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ASME 2011 30th International Conference on Ocean, Offshore and Arctic Engineering

June 19–24, 2011

Rotterdam, The Netherlands

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978-0-7918-4437-3

In This Volume

Ocean Space Utilization (30)
Ocean Renewable Energy (77)

Volume 5: Ocean Space Utilization; Ocean Renewable Energy

Ocean Space Utilization

Hydroelastic Response of Square VLFS With Line Hinge Connector System

Chien Ming Wang, Rui Ping Gao, Chan Ghee Koh

OMAE 2011; 1-8doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49092

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydroelastic Response of Square VLFS With Line Hinge Connector System

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Topics: Hinges , Boundary element methods , Equations of motion , Finite element methods , Floating structures , Fluid structure interaction , Fluids , Laplace equations , Plate theory , Stress

Concept Design for Offshore DOW Platform as Infra-Structure of Isolated Island

Kazuyuki Ouchi, Sadayuki Jitsuhara, Takayuki Watanabe

OMAE 2011; 9-13doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49128

Abstract

View Articletitled, Concept Design for Offshore DOW Platform as Infra-Structure of Isolated Island

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Topics: Carbon , Deep ocean water , Design , Electric power generation , Electricity (Physics) , Filters , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators , Heat exchangers , Lithium

New Concept of Port Planning for Small Ferries From the Viewpoint of Berthing Ship Motions Under Strong Tidal Currents

Kenji Sasa, Kyunghoi Kim

OMAE 2011; 15-22doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49190

Abstract

View Articletitled, New Concept of Port Planning for Small Ferries From the Viewpoint of Berthing Ship Motions Under Strong Tidal Currents

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Topics: Currents , Ships , Tides , Seas , Waves , Computer simulation , Gates (Closures)

Experimental Investigation and Numerical Modeling of Hydrodynamic Force Characteristics and Deformation of an Elastic Net

Sho Ito, Takeshi Kinoshita, Daisuke Kitazawa, Weiguang Bao, Hiroshi Itakura

OMAE 2011; 23-33doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49213

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Investigation and Numerical Modeling of Hydrodynamic Force Characteristics and Deformation of an Elastic Net

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Topics: Computer simulation , Deformation , Fluid-dynamic forces , Ocean engineering , Seas , Waves , Porosity , Shorelines , Boundary element methods , Boundary-value problems

Simulation of a High-Energy Finfish Aquaculture Site Using a Finite Element Net Model

Ryan S. Nicoll, Dean M. Steinke, Joseph Attia, Andre Roy, Bradley J. Buckham

OMAE 2011; 35-44doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49410

Abstract

View Articletitled, Simulation of a High-Energy Finfish Aquaculture Site Using a Finite Element Net Model

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Topics: Finite element analysis , Simulation , Oceans , Mooring , Acoustics , Atlantic Ocean , Computer software , Dynamic systems , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Engineers

Approaches for Environmental Impact Assessment of Seafloor Massive Sulfide Mining

Tetsuo Yamazaki

OMAE 2011; 45-51doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49453

Abstract

View Articletitled, Approaches for Environmental Impact Assessment of Seafloor Massive Sulfide Mining

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Topics: Mining , Seabed , Vents , Biomass , Governments , Minerals , Pacific Ocean , Seas

A Conceptual Design on the BSL-4 Location and Management

Takako Kobayashi, Wataru Miyazaki, Kazukiyo Yamamoto, Yuji Miura, Takeo Kondo

OMAE 2011; 53-58doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49512

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Conceptual Design on the BSL-4 Location and Management

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Topics: Biological agents , Conceptual design , Diseases , Emergencies , Health risk assessment , Safety , Terrorist attacks , Transportation systems

Numerical Evaluation of Observation Algorithm for Sea Surface Remote Sensing by Doppler Radar

Takero Yoshida, Chang-Kyu Rheem

OMAE 2011; 59-67doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49562

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Evaluation of Observation Algorithm for Sea Surface Remote Sensing by Doppler Radar

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Topics: Algorithms , Radar , Seas , Waves , Microwaves , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Irradiation (Radiation exposure) , Wavelength , Fourier transforms , Backscattering

Concurrent Design Introduction Activity at IHC Merwede

Martin Fijneman, Arne Matthyssen, Robert Plat

OMAE 2011; 69-76doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49641

Abstract

View Articletitled, Concurrent Design Introduction Activity at IHC Merwede

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Topics: Design , Teams , Trenching machinery , Cycles , Databases , Design methodology , Engineers , Reliability , Transparency

A Study on Improvement of Propulsive Performance of an Underwater Vehicle “PICASSO”

Hiroyoshi Suzuki, Yoshitaka Watanabe, Tomoya Inoue, Atsushi Yamamichi, Risa Kitamoto, Hiroshi Yoshida

OMAE 2011; 77-82doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49643

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Study on Improvement of Propulsive Performance of an Underwater Vehicle “PICASSO”

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Topics: Experimental methods , Kinematics , Shapes , Thrust , Underwater vehicles

Progressive Drift of Moored Floating Wind Turbines in a Wind Farm: Improved Mooring Capacity Model

Hideyuki Suzuki, Yu Kitahara, Yukinari Fukumoto

OMAE 2011; 83-88doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49730

Abstract

View Articletitled, Progressive Drift of Moored Floating Wind Turbines in a Wind Farm: Improved Mooring Capacity Model

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Topics: Floating wind turbines , Mooring , Wind farms , Risk , Wind turbines , Design , Safety , Accidents , Electricity (Physics) , Oceans

Behavior of the Pontoon Supported by Mooring Dolphin in Tsunami

Mitsuhiro Masuda, Koichi Masuda, Tomoki Ikoma, Kuniaki Shouji

OMAE 2011; 89-96doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49732

Abstract

View Articletitled, Behavior of the Pontoon Supported by Mooring Dolphin in Tsunami

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Topics: Mooring , Tsunamis , Floating bodies , Simulation , Waves , Containers , Design , Emergency management , Floating structures , Ocean space utilization

Experimental Studies and Numerical Modeling of Copper Nets in Marine Environment

Igor Tsukrov, Andrew Drach, Judson DeCew, M. Robinson Swift, Barbaros Celikkol, Kenneth C. Baldwin

OMAE 2011; 97-104doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49761

Abstract

View Articletitled, Experimental Studies and Numerical Modeling of Copper Nets in Marine Environment

