TEAMER Technical Support for Optimal Control of an Oscillating Surge Wave Energy Converter

Summary

Understanding and optimizing the performance of oscillating surge wave energy converters (OSWECs) is challenging due to complex hydrodynamics and limitations of current modeling and control methods. This project involved experimental investigation of a laboratory-scale OSWEC to extract hydrodynamic parameters, characterize experimental artifacts, and assess the impact of different flap profiles. The work is completed, having provided a deeper understanding of OSWEC performance and identified key factors influencing efficiency, with ongoing efforts to use the collected data for future data-driven control strategies.

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