WP04 - Physical Modelling
Work Package 04 - Physical Modelling
ECN will lead WP04, organising and carrying out the physical testing of two small scale models in a two-dimensional configuration, and that of a larger scale model in a more complex three-dimensional configuration. WP04 will interface closely with WP03 (Numerical modelling) and WP05 (Control strategies) in order to obtain inputs for the design of the models. It will feed back WP03 with results from experimental tests, in order to validate the numerical model used for design. Interaction with WP06 will be needed also, in order to provide requirements concerning the instrumentation used for measurement of structural loads. Objectives of WP04 are as follows:
- To generate experimental data for the validation/calibration of numerical simulations undertaken in WP03
- To carry out physical modelling of the most promising concept at larger scale, in more complex and realistic wave climates, for validation of numerical models and design engineering
Work Package Updates
Work Package 04 Update – Project Month 15
Work Package 04 Update – Project Month 15 Over the last six months the physical modelling work stream has focused on the design of the 2D LiftWEC experimental model and specification of the 2D physical test campaign which will produce experimental data for the validation of the numerical tools developed in the project. The model has been designed to permit testing of configurations with either one or two hydrofoils and allows for user variation of
Work Package Deliverables
D4.1 Design of the 2D scale model
D4.1 Design of the 2D scale model Download Deliverable D4.1 Experimental testing of a two-dimensional LiftWEC concept is necessary for the validation of numerical models developed as part of WP3 (Numerical Modelling). The specifications of the model were derived through discussions with the partners involved in the numerical modelling work package, through considerations of the testing facilities available at École Central de Nantes (ECN) and ECN physical model design and testing know how. The
D4.3 Open access experimental data from 2D scale model
D4.3 Open access experimental data from 2D scale model Download Deliverable D4.3 The experimental test campaign of a two-dimensional model of the LiftWEC concept was carried out in June and July 2021. The 2D model was designed, assembled and commissioned by Ecole Centrale de Nantes (ECN). The dataset associated with the experimental measurements was uploaded on Zenodo with DOI https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.5534471. The model tested is composed of one or two hydrofoils rotating around a horizontal axis,
D4.4 Report on physical modelling of 2D LiftWEC concepts
D4.4 Report on Physical Modelling of 2D LiftWEC Concepts Download Deliverable D4.4 The experimental test campaign of a two-dimensional model of the LiftWEC concept, with one or two foils, was carried out in June and July 2021. The 2D model was designed, built, assembled and commissioned by Ecole Centrale de Nantes (ECN). The model allows testing of configurations with one or two foils, with adjustments before each test of the foil angle of attack and
D4.5 3D scale model of the final LiftWEC concept selected
D4.5 3D scale model of the final LiftWEC concept selected Download Deliverable D4.5 Following the experimental testing of a two-dimensional LiftWEC concept and analysis of the results, the final concept is due to be tested in the Hydraulic and Offshore Engineering wave tank (HOET) in Ecole Centrale de Nantes (ECN). This document provides specifications of the physical model, that were derived through discussions with the partners involved in the numerical modelling work package, through considerations
