Bench Testing Data and Report for an Early Prototype Pitch Resonator WEC

Description

This dataset encompasses data and documentation from bench tests conducted on an early prototype of a "pitch resonator" wave energy converter (WEC). The testing aimed to validate numerical models and reduce risks associated with the pitch resonator concept, which is designed to convert the pitching and rolling motions of a buoy into electrical power. The project's goal is to provide supplementary power, in the range of 10-100 watts, to the National Science Foundation's Ocean Observatories Initiative Pioneer Array. Two distinct testing phases are documented: one using a single degree of freedom (1DOF) test rig, and another employing a six degree of freedom (6DOF) Stewart platform, known as the Large Amplitude Motion Platform (LAMP). These tests assessed various factors, such as system performance in different motion scenarios, the torque exerted by wave forces, and the impact of mounting configurations. The dataset includes raw test data in MATLAB (.mat) format, detailed metadata, and a report describing the experimental procedures and preliminary findings.

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Name Format Description Link
53 This log outlines the test information for all data files in Test Data.zip, including test inputs, conditions, and notes for each set of collected data. The file contains two sheets: one detailing data files collected with the 1DOF "swing" rig, and one the 6DOF "LAMP" rig data files. https://mhkdr.openei.org/files/558/Pioneer_2024_test_log.xlsx
21 This YouTube video introduces the pitch resonator project, featuring visualizations of the WEC and discussions about the current testing phase and future development plans. https://youtu.be/ic-ivEF9eTs?si=2kUbLITAxNNyXF41
57 This archive contains raw test data from both 1DOF and 6DOF experiments, saved in MATLAB data file format (.mat). Each file corresponds to a specific test and is detailed in the accompanying Test Log.xlsx file. https://mhkdr.openei.org/files/558/Pioneer_2024.zip
21 This report provides a detailed overview of the testing procedures, experimental methods, and key results from both the 1DOF and 6DOF testing campaigns. https://doi.org/10.2172/2429934

Tags

  • bench-testing
  • ooi
  • pioneer-array
  • power-the-blue-economy
  • autonomous-power
  • pbe
  • lamp
  • swing
  • pitch-resonator
  • matlab
  • stewart-platform
  • wec
  • nsf
  • 1dof
  • model-validation
  • 6dof
  • technology
  • technical-report
  • raw-data
  • video
  • wave-energy-converter
  • large-amplitude-motion-platform

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