The hydrodynamics of a wave-power device in a tapered harbour

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Abstract

This paper considers the hydrodynamic performance of a single wave-power device placed at the end of a tapered harbour and set in a reflecting coastline. A relatively simple model, in which the harbour width is assumed to be much smaller than the incident wavelength, is used to calculate approximate values for the hydrodynamic coefficients and hence determine the energy absorbing capabilities of the device. A comparison is presented between a device in a rectangular harbour and one in a tapered harbour in order to make a preliminary assessment of the influence of the taper.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication5th International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference, ISOPE 1995
PublisherInternational Society of Offshore and Polar Engineers
Pages615-622
Number of pages8
ISBN (Print)1880653168
Publication statusPublished - 1995
Event5th International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference, ISOPE 1995 - The Hague, Netherlands
Duration: 11 Jun 199516 Jun 1995

Publication series

NameProceedings of the International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference
Volume1995-June
ISSN (Print)1098-6189
ISSN (Electronic)1555-1792

Conference

Conference5th International Offshore and Polar Engineering Conference, ISOPE 1995
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityThe Hague
Period11/06/9516/06/95

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