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Topics: Computer simulation , Copper , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Copper alloys , Polymers , Biofouling , Currents , Dynamic response , Finite element analysis , Flexible structures

The Motion Characteristics of Crawler Driven ROV Moving Over Bumps

Tokihiro Katsui, Masanari Akashi, Satoshi Kajikawa, Tomoya Inoue

OMAE 2011; 105-111doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49801

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Motion Characteristics of Crawler Driven ROV Moving Over Bumps

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Topics: Remotely operated vehicles , Seabed , Weight (Mass) , Buoyancy , Design , Displacement , Gravity (Force) , Seas , Dynamic models , Geometry

Deep Sea Mining With an Archimedes Screw Driven Vehicle

Rick Lotman, Mario Alvarez Grima

OMAE 2011; 113-120doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49806

Abstract

View Articletitled, Deep Sea Mining With an Archimedes Screw Driven Vehicle

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Topics: Mining , Screws , Seas , Vehicles , Traction , Friction , Propulsion systems , Buoyancy , Design , Load bearing capacity

Conceptual Design of Navigation of an AUV for Monitoring CCS Site at Deep Sea Bottom

Yoshitaka Watanabe, Hiroshi Yoshida, Hiroshi Ochi, Tadahiro Hyakudome, Shojiro Ishibashi, Yoshiyuki Nakano, Shinobu Omika, Masami Matsuura

OMAE 2011; 121-128doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49812

Abstract

View Articletitled, Conceptual Design of Navigation of an AUV for Monitoring CCS Site at Deep Sea Bottom

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Topics: Carbon capture and storage , Conceptual design , Navigation , Seas , Acoustics , Sensors , Ships , Carbon dioxide , Construction , Filtration

An Experimental Study on the Waterway Rescue System for Natural Disasters in the Tokyo Metropolis

Chiu Hsien Yu, Tomoe Oikawa, Wataru Miyazaki, Takeo Kondo, Kazukiyo Yamamoto, Kazuya Egami

OMAE 2011; 129-134doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49858

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View Articletitled, An Experimental Study on the Waterway Rescue System for Natural Disasters in the Tokyo Metropolis

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Topics: Cities , Disasters , Earthquakes , Emergency management , Governments , Mechanical admittance , Natural disasters , Piers (Structural) , Transportation systems , Water

Environmental Research for Assessing the Impacts of Mining Seafloor Massive Sulfides in Japan

Tetsuhiko Toyohara, Nobuyuki Okamoto, Takahiro Kawai, Takayoshi Kodama, Hiroshi Shibasaki

OMAE 2011; 135-140doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49906

Abstract

View Articletitled, Environmental Research for Assessing the Impacts of Mining Seafloor Massive Sulfides in Japan

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Topics: Mining , Seabed , Metals , Economics , Industrial research , Seas , Sustainable development

Response Characteristics of the Floating Water Purifier “Water Beetle” in Waves

Kunihiro Ikegami, Martin Baba, Tomohiro Yamasaki

OMAE 2011; 141-147doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49963

Abstract

View Articletitled, Response Characteristics of the Floating Water Purifier “Water Beetle” in Waves

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Topics: Water , Water purifiers , Waves , Model basin , Shapes , Computational methods , Design , Reservoirs , Water pollution , Water treatment

Fluctuation of High-Turbidity Water Measured by Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler at the Izena Calderon in the Okinawa Trough

Rei Arai, Yusuke Onobayashi, Hiroshi Ishida, Nobuhiro Maeda, Tomoya Sugimoto, Yoshihisa Sirayama, Tetsuhiko Toyohara, Nobuhiro Goto

OMAE 2011; 149-156doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49968

Abstract

View Articletitled, Fluctuation of High-Turbidity Water Measured by Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler at the Izena Calderon in the Okinawa Trough

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Topics: Acoustics , Water , Cobalt , Echoes , Fluctuations (Physics) , Mining , Pacific Ocean , Resolution (Optics) , Seabed , Silver

Concept of Seafloor Mineral Processing for Development of Seafloor Massive Sulfides

Yasuharu Nakajima, Shotaro Uto, Shigeo Kanada, Joji Yamamoto, Ichihiko Takahashi, Sho Otabe, Jun Sadaki, Katsunori Okaya, Seiji Matsuo, Toyohisa Fujita

OMAE 2011; 157-162doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49981

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View Articletitled, Concept of Seafloor Mineral Processing for Development of Seafloor Massive Sulfides

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Topics: Minerals , Seabed , Copper , Metallic elements , Water , Atmospheric pressure , Fluids , Iron , Pulp , Seawater

Characteristics of the Environment Around a Massive Sea-Floor Sulfide Area in the Okinawa Trough

Hiroshi Ishida, Nobuhiro Maeda, Tetsuya Miwa, Tetsuo Yamazaki, Yoshihisa Shirayama, Tetsuhiko Toyohara, Nobuyuki Okamoto, Takayoshi Kodama

OMAE 2011; 163-170doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49987

Abstract

View Articletitled, Characteristics of the Environment Around a Massive Sea-Floor Sulfide Area in the Okinawa Trough

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Topics: Seabed , Sediments , Vents , Biomass , Carbon dioxide , Heavy metals , Isotopes , Mooring , Particulate matter , Sulfur

A User Evaluation Study on the Universal Network of the Water Transportation in the Seto Inland Sea in Japan

Masashi Sugahara, Keichi Noto, Atsushi Idoji, Kazukiyo Yamamoto, Kenta Hanai, Takeo Kondo

OMAE 2011; 171-176doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50084

Abstract

View Articletitled, A User Evaluation Study on the Universal Network of the Water Transportation in the Seto Inland Sea in Japan

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Topics: Boats , Design , Land transport , Mechanical admittance , Seas , Ships , Transportation systems , Water

Scientific Drilling Program of Drilling Vessel Chikyu and Drilling Data Acquisition for Future Technical Development

Tomoya Inoue, Kazuyasu Wada, Eigo Miyazaki, Tsuyoshi Miyazaki

OMAE 2011; 177-183doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50090

Abstract

View Articletitled, Scientific Drilling Program of Drilling Vessel Chikyu and Drilling Data Acquisition for Future Technical Development

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Topics: Data acquisition , Drilling , Vessels , Earthquakes , Data acquisition systems , Drills (Tools) , Instrumentation , Oceans , Shorelines , Stress

