Oregon Wave Energy Trust

Wave Lab Testing and Model Analysis

During this research effort Neptune will build a scale model WEC and utilize the Wave Lab at Oregon State University to test the performance of the model. This next generation model (i.e., a 1/10 scale model called Model 2.0) will include additional configuration capabilities, additional and more sensitive instrumentation, and full power-take-off (PTO) modeling.

Once built, this model will then be used to conduct an extensive round of wave-lab tests at the O.H. Hinsdale Wave Research Laboratory at Oregon State University. This model will be tested in a number of real-world ocean scenarios but, most importantly, a full round of testing will be done with Oregon-based sea states.

Partners: Neptune Wave Power, Northwest National Marine Renewable Energy Center, Oregon State University, Waldron Engineering, Buzzwerk
Completed: 2011
Cost: $39,750
Download: Final Report

Reaching Out

Did You Know?

Oregon is a leader in wave energy.

Oregon focuses on a collaborative model for getting wave energy projects in the water.

That Oregon’s Coastline is among a few places in the world that has the key elements to tap into wave energy?

That Oregon can enjoy an abundance of energy generated by ocean waves?

That our state contains internationally- recognized experts who are leading efforts to responsibly develop wave energy?

That Oregon has capacity to build, maintain and deliver sustainable wave energy power to the grid?

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Why support Oregon Wave Energy Trust?

Wave energy is one key part of the comprehensive alternative energy solution for Oregon. And thanks to a combination of unique characteristics is the only source of energy where Oregon enjoys such a clear competitive advantage. As a result, Oregon’s wave energy industry provides myriad opportunities to deliver significant economic benefits to the state.

Oregon Wave Energy Trust (OWET) works closely with our state- wide stakeholders: fishing and environmental groups, coastal communities and industry, government agencies and other partners in responsibly developing this new industry while establishing Oregon as the North American leader in wave energy. The work that we do is the real benefit we offer our members.

Our Founding Partners

Oregon Wave Energy Trust was funded in part with Oregon State Lottery Funds administered by the Oregon Business Development Department. It is one of six Oregon Innovation Council initiatives supporting innovation and long term economic growth.