Based on the matching conditions of different fluid regions, the eigenfunction expansion method is used to develop a theoretical formula for wave reflection in front of the perforated structure with a partially slit f...Based on the matching conditions of different fluid regions, the eigenfunction expansion method is used to develop a theoretical formula for wave reflection in front of the perforated structure with a partially slit front wall. The accuracy of the solution is verified by comparing the numerical results with experimental data. In addition, a new hydraulic design method is developed by derivation of the theoretical formula with respect to the porosity of the slit wall, and the results of this design method is drafted for harbour engineers to use.展开更多
In this paper,using potential flow theory and assuming that the pressure in the air cabin is proportional to the vertical velocity of the water column,we establish a hydrodynamic model for OWC wave energy convertors,r...In this paper,using potential flow theory and assuming that the pressure in the air cabin is proportional to the vertical velocity of the water column,we establish a hydrodynamic model for OWC wave energy convertors,resulting in a collection of illustrative plates,from which the behaviour of an OWC and the relation between its parameters are discussed. Optimization theory is used to design an optimum convertor working in irregular waves. It is found that the numerical results fit well the experimental data.展开更多
文摘Based on the matching conditions of different fluid regions, the eigenfunction expansion method is used to develop a theoretical formula for wave reflection in front of the perforated structure with a partially slit front wall. The accuracy of the solution is verified by comparing the numerical results with experimental data. In addition, a new hydraulic design method is developed by derivation of the theoretical formula with respect to the porosity of the slit wall, and the results of this design method is drafted for harbour engineers to use.
文摘In this paper,using potential flow theory and assuming that the pressure in the air cabin is proportional to the vertical velocity of the water column,we establish a hydrodynamic model for OWC wave energy convertors,resulting in a collection of illustrative plates,from which the behaviour of an OWC and the relation between its parameters are discussed. Optimization theory is used to design an optimum convertor working in irregular waves. It is found that the numerical results fit well the experimental data.