.5 MW Ocean Current Generation Device, Tow Tank Dynamic Rig Structural Analysis Results. This is the detailed documentation for scaled device testing in a tow tank, including models, drawings, presentations, cost of energy analysis, and structural analysis. This datase...
Swales, H. et al Dehlsen Associates, LLC
Jun 03, 2015
46 Resources
0 Stars
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Hawaii Wave Surge Energy Converter (HAWSEC) OSU O.H. Hinsdale Basin

The following information and metadata applies to both the Phase I (Hydrodynamics) and Phase II (Full System Power Take-Off) zip folders which contain testing data from the OSU (Oregon State University) O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory, from both OSU and the University of Ha...
Rajagopalan, K. et al University of Hawaii at Manoa
Jun 22, 2022
3 Resources
0 Stars
Awaiting release

Advanced TidGen Power System ProteusDS Version 2.43.5 Files

The TidGen Power System generates emission-free electricity from tidal currents and connects directly into existing grids using smart grid technology. The power system consists of three major subsystems: shore-side power electronics, mooring system, and turbine generator unit (TGU...
Marnagh, C. and McEntee, J. Ocean Renewable Power Company
Jun 14, 2018
1 Resources
0 Stars
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CalWave Tank Testing Lir Deep Ocean Basin

Experimental tank testing report for CalWave's 1:20 & 1:30 scale prototype testing at the Lir National Ocean Test Facility in Ireland. Testing was completed in January 2018. Test report includes description of the scaled prototype, primary testing objectives, instrumentation and b...
Boerner, T. CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
Jan 15, 2018
1 Resources
0 Stars
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CalWave xWave Device, Non-Commercially Sensitive Project Report

CalWave has developed a submerged pressure differential type Wave Energy Converter (WEC) architecture called xWave. The single body device oscillates submerged, is positively buoyant, and taut moored to the sea floor and integrates novel features such as absorber submergence depth...
Lehmann, M. and Davidson, R. CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
Feb 29, 2024
1 Resources
0 Stars
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Wave Energy Prize 1/50th Testing CalWave Submerged Pressure Differential WEC

This submission of data includes all the 1/50th scale testing data completed on the Wave Energy Prize for the CalWave team, and includes: 1/50th test data (raw & processed) 1/50th test data video and pictures 1/50th Test plans and testing documents SSTF_Submission (summarized results)
Scharmen, W. Ricardo Detroit Technical Center
Jan 15, 2016
4 Resources
0 Stars
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Verdant Power Gen5 KHPS and TriFrame System Content Models

This submission includes the Component Content Model for Verdant Power TriFrame and the System Content Model for Verdant Power TriFrame + 3 Gen5 KHPS Turbines. The TriFrame is the foundation component of the system, which consists of a TriFrame + 3 Gen5 KHPS Turbines (TF+3T).
Corren, D. et al Verdant Power Inc.
Jul 05, 2018
2 Resources
0 Stars
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TEAMER: xWave Real Time IMU Optimization for Advanced Controls

CalWave is developing a wave energy converter (WEC) called xWave that operates fully submerged and is classified as a type of submerged pressure differential WEC. As ocean waves pass over the submerged wave buoy, a pressure differential is created, exciting the absorber in multipl...
Spinneken, J. and Boerner, T. CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
Apr 18, 2023
2 Resources
0 Stars
Awaiting release

Wave Energy Prize 1/20th Testing Oscilla Power Triton Point Absorber

Data from the 1/20th scale testing data completed on the Wave Energy Prize for the Oscilla Power team, including the 1/20th Test Plan, raw test data, video, photos, and data analysis results. The top level objective of the 1/20th scale device testing is to obtain the necessary me...
Scharmen, W. Ricardo Detroit Technical Center
Sep 16, 2016
40 Resources
0 Stars
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Wave Energy Prize 1/50th Testing Waveswing America Submerged Pressure Differential WEC

This submission of data includes all the 1/50th scale testing data completed on the Wave Energy Prize for the Waveswing America team, and includes: 1/50th test data (raw & processed) 1/50th test data video and pictures 1/50th Test plans and testing documents Results
Scharmen, W. Ricardo Detroit Technical Center
Jan 22, 2016
5 Resources
0 Stars
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TEAMER: CalWave xWave New Technology Qualification and Path to Certification Final Report