Analysis Tool for Environmental Impact of Seafloor Resources Development

Joji Yamamoto, Hideyuki Oka, Yasuharu Nakajima, Shotaro Uto, Shunji Inoue, Shigesuke Ishida

OMAE 2011; 185-191doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50096

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View Articletitled, Analysis Tool for Environmental Impact of Seafloor Resources Development

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Topics: Design , Offshore platforms , Seabed , Particulate matter , Seas , Flow (Dynamics) , Sediments , Water , Bacteria , Biomass

Reverse Simulation for Specifying the Source of Pollutants in Waters

Daisuke Kitazawa, Satoshi Abe, Fujihiro Hamba, Shinsuke Kato

OMAE 2011; 193-199doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50144

Abstract

View Articletitled, Reverse Simulation for Specifying the Source of Pollutants in Waters

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Topics: Pollution , Simulation , Water , Filters , Computer simulation , Diffusion (Physics) , Water currents , Trajectories (Physics) , Diffusion processes , Flow (Dynamics)

Flow Fields Inside Stocked Fish Cages and the Near Environment

Lars C. Gansel, Siri Rackebrandt, Frode Oppedal, Thomas A. McClimans

OMAE 2011; 201-209doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50205

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View Articletitled, Flow Fields Inside Stocked Fish Cages and the Near Environment

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Atlantic Ocean , Currents , Biofouling , Biomass , Computer simulation , Oxygen , Pressure , Rotation

Tank Model Testing of a Fish-Cage Flotation/Submersion System Using Flexible Hoses

Daisuke Kitazawa, Yoichi Mizukami, Masaaki Isobe, Hiromi Kinoshita, Mamoru Hirayama, Satoshi Ikeda, Yoto Takeuchi

OMAE 2011; 211-218doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50240

Abstract

View Articletitled, Tank Model Testing of a Fish-Cage Flotation/Submersion System Using Flexible Hoses

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Topics: Testing , Water , Buoyancy , Gravity (Force) , Currents , Deformation , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Fibers , High pressure (Physics) , Ocean engineering

An Approach for the Optimum Design of TLP Type Offshore Wind Turbines

Yasunori Nihei, Midori Matsuura, Hiroyuki Fujioka, Hideyuki Suzuki

OMAE 2011; 219-227doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50258

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View Articletitled, An Approach for the Optimum Design of TLP Type Offshore Wind Turbines

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Topics: Design , Offshore wind turbines , Tension-leg platforms , Displacement , Engineering prototypes , Rotation , Tendons , Turbine blades , Water , Wave forces

The Development of the Compact Size INS for Underwater Vehicle

Shojiro Ishibashi, Yoshitaka Watanabe

OMAE 2011; 229-233doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50279

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View Articletitled, The Development of the Compact Size INS for Underwater Vehicle

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Topics: Underwater vehicles , Engineering prototypes , Accelerometers , Navigation

Ocean Renewable Energy

Modeling of an Oscillating Water Column on the Floating Foundation WindFloat

Alexia Aubault, Marco Alves, Anto´nio Sarmento, Dominique Roddier, Antoine Peiffer

OMAE 2011; 235-246doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49014

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modeling of an Oscillating Water Column on the Floating Foundation WindFloat

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Topics: Modeling , Water , Wind turbines

Design of a Point Absorber Inside the WindFloat Structure

Antoine Peiffer, Dominique Roddier, Alexia Aubault

OMAE 2011; 247-255doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49015

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View Articletitled, Design of a Point Absorber Inside the WindFloat Structure

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Topics: Computer simulation , Damping , Design , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Floating structures , Fluid-dynamic forces , Hull , Modeling , Mooring , Ocean energy

On the Necessity of Technology Qualification in the Offshore Wind Energy Industry

S. M. S. M. K. Samarakoon, O. T. Gudmestad

OMAE 2011; 257-265doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49063

Abstract

View Articletitled, On the Necessity of Technology Qualification in the Offshore Wind Energy Industry

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Wind energy , Wind farms , Failure , Turbines , Reliability , Delays , Exergy , Fatigue , Maintenance

Study on Wave Power Generator Using Flexible Piezoelectric Device

Hidemi Mutsuda, Kenta Kawakami, Masato Hirata, Yasuaki Doi, Yoshikazu Tanaka

OMAE 2011; 267-273doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49071

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View Articletitled, Study on Wave Power Generator Using Flexible Piezoelectric Device

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Topics: Generators , Wave energy , Ocean energy , Waves , Water , Breakwaters , Emergency management , Offshore structures , Polymer films , Renewable energy

Numerical Studies on Hydrodynamics of a Floating Oscillating Water Column

Wanan Sheng, Anthony Lewis, Raymond Alcorn

OMAE 2011; 275-282doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49083

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Studies on Hydrodynamics of a Floating Oscillating Water Column

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Topics: Hydrodynamics , Water , Damping , Floating structures , Mooring , Computer simulation , Ducts , Wave energy , Boundary element methods , Buoys

Dynamic Response Analysis of the Offshore Wind Turbine Support Structure Under Extreme Conditions

Qian Chen, Shixiao Fu, Zaojian Zou

OMAE 2011; 283-288doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49094

Abstract

View Articletitled, Dynamic Response Analysis of the Offshore Wind Turbine Support Structure Under Extreme Conditions

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Topics: Dynamic response analysis , Offshore wind turbines , Stress , Wind , Displacement , Modal analysis , Vortex-induced vibration , Waves

Modelling of the IPS Buoy Wave Energy Converter Including the Effect of Non-Uniform Tube Cross-Section

Anto´nio F. O. Falca˜o, Jose´ J. M. B. Caˆndido, Paulo A. P. Justino, Joa˜o C. C. Henriques

OMAE 2011; 289-298doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49117

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View Articletitled, Modelling of the IPS Buoy Wave Energy Converter Including the Effect of Non-Uniform Tube Cross-Section

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Topics: Buoys , Modeling , Wave energy converters , Pistons , Waves , Dampers , Damping , Frequency-domain analysis , Geometry , Hydraulic turbines

Effect of Design Parmeters on Aero-Acoustic and Aerodynamic Performance of Wells Turbines

R. Starzmann, T. H. Carolus, K. Tease, R. Arlitt

OMAE 2011; 299-308doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49127

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View Articletitled, Effect of Design Parmeters on Aero-Acoustic and Aerodynamic Performance of Wells Turbines

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Topics: Acoustics , Design , Turbines , Wells , Noise (Sound) , Rotors , Air flow , Blades , Damping , Emissions

