Wave-energy
the wave-induced motion and pump fluid into high pressure accumulators, that
permit smooth and constant power generation
The second prototype Pelamis P2 with 180 meters of length (five tubes) and 4
meters in diameter with an overall weight of 1300 tonnes. It has a rated electrical
power output of 750 kW with a target capacity factor is 25 - 40% depending on
the wave climate. Plan is to develop an up to 50 MW wave farm at Far Point on
the north coast of the UK [YePi2012].
Video clip: Pelamis P2
Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dZHUMEwA0Q
There is an alternative to hydraulic motors. Its the use of compressed air which
could be stored in ‘air vessels’ to supply a more constant running turbine.
Influence of resonance
Wave energy collecting devices are mostly resonant systems. They have a time or
period over which they repeat their motion. Energy efficiency depends on the
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