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Wave Energy Converter Archetypes and Power Performance Representation

Creator:: May-Varas, Nicholas and Robertson, Bryson
Abstract:: There is a continuing and increasing need to develop renewable energy technologies that are efficient, cost-effective and produce usable forms of energy. Wave energy converters (WECs) have an opportunity to play a key and significant role in the integration of renewable energy technologies on a commercial scale. It is estimated...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Oregon State University Bryson Robertson, Oregon State University* *bryson.robertson@oregonstate.edu

Performance Analysis of a Utility-Scale Wave Energy Converter

Creator:: May-Varas, Nicholas A.
Abstract:: A six degree of freedom (6DOF) point-absorber wave energy converter (WEC) called LUPA is being developed at Oregon State University. This research focused on analyzing a full- scale LUPA, called LUPA20, to answer the following questions: 1) How does a full-scale WEC perform due to various factors; 2) What are...
Resource Type:: Honors College Thesis
Full Text:: Bryson Robertson A six degree of freedom (6DOF) point-absorber wave energy converter (WEC) called

Wave Resource Assessments: Spacio-Temporal Effect of Wave Energy Converter Scale and Blue Economy Opportunities

Creator:: Dunkle, Gabrielle R.
Abstract:: Wave energy has the potential to power large and small factions of economies around the world alike. Current methods for determining the amount of wave energy resource available to wave energy converter (WEC) devices entail capturing the look of the sea state at large by presenting characteristic wave heights, periods,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Opportunities Abstract approved: ______________________________________________________ Bryson

Comparison and Validation of Hydrodynamic Theories for Wave Energy Converter Modelling

Creator:: Leary, Matthew M.
Abstract:: A wide variety of hydrodynamic theories are utilized to approximate a Wave Energy Converter’s (WEC) equation of motion. Numerous theories have been refined in order to improve numerical approximations of WEC dynamics. When incorporating refined hydrodynamic theories into numerical models, there are distinct impacts on WEC rigid body motions, cable...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: approved: ______________________________________________________ Bryson R.D. Robertson A wide

Hydrodynamic characterization of floating offshore wind turbines : an experimental and numerical multi-degree of freedom analysis

Creator:: Gadasi, Jonah B.
Abstract:: Wind energy has become a crucial resource in sustainably meeting increasing global energy demands. Recently, offshore wind energy has been gaining traction due to its higher gross resource and larger unclaimed real-estate relative to its onshore counterpart. Floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs) are increasingly popular, particularly designs with semisubmersible platforms....
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: : ______________________________________________________ Bryson Robertson Wind energy has become a crucial resource in sustainably meeting

Hydrodynamic Modeling of Submerged Wave Energy Converters: Power Take-Off Mooring Configuration Effect on Power Performance

Creator:: Meek, Moira H.
Abstract:: Wave energy converters (WECs) show promising potential to significantly contribute to global renewable energy goals. Numerous WEC designs have been proposed and investigated, but wave energy conversion technology has yet to reach convergence in the same way wind or solar has. Of the designs currently in existence, surface-piercing WECs are...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Performance Abstract approved: Bryson Robertson Wave energy converters (WECs) show promising potential to

Design Optimization of a Structurally Flexible Wave Energy Converter with a Direct Search Algorithm

Creator:: Berrier, Austin S.
Abstract:: Several wave energy converter designs have been recently proposed that are made of flexible materials. Flexible devices are able to generate electricity by being stretched, and are intended to simplify deployment and maintenance concerns over existing wave energy devices. Due to the relative infancy of flexible wave energy converters, however,...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: optimization. Bryson Robertson for bringing me to Oregon State, being generous in letting me use his

Functional analysis to inform early design decisions for novel systems with substantial operations and maintenance costs

Creator:: Algarra, Nathan
Abstract:: Long field-life systems are those for which operational, as opposed to capital, expenditures dominate the life time cost of the system. In established product categories, operational experience and historical maintenance data allows engineers to make informed decisions influencing maintenance during the early design stages when design changes are at their...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis

Global Wave Energy Testing Sites : Seafloor Bathymetry and Slope

Creator:: May-Varas, Nicholas and Robertson, Bryson
Abstract:: A review of global marine energy test sites and associated bathymetric conditions
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: , Oregon State University Bryson Robertson, Oregon State University* *bryson.robertson@oregonstate.edu

Maritime Markets at PacWave Workshop Report

Creator:: Robertson, Bryson and Freeberg, Andrew
Abstract:: On July 9th, the Pacific Marine Energy Center (PMEC) and PacWave hosted national and international experts from government, academia and industry, and across maritime sectors, to explore future research and testing opportunities associated with the development of the PacWave testing facilities. This report summarizes the findings from the strategic break-out...
Resource Type:: Technical Report
Full Text:: BRYSON.ROBERTSON@OREGONSTATE.EDU BRYSON ROBERTSON, PMEC CO-DIRECTOR ANDY FREEBERG AND BRENDA LANGLEY, PMEC

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Wave Energy Converter Archetypes and Power Performance Representation

Performance Analysis of a Utility-Scale Wave Energy Converter

Wave Resource Assessments: Spacio-Temporal Effect of Wave Energy Converter Scale and Blue Economy Opportunities

Comparison and Validation of Hydrodynamic Theories for Wave Energy Converter Modelling

Hydrodynamic characterization of floating offshore wind turbines : an experimental and numerical multi-degree of freedom analysis

Hydrodynamic Modeling of Submerged Wave Energy Converters: Power Take-Off Mooring Configuration Effect on Power Performance

Design Optimization of a Structurally Flexible Wave Energy Converter with a Direct Search Algorithm

Functional analysis to inform early design decisions for novel systems with substantial operations and maintenance costs

Global Wave Energy Testing Sites : Seafloor Bathymetry and Slope

Maritime Markets at PacWave Workshop Report

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