@inproceedings{6c3d7fac8eca442c9aab33e5f6a6a75e,
title = "Sensitivity analysis of wave energy converters in short-crested waves",
abstract = "In the present paper, two types of wave energy converters (WECs) in uni-/multi-directional waves are investigated using a potential-flow model. The first example is a flap-type oscillating wave surge converter (OWSC) which is similar to the configurations of Oyster wave power device. The second case is an attenuator-type WEC which is based on the Pelamis P2 machine; the modelled WEC is simplified as 5 interconnected rigid modules. Both hydrodynamic interactions and mechanical connections have been considered in the present analyses. The emphases have been put on the effects of directional spreading on the performance of the WECs. Significant reductions of power output have been found in multi-directional seas.",
keywords = "Hydrodynamic interaction, Mechanical connection, Potential flow, Power take-off, Short-crested waves, Wave energy converter",
author = "Liang Sun and Jun Zang and Taylor, {Rodney Eatock} and Taylor, {Paul H.} and Mingsheng Chen",
note = "Publisher Copyright: Copyright {\textcopyright} 2018 by the International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers; 13th ISOPE Pacific/Asia Offshore Mechanics Symposium, PACOMS 2018 ; Conference date: 14-10-2018 Through 17-10-2018",
year = "2018",
language = "English",
series = "13th ISOPE Pacific/Asia Offshore Mechanics Symposium, PACOMS 2018",
publisher = "International Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers",
pages = "365--370",
booktitle = "13th ISOPE Pacific/Asia Offshore Mechanics Symposium, PACOMS 2018",
address = "United States",
}
