Generation of compressed air using wave energy

Mechanical engineering

Generation of compressed air using wave energy” a unique hydro kinetic energy system that relies on "vortex induced vibrations" and not on conventional energy forms like waves, tides, turbines or dams. The equipment used to harness this energy is called “Generation of compressed air using wave energy”. It works in flows moving slower than 2 knots (about 2 miles per hour.) Most of the Earths currents are slower than 3 knots. Turbines and water mills need an average of 5 or 6 knots to operate efficiently. Generation of compressed air using wave energy uses the physical phenomenon of vortex induced vibration in which water current flows around cylinders inducing reciprocating motion. The energy contained in the movement of the cylinder is then converted to electric energy by suitable mechanism like piston and cylinder.

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