This is a model of a Wave Energy Conversion device I have invented. The device would operate in nearshore areas in 10-15m of water and would be invisible. It would be approximately 5-6m diameter. At the moment I cannot say how energy much energy it could produce as I cannot afford testing time in a wave tank.
Does anyone know how to calculate the surge energy available in the filmed tank conditions. The waves were 22mm high with a 1.35 second period. SWL was 195mm. The model produced 4.34mW in these conditions but I do not know for certain how to calculate the surge energy available. The model is 100mm diameter.
