Will oscillating wave surge converters survive tsunamis

摘要: a b s t r c With an increasing emphasis on renewable energy resources, wave power technology is becoming one of the realistic solutions. However, 2011 tsunami in Japan was harsh reminder ferocity ocean. It known that tsunamis are nearly undetectable open ocean but as approaches shore its compressed, creating large destructive waves. The question posed here whether oscillating surge converter (OWSC) could withstand force incoming tsunami. Several tools used to provide answer: analytical 3D model developed within framework linear theory, numerical based non-linear shallow water equations and empirical formulas. Numerical results show run-up draw-down can be amplified under some circumstances, leading OWSC lying dry ground!