Common prestudy and demonstration of wave energy
Pre-study to design and demonstrate, in small scale, cost effective solutions for 3 commonly identified challenges in the wave power industry, which typically involves floating devices. High efficient inverter control of PMG´s, Flexible waterproof cables, joint connections, Low cost innovative anchor methods.
Project description
Pre-study to design and demonstrate, in small scale, cost effective solutions for 3 commonly identified challenges in the wave power industry, which typically involves floating devices. The challenges are of a common nature and are not tied to a specific wave power device:1. High efficient Inverter control of 3 phase brushless Permanent Magnetic (PM) generators could provide a very efficient power conversion solution for wave energy. Wave power developers are not widely familiar with these possibilities and need to see systems in operation and be inspired for future optimization. 2. Flexible waterproof cables, joints and connections which allow constant movement with the wave action and yet provides a reliable transmission of power, sensor - and control signals to shore.3. Low cost anchor methods that are easy to install, maintain and decommission and provide the required safety. Even though anchors have been around for centuries it is necessary to find the best total economical solutions, which drives down the costs of wave energy.
Key figures
Period:
2013 - 2014
Funding year:
2013
Own financial contribution:
0.55 mio. DKK
Grant:
2.15 mio. DKK
Funding rate:
80 %
Project budget:
2.70 mio. DKK
Participants
Aalborg Universitet (Fredrik Bajers Vej) (Main Responsible)
Partners and economy
Partner | Subsidy | Auto financing |
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RESEN ENERGY ApS | ||
BPI Chambers | ||
Gravlund Gummiindustri | ||
AQUA LÆKAGESØGNING V/BENDY S. POULSEN | ||
Rambøll | ||
Waveenergyfyn v/ Henning Pilgaard |