Title :
WET: A wave energy toolbox for oscillating-body converters
Author :
Manana, M. ; Arroyo, A. ; Silio, D. ; Delgado, F. ; Perez, S. ; Fernandez, I. ; Moreno, V. ; Pigazo, A. ; Zobaa, A. ; Roa, P. ; Cardenal, J.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Electr. & Energy Eng., Univ. of Cantabria, Santander, Spain
Abstract :
Wave energy conversion can be done by using several technologies and oscillating bodies constitute an important class of wave energy converters, especially for offshore deployment. This research work focuses on the development of a Matlab toolbox able to analyze the performance of this class of converters considering specific wave conditions.
Keywords :
direct energy conversion; power convertors; Matlab toolbox; offshore deployment; oscillating-body converters; wave energy conversion; wave energy converters; Force; Hydrodynamics; Oscillators; Sea surface; Surface waves; Valves;
Conference_Titel :
OCEANS, 2011 IEEE - Spain
Conference_Location :
Santander
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4577-0086-6
DOI :
10.1109/Oceans-Spain.2011.6003554
