On a new wave energy absorber
On a new wave energy absorber
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- New search for: Boccotti, P.
It is a commonly held opinion that only a forced resonance is possible between random wind-generated waves and wave energy absorbers; the forced resonance being pursued by means of devices for phase control. We show, instead, that it is possible to obtain an impressive natural resonance between random wind-generated waves and a new kind of absorber beneath the sea level. The proof is given through a small scale field experiment. This finding should enable us to defend coasts with a very low environmental impact and to use breakwaters for converting large quantities of wave energy into electric power.
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On a new wave energy absorber
Ocean Engineering ; 30 , 9 ; 1191-1200
2003
10 Seiten, 18 Quellen
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English