Installation of Monopiles for Offshore Wind Turbines—By Using End-Caps and a Subsea Holding Structure

Arunjyoti Sarkar, Ove T. Gudmestad

OMAE 2011; 309-315doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49129

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View Articletitled, Installation of Monopiles for Offshore Wind Turbines—By Using End-Caps and a Subsea Holding Structure

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Offshore wind turbines , Vessels , Water , Buoyancy , Cranes , Design , Jack-up drilling rigs , Seabed

Analysis of a Two-Body Floating Wave Energy Converter With Particular Focus on the Effects of Power Take Off and Mooring Systems on Energy Capture

Made Jaya Muliawan, Zhen Gao, Torgeir Moan, Aurelien Babarit

OMAE 2011; 317-328doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49135

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View Articletitled, Analysis of a Two-Body Floating Wave Energy Converter With Particular Focus on the Effects of Power Take Off and Mooring Systems on Energy Capture

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Topics: Mooring , Wave energy converters , Simulation , Computer software , Damping , Springs , Stress , Waves

Wind Turbine Installation Vessel of a New Generation

Alexei Bereznitski

OMAE 2011; 329-334doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49138

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View Articletitled, Wind Turbine Installation Vessel of a New Generation

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Topics: Vessels , Wind turbines , Design , Hull , Motion compensation , Offshore structures , Testing , Workability

Design and Analysis of a Rotor Blade Optimized for Extracting Energy From the Florida Current

James H. VanZwieten, Jr., Carey M. Oster, Alana E. S. Duerr

OMAE 2011; 335-341doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49140

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View Articletitled, Design and Analysis of a Rotor Blade Optimized for Extracting Energy From the Florida Current

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Topics: Blades , Design , Rotors , Optimization , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Genetic algorithms , Geometry , Kinetic energy , Ocean currents

Accelerating the Deployment of Offshore Renewable Energy Technologies (ADORET): Presentation, Findings and Recommendations

Gregory Dudziak, Christos Kolliatsas, Julia Schaefer, Noah Myers

OMAE 2011; 343-346doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49193

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View Articletitled, Accelerating the Deployment of Offshore Renewable Energy Technologies (ADORET): Presentation, Findings and Recommendations

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Renewable energy , Design , Economics , Licensing , Maintenance , Nuclear decommissioning , Optimization , Performance , Reliability

Experimental Wave Generation and Cancellation With a Cycloidal Wave Energy Converter

Stefan G. Siegel, Marcus Ro¨mer, John Imamura, Casey Fagley, Thomas McLaughlin

OMAE 2011; 347-357doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49212

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View Articletitled, Experimental Wave Generation and Cancellation With a Cycloidal Wave Energy Converter

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Topics: Wave energy converters , Waves , Geometry , Turbines , Design , Feedback , Flumes , Generators , Hydrofoil , Propellers

Nonlinear Two Stage Control Strategy of a Wind Turbine for Mechanical Load and Extreme Moment Reduction

Jonathan Chauvin, Yann Creff

OMAE 2011; 359-369doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49225

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View Articletitled, Nonlinear Two Stage Control Strategy of a Wind Turbine for Mechanical Load and Extreme Moment Reduction

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Topics: Stress , Wind turbines , Rotors , Aerodynamics , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Fatigue , Feedback , Feedforward control , Ocean engineering , Rotordynamics

Tidal Energy in Nova Scotia, Canada: The Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy (FORCE) Perspective

Douglas J. Keefe, Joseph Kozak

OMAE 2011; 371-376doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49246

Abstract

View Articletitled, Tidal Energy in Nova Scotia, Canada: The Fundy Ocean Research Center for Energy (FORCE) Perspective

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Topics: Oceans , Tides , Turbines , Cables , Ocean energy , Underwater vehicles , Water , Currents , Gravity (Force) , Ocean engineering

An Assessment of the Potential of Tidal Power From Minas Passage, Bay of Fundy, Using Three-Dimensional Models

Richard Karsten

OMAE 2011; 377-384doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49249

Abstract

View Articletitled, An Assessment of the Potential of Tidal Power From Minas Passage, Bay of Fundy, Using Three-Dimensional Models

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Topics: Three-dimensional models , Tides , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Currents , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Computer simulation , Barrages , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Electric power generation

Cancellation of Non-Harmonic Waves Using a Cycloidal Turbine

John T. Imamura, Stefan G. Siegel, Casey Fagley, Tom McLaughlin

OMAE 2011; 385-393doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49262

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View Articletitled, Cancellation of Non-Harmonic Waves Using a Cycloidal Turbine

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Topics: Turbines , Waves , Hydrofoil , Water waves , Flow (Dynamics) , Generators , Geometry , Propellers , Rotation , Steady state

Modelling and Simulation of a Floating Oscillating Water Column

Adi Kurniawan, Jo̸rgen Hals, Torgeir Moan

OMAE 2011; 395-406doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49263

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modelling and Simulation of a Floating Oscillating Water Column

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Topics: Modeling , Simulation , Water , Pressure , Radiation (Physics) , Compressibility , Computation , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Relief valves , Simulation results

Statistical Uncertainty Analysis in the Long-Term Distribution of Wind- and Wave-Induced Hot-Spot Stress for Fatigue Design of Jacket Wind Turbine Based on Time Domain Simulations

WenBin Dong, Torgeir Moan, Zhen Gao

OMAE 2011; 407-417doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49307

Abstract

View Articletitled, Statistical Uncertainty Analysis in the Long-Term Distribution of Wind- and Wave-Induced Hot-Spot Stress for Fatigue Design of Jacket Wind Turbine Based on Time Domain Simulations

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Topics: Fatigue design , Simulation , Stress , Uncertainty analysis , Waves , Wind , Wind turbines , Uncertainty , Bracing (Construction) , Tubular joints

Design Drivers for Offshore Wind Turbine Jacket Support Structures

Andrew Cordle, Graeme McCann, Wybren de Vries

OMAE 2011; 419-428doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49338

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design Drivers for Offshore Wind Turbine Jacket Support Structures

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Topics: Design , Offshore wind turbines , Stress , Computer software , Damage , Fatigue , Sensitivity analysis , Waves , Wind

Introducing Wave Regeneration by Wind in a Mild-Slope Wave Propagation Model MILDwave to Investigate the Wake Effects in the Lee of a Farm of Wave Energy Converters

