Preliminary investigation of a novel breakwater combining coastal defence and energy generation for near shore environments

Hillmann, Mark and Quayle, Stephen and Li, Ming (2011) Preliminary investigation of a novel breakwater combining coastal defence and energy generation for near shore environments. In: ICE Coastal Management 2011, 2011-11-15 - 2011-11-16.

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Abstract

This paper presents the concept and initial tank testing of a novel low profile floating breakwater incorporating energy generation. The breakwater is intended to be anchored parallel to the coast with a beach at the front of the device to rotate the incoming waves towards collector tubes. The water hammer principle is used to harvest the high water particle velocities, charging a rear mounted high pressure reservoir which is then used to drive a conventional turbine for electrical energy production. The ability to provide breakwater benefits in smaller wave climates should open areas where combined protection and generation give competitive economic returns.

Item Type:
Contribution to Conference (Paper)
Journal or Publication Title:
ICE Coastal Management 2011
Uncontrolled Keywords:
/dk/atira/pure/core/keywords/engineering
Subjects:
?? engineeringta engineering (general). civil engineering (general) ??
ID Code:
53686
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Deposited On:
24 Apr 2012 09:23
Refereed?:
Yes
Published?:
Published
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31 Dec 2023 00:03