Flume Experiments on Energy Conversion Behavior for Oscillating Buoy Devices Interacting with Different Wave Types

Oscillating buoy device, also known as point absorber, is an important wave energy converter (WEC) for development and utilization. The previous work primarily focused on the optimization of mechanical design, buoy’s array configuration site selection with larger density in order to improve generation performance. In this work, enlightened by potential availability Bragg reflection induced multiple submerged breakwaters nearshore areas, we investigate conversion behavior oscillating devices under different types (traveling waves, partial fully standing waves) flume experiments. localized field generated resonance at incident side rippled bottoms. Furthermore, vertical baffle installed flume. Then power performance discussed conditions same height but types. experimental measurements show that WEC could be improved condition waves when compared traveling waves. This provides comparison evidence response between travelling (fully or partial) conditions.