Vasiliki Stratigaki, Peter Troch, Leen Baelus, Yannick Keppens

OMAE 2011; 429-436doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49347

Abstract

View Articletitled, Introducing Wave Regeneration by Wind in a Mild-Slope Wave Propagation Model MILDwave to Investigate the Wake Effects in the Lee of a Farm of Wave Energy Converters

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Topics: Wakes , Wave energy converters , Wave propagation , Waves , Wind , Wave energy , Absorption , Emissions , Fossil fuels , Renewable energy sources

Power Absorption Measures and Comparisons of Selected Wave Energy Converters

Aure´lien Babarit, Jorgen Hals, Adi Kurniawan, Torgeir Moan, Jorgen Krokstad

OMAE 2011; 437-446doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49360

Abstract

View Articletitled, Power Absorption Measures and Comparisons of Selected Wave Energy Converters

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Topics: Absorption , Wave energy converters , Waves , Computer simulation , Displacement , Seabed , Shorelines , Wave energy , Wire

Feasibility Study of a Wave Energy Farm in the Western Mediterranean Sea: Comparison Among Different Technologies

Renata Archetti, Silvia Bozzi, Giuseppe Passoni

OMAE 2011; 447-452doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49372

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View Articletitled, Feasibility Study of a Wave Energy Farm in the Western Mediterranean Sea: Comparison Among Different Technologies

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Topics: Seas , Wave energy , Density , Energy conversion , Energy generation , Ocean engineering , Seabed , Water , Wave energy converters , Wavelength

Hydrodynamic Design and Analysis of Horizontal Axis Marine Current Turbines With Lifting Line and Panel Methods

J. Baltazar, J. Machado, J. A. C. Falca˜o de Campos

OMAE 2011; 453-465doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49377

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydrodynamic Design and Analysis of Horizontal Axis Marine Current Turbines With Lifting Line and Panel Methods

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Topics: Design , Turbines , Blades , Cavitation , Geometry , Optimization , Boundary element methods , Strength (Materials) , Turbine blades , Unsteady flow

A System for Wave Driven Desalination of Seawater

Thomas B. Johannessen, Rolf A. Brandsvoll, Andreas Palmstro̸m, Sindre Sole, Eilif Pedersen, Sverre Steen

OMAE 2011; 467-474doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49419

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View Articletitled, A System for Wave Driven Desalination of Seawater

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Topics: Seawater , Waves , Water , Climate , Wave energy , Floating bodies , Reverse osmosis , Diffraction , Disks , Electric power generation

Phase Averaged Flow Analysis in an Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

Alan Fleming, Irene Penesis, Laurie Goldsworthy, Gregor Macfarlane, Neil Bose, Tom Denniss

OMAE 2011; 475-484doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49426

Abstract

View Articletitled, Phase Averaged Flow Analysis in an Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

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Topics: Flow (Dynamics) , Water , Wave energy converters , Waves , Ducts , Probes , Testing , Wave frequency

Alleviation of Fatigue in Renewable Energy Support Structures

Feargal Brennan

OMAE 2011; 485-489doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49477

Abstract

View Articletitled, Alleviation of Fatigue in Renewable Energy Support Structures

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Topics: Fatigue , Renewable energy , Design , Explosions , Inspection , Manufacturing , Modeling , North Sea , Ocean engineering , Offshore structures

Hydrodynamic and Aerodynamic Loads on the Behaviour of Offshore Wind Farm

Wei Gong

OMAE 2011; 491-500doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49490

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydrodynamic and Aerodynamic Loads on the Behaviour of Offshore Wind Farm

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Stress , Wind farms , Waves , Wind , Design , Offshore wind turbines , Renewable energy , Wave theory of light , Approximation

Effect of Foundation Modelling Methodology on the Dynamic Response of Offshore Wind Turbine Support Structures

Eric Van Buren

OMAE 2011; 501-510doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49492

Abstract

View Articletitled, Effect of Foundation Modelling Methodology on the Dynamic Response of Offshore Wind Turbine Support Structures

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Topics: Dynamic response , Modeling , Ocean engineering , Offshore wind turbines , Wind , Optimization , Design , Boundary-value problems , Computation , Computer software

A Finite Element Model for Efficiency of a Moored Floating OWC Device in Regular Waves

Jean-Roch Nader, Song-Ping Zhu, Paul Cooper, Brad Stappenbelt

OMAE 2011; 511-519doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49502

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Finite Element Model for Efficiency of a Moored Floating OWC Device in Regular Waves

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Topics: Finite element model , Mooring , Waves , Pressure , Damping , Energy conversion , Linear wave theory

System Identification of a Floating Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

Brad Stappenbelt, Massimo Fiorentini, Paul Cooper, Song-Ping Zhu, Jean-Roch Nader

OMAE 2011; 521-527doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49532

Abstract

View Articletitled, System Identification of a Floating Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter

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Topics: Water , Wave energy , Wave energy converters

Power Quality Performance of the Tidal Energy Converter, SeaGen

Joseph MacEnri, Matthew Reed, Torbjo¨rn Thiringer

OMAE 2011; 529-536doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49549

Abstract

View Articletitled, Power Quality Performance of the Tidal Energy Converter, SeaGen

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Topics: Thermoelectric coolers , Tidal turbines

Development and Testing of a Point Absorber Wave Energy Conversion

Jacob Foster, Reza Ghorbani, Pierre Garambois

OMAE 2011; 537-541doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49560

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development and Testing of a Point Absorber Wave Energy Conversion

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Topics: Testing , Wave energy , Buoys , Construction , Design , Energy generation , Seas , Tension , Waves

The Dynamic Response of an Offshore Wind Turbine With Realistic Flexibility to Breaking Wave Impact

Erik Jan de Ridder, Pieter Aalberts, Joris van den Berg, Bas Buchner, Johan Peeringa

OMAE 2011; 543-552doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49563

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Dynamic Response of an Offshore Wind Turbine With Realistic Flexibility to Breaking Wave Impact

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Topics: Dynamic response , Offshore wind turbines , Waves , Stress , Excitation , Ocean engineering , Turbines , Water , Wind , Wind turbines

Development of a Vertical Axis Type Marine Turbine Model With Variable-Pitch Blades and Its Basic Performance

Tomoki Ikoma, Koichi Masuda, Chang-Kyu Rheem, Yusuke Yoshimura, Hisaaki Maeda

OMAE 2011; 553-561doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49681

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development of a Vertical Axis Type Marine Turbine Model With Variable-Pitch Blades and Its Basic Performance

