We offer full support, from design to analysis, for numerical and experimental test programmes. Services include:
Numerical modelling:
- Determining the most appropriate modelling techniques (frequency or time domain, analytical, numerical, which software, e.g. Matlab, OrcaFlex, Python) for the stage of concept/device development and for the intended use of the outputs
- Designing numerical test plans, including timeline and required hardware resources
- Hydrodynamic model development, including WAMIT/Nemoh, Mathworks, OrcaFlex
- Model calibration and validation using data from suitably designed tank tests
- Parametric optimisation of WEC design against suitable metrics (e.g. minimise harmful loads as well as maximise performance)
- Hydraulic modelling of Power Take-Off systems
- Control design and modelling
Physical modelling:
- Designing tank test programmes, following best practice guidelines (as defined by EquiMar, EMEC, University of Edinburgh)
- Reviewing and evaluating test programmes, model design and tank setup
- Designing instrumentation for scale models
- Executing tests, including sense-checking of data during tests
- Data acquisition, processing, analysis and reporting
Other:
- Levelised Cost Of Energy modelling
- Assistance in preparing funding proposals
- Full scale data analysis and model validation