Omni directional wave energy apparatus and method

摘要

A wave energy converter (1) consisting of a pole (2) with a wave catching structure (9) connected to a base (7) through a ball or universal joint (6). The pole oscillates as the waves hit the different sides of the wave catching structure. The pole is biased towards the vertical position. The motion of the pole activates devices for absorption and extraction of energy such as piston cylinders (3) with one end attached to the pole and the other to the base (7) by ball or universal joints (4) and (5), which also restrict the motion of the pole along specific meridians by use of appropriate hydraulic components. The possibility of motion of the wave catching structure along the pole increases the absorption of wave energy. Being able to exploit waves from any direction and also to assume a floating form, it is suitable for both deep and shallow waters.

主权项

1. Apparatus for extracting energy from waves comprising:
A pole (2) with one end attached to a base (7) by a universal joint or ball joint (6). A wave catching structure (9) attached to the other end of said pole. Elements to extract energy (3), (70), (73), (74), (701), (702), (703), (704) from the relative motion of the pole with respect to the base. A system (3), (401), (402), (403), (404) to restrict to certain directions the motion of the pole (2) with respect to the base (7).