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Topics: Blades , Turbines , Computational fluid dynamics , Currents , Hydraulic turbines , Inertia (Mechanics) , Turbine blades

Analysis and Dynamic Scaling of Tethered Wave Energy Converters in Irregular Waves

Erin E. Bachynski, Yin L. Young, Ronald W. Yeung

OMAE 2011; 563-572doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49684

Abstract

View Articletitled, Analysis and Dynamic Scaling of Tethered Wave Energy Converters in Irregular Waves

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Topics: Wave energy converters , Waves , Mooring , Radiation (Physics) , Wave energy , Analytical methods , Computer simulation , Cylinders , Damping , Design

Expected Values of Wave Power Absorption Around the Japanese Islands Using OWC Types With Projecting Walls

Tomoki Ikoma, Hiroyuki Osawa, Koichi Masuda, Hiisaaki Maeda

OMAE 2011; 573-580doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49685

Abstract

View Articletitled, Expected Values of Wave Power Absorption Around the Japanese Islands Using OWC Types With Projecting Walls

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Topics: Absorption , Wave energy , Nozzles , Resonance , Seas , Standing waves , Water , Wave frequency

Irregular Wave Forces on Monopile Foundations: Effect of Full Nonlinearity and Bed Slope

Signe Schlo̸er, Henrik Bredmose, Harry B. Bingham

OMAE 2011; 581-588doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49709

Abstract

View Articletitled, Irregular Wave Forces on Monopile Foundations: Effect of Full Nonlinearity and Bed Slope

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Topics: Wave forces , Waves , Linear wave theory , Morison equation , Nonlinear waves , Seabed , Wave packets , Wave theory of light

Comparison of Time and Frequency Domain Simulations of an Offshore Floating Wind Turbine

Maxime Philippe, Aure´lien Babarit, Pierre Ferrant

OMAE 2011; 589-598doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49722

Abstract

View Articletitled, Comparison of Time and Frequency Domain Simulations of an Offshore Floating Wind Turbine

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Topics: Floating wind turbines , Simulation , Stress , Wind turbines , Damping , Degrees of freedom , Design , Hydrostatics , Impulse (Physics) , Mooring

Tidal Turbine Blades: Design and Dynamic Loads Estimation Using CFD and Blade Element Momentum Theory

Ce´line Faudot, Ole G. Dahlhaug

OMAE 2011; 599-608doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49740

Abstract

View Articletitled, Tidal Turbine Blades: Design and Dynamic Loads Estimation Using CFD and Blade Element Momentum Theory

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Topics: Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Design , Momentum , Stress , Tidal turbines , Tides , Turbines , Wind turbines , Computation

A Conceptual Design Method for Parametric Study of Blades for Offshore Wind Turbines

Lars Fro̸yd, Ole G. Dahlhaug

OMAE 2011; 609-618doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49743

Abstract

View Articletitled, A Conceptual Design Method for Parametric Study of Blades for Offshore Wind Turbines

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Topics: Blades , Conceptual design , Offshore wind turbines , Design , Rotors , Aerodynamics , Airfoils , Boundary element methods , Engineering simulation , Fluid-dynamic forces

CFD Simulation and Experimental Validation of a Vertical Axis Turbine: Toward Variable Pitch Cross-Flow Marine Turbine for Maximizing Hydropower Extraction—The SHIVA Project

Benoit Paillard, Jacques-Andre Astolfi, Frederic Hauville

OMAE 2011; 619-627doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49749

Abstract

View Articletitled, CFD Simulation and Experimental Validation of a Vertical Axis Turbine: Toward Variable Pitch Cross-Flow Marine Turbine for Maximizing Hydropower Extraction—The SHIVA Project

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Cross-flow , Hydropower , Simulation , Turbines , Blades , Turbulence , Computer simulation , Flow (Dynamics) , Reynolds number

Simulation and Prediction of Loads in Marine Current Turbine Full-Scale Rotor Blades

Junior Senat, Madasamy Arockiasamy

OMAE 2011; 629-636doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49752

Abstract

View Articletitled, Simulation and Prediction of Loads in Marine Current Turbine Full-Scale Rotor Blades

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Topics: Blades , Rotors , Simulation , Stress , Turbines , Torque , Thrust , Waves , Drag (Fluid dynamics) , Linear wave theory

Reliability-Based Fatigue Life Estimation of Ocean Current Turbine Rotor Blades

Shaun Hurley, Madasamy Arockiasamy

OMAE 2011; 637-644doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49760

Abstract

View Articletitled, Reliability-Based Fatigue Life Estimation of Ocean Current Turbine Rotor Blades

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Topics: Blades , Fatigue life , Ocean currents , Reliability , Rotors , Turbines , Cycles , Fatigue failure , Safety , Stress

Vertical Wave Impacts on Offshore Wind Turbine Inspection Platforms

Henrik Bredmose, Niels G. Jacobsen

OMAE 2011; 645-654doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49785

Abstract

View Articletitled, Vertical Wave Impacts on Offshore Wind Turbine Inspection Platforms

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Topics: Inspection , Offshore wind turbines , Waves , Flow (Dynamics) , Resolution (Optics) , Fluids , Stress , Water

Model Experiments on the Motion of a SPAR Type Floating Wind Turbine in Wind and Waves

Toshiki Chujo, Shigesuke Ishida, Yoshimasa Minami, Tadashi Nimura, Shunji Inoue

OMAE 2011; 655-662doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49793

Abstract

View Articletitled, Model Experiments on the Motion of a SPAR Type Floating Wind Turbine in Wind and Waves

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Topics: Floating wind turbines , Waves , Wind , Floating structures , Wind turbines , Water , Offshore wind turbines , Wind tunnels , Blades , Electric power generation

The Adequacy of Phase-Averaged Models for Modelling Wave Farms

Matt Folley, Trevor Whittaker

OMAE 2011; 663-671doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49810

Abstract

View Articletitled, The Adequacy of Phase-Averaged Models for Modelling Wave Farms

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Topics: Modeling , Waves , Separation (Technology) , Spectra (Spectroscopy) , Wave amplitude , Climate , Computer software , Harbor and coastal engineering , Linear wave theory , Optimization

Design and Efficiency Analysis of a Mechanical Wave Energy Converter

Srinivasan Chandrasekaran, Harender

OMAE 2011; 673-678doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49830

Abstract

View Articletitled, Design and Efficiency Analysis of a Mechanical Wave Energy Converter

