Current status of Wells Turbine for Wave Energy Conversion |
Author(s): |
| Patel Jayendrakumar Jagdishchandra , Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technical Education and Research Center; Tejendra B. Patel, Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technical Education and Research Center; Devendra A. Patel, C.G. Patel Institute of Technology |
Keywords: |
| oscillating water column, Wells Turbine, Blade Geometry |
Abstract |
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The method of wave energy conversion utilizes an oscillating water column (OWC). The OWC converts wave energy into low-pressure pneumatic energy in the form of bi-directional airflow. Wells has been used to convert this pneumatic power into uni-directional mechanical shaft power. But a Wells turbine has inherent disadvantages like lower efficiency and poorer starting characteristics. This paper provides current status of wells turbine and reviews various researches done to improve starting and running characteristics of wells turbine. |
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Paper ID: IJSRDV2I11035 Published in: Volume : 2, Issue : 11 Publication Date: 01/02/2015 Page(s): 91-96 |
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