Optimization on Hydrodynamic Performance for First Level Energy-Capturing Enhancement of a Floating Wave Energy Converter System with Flapping-Panel-Slope

Based on the wave reflection principle, a floating flapping-panel energy converter was developed. The feasibility study and optimization of new WEC carried out by laboratory research computational fluid dynamics techniques. A numerical model developed for an in-depth to establish relationship between slope tilt angle power. results different periods show that power take-off damping coefficient has significant effect Meanwhile, effects flap length height resonance are investigated. Finally, preliminary physical test device is conducted. flapping-panel-slope structure very feasible effective with good hydrodynamic performance.