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Topics: Design , Power converters , Waves , Rotation , Buoys , Gears , Wave energy , Chain , Generators , Manufacturing

Validation of a New Wave Energy Converter (WEC) Modelling Tool: Application to the Columbia Power WEC

Joao Cruz, Michael Livingstone, Ken Rhinefrank

OMAE 2011; 679-699doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49845

Abstract

View Articletitled, Validation of a New Wave Energy Converter (WEC) Modelling Tool: Application to the Columbia Power WEC

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Topics: Modeling , Wave energy converters , Computer software , Waves , Stress , Control algorithms , Mooring , Nonlinear equations , Spar platforms , Torque

Offshore Wind Farm Construction: Easier, Safer and More Cost Effective

Marc Eijssen

OMAE 2011; 701-709doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49847

Abstract

View Articletitled, Offshore Wind Farm Construction: Easier, Safer and More Cost Effective

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Topics: Construction , Ocean engineering , Wind farms , Fibers , Stress , Damage , Wind , Bearings , Gears , Machinery

Development and Verification of a Computational Fluid Dynamics Model of a Horizontal-Axis Tidal Current Turbine

Michael J. Lawson, Ye Li, Danny C. Sale

OMAE 2011; 711-720doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49863

Abstract

View Articletitled, Development and Verification of a Computational Fluid Dynamics Model of a Horizontal-Axis Tidal Current Turbine

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Topics: Computational fluid dynamics , Tides , Turbines , Blades , Engineering simulation , Simulation , Transients (Dynamics) , Flow (Dynamics) , Momentum , Resolution (Optics)

Flow Energy Harvesting by Fluttering Slender Bodies in Axial Currents

Se´bastien Michelin, Kiran Singh, Emmanuel de Langre

OMAE 2011; 721-727doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49922

Abstract

View Articletitled, Flow Energy Harvesting by Fluttering Slender Bodies in Axial Currents

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Topics: Currents , Energy harvesting , Flow (Dynamics) , Cylinders , Fluids , Oscillations , Damping , Design , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Flutter (Aerodynamics)

Basic Parameters of Working Model of Floating Offshore Power Farm

Oleg Ya. Timofeev, Anatoly B. Kartashev, Mikhail S. Trub, Nikolay A. Valdman

OMAE 2011; 729-737doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49923

Abstract

View Articletitled, Basic Parameters of Working Model of Floating Offshore Power Farm

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Renewable energy sources

Tidal Turbine Blade Selection for Optimal Performance in an Array

Rachel F. Nicholls-Lee, Stephen R. Turnock, Stephen W. Boyd

OMAE 2011; 739-747doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49943

Abstract

View Articletitled, Tidal Turbine Blade Selection for Optimal Performance in an Array

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Topics: Blades , Tidal turbines , Tides , Turbines , Cycles , Composite materials , Design , Energy conversion , Flow (Dynamics) , Hydrofoil

Grid Integration of Wave and Tidal Energy

Anne Blavette, Dara L. O’Sullivan, Antony W. Lewis, Michael G. Egan

OMAE 2011; 749-758doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49953

Abstract

View Articletitled, Grid Integration of Wave and Tidal Energy

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Topics: Tides , Waves , Ocean energy , Dynamic models , Dynamic modeling , Wind energy , Energy generation , Fluctuations (Physics) , Generators , Power systems (Machinery)

Optimization of Mooring Configuration Parameters of Floating Wave Energy Converters

Pedro C. Vicente, Anto´nio F. O. Falca˜o, Paulo A. P. Justino

OMAE 2011; 759-765doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49955

Abstract

View Articletitled, Optimization of Mooring Configuration Parameters of Floating Wave Energy Converters

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Topics: Mooring , Optimization , Wave energy converters , Absorption , Design , Waves , Buoys , Cables , Currents , Equilibrium (Physics)

WINDOPT: An Optimization Tool for Floating Support Structures for Deep Water Wind Turbines

Ivar Fylling, Petter Andreas Berthelsen

OMAE 2011; 767-776doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49985

Abstract

View Articletitled, WINDOPT: An Optimization Tool for Floating Support Structures for Deep Water Wind Turbines

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Topics: Optimization , Water , Wind turbines , Buoys , Cables , Mooring , Spar platforms , Wing spars , Design , Vessels

Modelling Techniques for Underwater Noise Generated by Tidal Turbines in Shallow Waters

Thomas P. Lloyd, Stephen R. Turnock, Victor F. Humphrey

OMAE 2011; 777-785doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-49994

Abstract

View Articletitled, Modelling Techniques for Underwater Noise Generated by Tidal Turbines in Shallow Waters

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Topics: Modeling , Noise (Sound) , Tidal turbines , Water , Turbines , Flow (Dynamics) , Inflow , Pressure , Sound pressure , Turbulence

Efficiency and Optimal Loading of Contra-Rotating Marine Turbines

Wei Xu, Spyros A. Kinnas

OMAE 2011; 787-795doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50008

Abstract

View Articletitled, Efficiency and Optimal Loading of Contra-Rotating Marine Turbines

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Topics: Turbines , Inflow , Optimization , Torque

Structural Design of a Horizontal-Axis Tidal Current Turbine Composite Blade

Gunjit S. Bir, Michael J. Lawson, Ye Li

OMAE 2011; 797-808doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50063

Abstract

View Articletitled, Structural Design of a Horizontal-Axis Tidal Current Turbine Composite Blade

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Topics: Blades , Composite materials , Structural design , Tides , Turbines , Stress , Design , Stiffness , Chords (Trusses) , Computational fluid dynamics

Long-Term Reliability Analysis of a Spar Buoy-Supported Floating Offshore Wind Turbine

A. Sultania, L. Manuel

OMAE 2011; 809-818doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50072

Abstract

View Articletitled, Long-Term Reliability Analysis of a Spar Buoy-Supported Floating Offshore Wind Turbine

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Topics: Buoys , Event history analysis , Offshore wind turbines , Spar platforms , Wing spars , Stress , Turbines , Simulation , Water , Reliability

Global Analysis of a Floating Wind Turbine Using an Aero-Hydro-Elastic Numerical Model: Part 2—Benchmark Study

Neil Luxcey, Harald Ormberg, Elizabeth Passano

OMAE 2011; 819-827doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50088

Abstract

View Articletitled, Global Analysis of a Floating Wind Turbine Using an Aero-Hydro-Elastic Numerical Model: Part 2—Benchmark Study

