EXTRACTION OF WAVE ENERGY BY SYNCHRONOUS GENERATOR: DESIGN AND PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

Abstract

Due to the intricate nature of the technique necessary to harvest energy from waves in the ocean, its usage in commercial applications has been rendered impossible. Throughout the course of this research, a variety of cutting-edge strategies for harvesting wave energy have been developed. This project utilizes a one-of-a-kind topology that is designed to eliminate the limitations of conventional linear generators and increase the amount of continuous power supply. Additionally, this project utilizes a straightforward design that consists of uniquely shaped floaters that are mounted on land. The primary objectives of this project were to conduct an investigation into a cutting-edge technological system that has the potential to reduce the costs associated with the construction and operation of an ocean wave energy (OWE) power plant that is connected to the grid, while simultaneously improving operational efficacy and expanding business opportunities. These objectives were designed to be accomplished by: Floaters may be attached to the coastline or anything else that is made artificially; as a consequence, its installation along the coast is simple, as are the requirements for its maintenance and its accessibility. A synchronous machine is what we make use of here at this facility in order to produce electricity. In spite of the fact that it is forecasted that the height of the waves in the ocean would be relatively modest, with an average height of 0.5 meters, the ocean is still capable of generating and transmitting electricity with a high voltage and current value. For the purpose of output analysis, Python code is used, whilst SCADA and MATLAB tools are utilized for the purpose of physically illustrating the project. In this section of the research, in addition to electrical generators, the emphasis is on hydraulic motors.