The Wave Energy Research Group at Aalborg University (AAU) will offer a 6-day Ph.D. course in Aalborg, running from 26th May to 1st June.
The work on developing wave energy converters (WECs) typically involves intensive laboratory model testing in wave tanks and/or flumes at the earlier stages, and intensive testing and monitoring of prototypes in real seas at later stages. When working with optimization of the power performance of a wave energy converter, the control hereof, via the power take-off system is of paramount importance, the organizer said.
The course will cover general introduction, experimental modelling and testing; theoretical approach to advanced WEC control; and implementation of advanced WEC control in experimental models.