CalWave is developing a wave energy converter (WEC) called xWave, which operates fully submerged and is classified as a submerged pressure differential type. As ocean waves pass over the submerged wave buoy, a pressure differential is created, exciting the absorber in multiple deg...
Petcovic, D. and Zhang, S. CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
Oct 31, 2022
2 Resources
0 Stars
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Underwater Videos of the Oscylator-4 Installation and Operation from 2016

This data set contains video recorded from the under water camera on the Oscylator-4. The device was installed in the St. Clair River in Port Huron MI in 2016.
Taipale, J. Vortex Hydro Energy
Apr 11, 2017
3 Resources
0 Stars
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Advanced Control Systems for Wave Energy Converters

This submission contains several papers, a final report, descriptions of a theoretical framework for two types of control systems, and descriptions of eight real-time flap load control policies with the objective of assessing the potential improvement of annual average capture eff...
Scruggs, J. et al Resolute Marine Energy, Inc.
Jan 30, 2017
4 Resources
0 Stars
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Wave Energy Prize 1/50th Testing M3 Wave Submerged Mid-Column Pressure Differential WEC

This submission of data includes all the 1/50th scale testing data completed on the Wave Energy Prize for the M3 Wave team, and includes: 1/50th test data (raw & processed) 1/50th test data video and pictures 1/50th Test plans and testing documents SSTF_Submission (summarized ...
Scharmen, W. Ricardo Detroit Technical Center
Jan 08, 2016
10 Resources
0 Stars
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CalWave Open Water Demonstration PTO Belt Assessment & Test Report Public

PTO (Power Take-Off) belt test and analysis report conducted under CalWave's Open Water Demonstration Award EE0008097 Belt Tradeoffs for Winch PTO. The report tests two types of belts: a high modulus polyethylene (HMPE) woven fiber belt and a steel cable polyurethane belt. The goa...
Kojimoto, N. and Boerner, T. CalWave Power Technologies Inc.
May 28, 2021
1 Resources
0 Stars
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Wave Energy Prize 1/50th Testing Oscilla Power Triton Point Absorber

This submission of data includes all the 1/50th scale testing data completed on the Wave Energy Prize for the Oscilla Power team, and includes: 1/50th test data (raw & processed) 1/50th test data video and pictures 1/50th Test plans and testing documents SSTF_Submission (summa...
Scharmen, W. Ricardo Detroit Technical Center
Jan 08, 2016
65 Resources
0 Stars
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Bench Testing Data and Report for an Early Prototype Pitch Resonator WEC

This dataset encompasses data and documentation from bench tests conducted on an early prototype of a "pitch resonator" wave energy converter (WEC). The testing aimed to validate numerical models and reduce risks associated with the pitch resonator concept, which is designed to co...
Coe, R. et al Sandia National Laboratories
Aug 09, 2024
4 Resources
0 Stars
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TEAMER: FOSWEC Mooring Modeling and Analysis, Post Access Report and Data

Floating oscillating surge wave energy converters (FOSWECs) offer several advantages over bottom-hinged oscillating surge wave energy converters, including large wave potential at deep-water sites with fewer permitting and environmental concerns outside territorial waters. As a te...
Housner, S. et al Virginia Tech
Jun 14, 2022
10 Resources
0 Stars
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RM3 Wave Tank Validation Model

An approximately 1/75th scale point absorber wave energy absorber was built to validate the testing systems of a 16k gallon single paddle wave tank. The model was build based on the RM3 design and incorporated a linear position sensor, a force transducer, and wetness detection sen...
Candon, C. and Fao, R. National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Jul 31, 2023
3 Resources
0 Stars
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TEAMER: Biofouling Analysis for Wave Energy Piston Design Load Cell Data

Biofouling and corrosion are a major concern for all ocean-deployed components, especially when mechanical motion is involved. Triton has developed the concept of a biofouling mitigation seal as part of the piston sealing assembly for the Triton Wave Energy Converter (TSI-WEC). Th...
Robertson, T. et al Triton Systems, Inc.
Nov 01, 2021
9 Resources
0 Stars
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