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Topics: Computer simulation , Floating wind turbines , Blades , Elasticity , Energy generation , Ocean engineering , Wind turbines , Aeroelasticity , Collaboration , Deflection

Influence of the Guide Vanes Solidity on the Performance of a Radial Impulse Turbine With Pitch-Controlled Guide Vanes

Bruno Pereiras, Manabu Takao, Fernando Garcia, Francisco Castro

OMAE 2011; 829-836doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50105

Abstract

View Articletitled, Influence of the Guide Vanes Solidity on the Performance of a Radial Impulse Turbine With Pitch-Controlled Guide Vanes

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Topics: Guide vanes , Impulse (Physics) , Turbines , Computer simulation , Damping , Design , Ocean energy , Pressure drop

Global Analysis of a Floating Wind Turbine Using an Aero-Hydro-Elastic Model: Part 1—Code Development and Case Study

Harald Ormberg, Elizabeth Passano, Neil Luxcey

OMAE 2011; 837-847doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50114

Abstract

View Articletitled, Global Analysis of a Floating Wind Turbine Using an Aero-Hydro-Elastic Model: Part 1—Code Development and Case Study

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Topics: Floating wind turbines , Blades , Dynamics (Mechanics) , Mooring , Simulation , Waves , Wind , Wind turbines , Computer simulation , Computers

Marine Scour and Offshore Wind: Lessons Learnt and Future Challenges

John M. Harris, Richard J. S. Whitehouse, James Sutherland

OMAE 2011; 849-858doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50117

Abstract

View Articletitled, Marine Scour and Offshore Wind: Lessons Learnt and Future Challenges

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Topics: Ocean engineering , Wind , Wind farms , Construction , Seabed , Tides , Design , Hazard analysis , Waves , Gravity (Force)

Numerical Tower Shadow Modeling for a Downwind Wind Turbine Truss Tower

Torbjo̸rn Ruud Hagen, Marit Reiso, Michael Muskulus

OMAE 2011; 859-870doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50118

Abstract

View Articletitled, Numerical Tower Shadow Modeling for a Downwind Wind Turbine Truss Tower

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Topics: Modeling , Shades and shadows , Trusses (Building) , Wind turbines , Blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer simulation , Cross section (Physics) , Engineering simulation , Fatigue damage

Decentralised Control Design for Load Mitigation in Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines (HAWTS)

Fredrik Sandquist, Geir Moe, Olimpo Anaya-Lara

OMAE 2011; 871-878doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50147

Abstract

View Articletitled, Decentralised Control Design for Load Mitigation in Horizontal Axis Wind Turbines (HAWTS)

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Topics: Design , Horizontal axis wind turbines , Stress , Wind turbines , Control equipment , Blades , Turbines , Active damping , Bearings , Control algorithms

Passive Energy Extraction Through Oscillation of a Yawing Flat Plate Operating in a Uniform Current

Antonio Carlos Fernandes, Mohammadmehdi Armandei

OMAE 2011; 879-886doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50175

Abstract

View Articletitled, Passive Energy Extraction Through Oscillation of a Yawing Flat Plate Operating in a Uniform Current

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Topics: Flat plates , Oscillations , Yaw , Currents , Dimensions , Springs , Wakes , Waves

Three Dimensional LES Simulation of Bi-Directional Turbine for Wave Energy Conversion

Carlos Velez, Brent Papesh, Marcel Ilie, Zhihua Qu

OMAE 2011; 887-891doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50228

Abstract

View Articletitled, Three Dimensional LES Simulation of Bi-Directional Turbine for Wave Energy Conversion

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Topics: Simulation , Turbines , Wave energy , Waves , Buoys , Flow (Dynamics) , Stress , Computational fluid dynamics , Conceptual design , Control algorithms

Short and Long Term Extreme Reliability Analysis Applied to Floating Wind Turbine Design

Timothe´e Perdrizet, Daniel Averbuch

OMAE 2011; 893-898doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50264

Abstract

View Articletitled, Short and Long Term Extreme Reliability Analysis Applied to Floating Wind Turbine Design

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Topics: Design , Event history analysis , Floating wind turbines , Failure , Collaboration , Ocean engineering , Probability , Stress , Waves , Wind

Hydrokinetic Energy Harnessing Using the VIVACE Converter With Passive Turbulence Control

Che-Chun Chang, Michael M. Bernitsas

OMAE 2011; 899-908doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50290

Abstract

View Articletitled, Hydrokinetic Energy Harnessing Using the VIVACE Converter With Passive Turbulence Control

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Topics: Hydropower , Turbulence , Flow (Dynamics) , Vortex-induced vibration , Synchronization , Circular cylinders , Cylinders , Damping , Reynolds number , Shear (Mechanics)

Near-Field Flow Downstream of a Barrage: Experiments, 3-D, CFD and Depth-Averaged Modelling

Penelope Jeffcoate, Peter K. Stansby, David Apsley

OMAE 2011; 909-918doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50291

Abstract

View Articletitled, Near-Field Flow Downstream of a Barrage: Experiments, 3-D, CFD and Depth-Averaged Modelling

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Topics: Barrages , Computational fluid dynamics , Flow (Dynamics) , Modeling , Sediments , Water , Computation , Electric power generation , Energy generation , Flumes

Mathematical Modeling and Numerical Simulation of Fluid Flow Effects on Marine Current Turbines

Amit J. Singh, Madasamy Arockiasamy

OMAE 2011; 919-928doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50325

Abstract

View Articletitled, Mathematical Modeling and Numerical Simulation of Fluid Flow Effects on Marine Current Turbines

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Topics: Computer simulation , Fluid dynamics , Modeling , Turbines , Rotors , Computer software , Turbine blades , Computational fluid dynamics , Computer-aided design , Design

Study on the Dynamic Response for Floating Foundation of Offshore Wind Turbine

Yougang Tang, Jun Hu, Liqin Liu

OMAE 2011; 929-933doi:https://doi.org/10.1115/OMAE2011-50329

Abstract

View Articletitled, Study on the Dynamic Response for Floating Foundation of Offshore Wind Turbine

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Topics: Dynamic response , Offshore wind turbines , Mooring , Ocean energy , Seas , Wind turbines , Finite element model , Floating wind turbines , Ocean engineering , Semi-submersible offshore structures