Ocean waves are a promising source of renewable energy. In this paper, we briefly
introduce the characteristics of ocean wave energy and summarize the principles of …

This review focuses on the most suitable form of hydrodynamic modeling for the next
generation wave energy converter (WEC) design tools. To design and optimize a WEC, it is …

Power Take-off (PTO) is one of the most critical components in the field of ocean wave
energy conversion. This paper introduces a novel compact mechanical PTO using a ball …

Inefficiency and intermittency caused by high variabilities of wave properties are common
problems in existing wave energy technology. Resonant wave energy conversion …

In the recently introduced Variable-Shape heaving wave energy converters, the buoy
changes its shape actively in response to changing incident waves. In this study, a …

Wave energy offers a promising renewable energy source, however, technologies
converting wave energy into useful electricity face many design challenges. This guide …

This paper proposes a new conceptual configuration for oscillating surge wave energy
converters. The concept is a self-floating device consisting of two vertical flaps with a …

This paper presents the hydrodynamic optimization study of CECO, a point absorber wave
energy converter (WEC) with sloped motion. To maintain the overall costs, the characteristic …

In the initial stages of wave energy converter development, a wide range of design
parameters should be tested and analyzed across all operational sea states. As a result, it is …

This paper proposed a pitching wave energy converter with adjustable natural period (called
C-WEC), which is achieved by moving the movable mass block. A prototype was fabricated …