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Buogralon WEC
The Buogralon wave energy converter (WEC) is an attenuator device that absorbs energy from multiple degrees of freedom. It utilizes a patented mechanical power take-off (PTO) system intended to improve efficiency and overall performance relative to typical hydraulic machinery, as well as to minimize the downtime associated with operations and maintenance. The design consists of an assembly of flexing and floating segments meant to absorb energy from diverse wave environments, including multi-directional seas, and is intended for deployment in intermediate and deep waters. The target power rating for a single Buogralon WEC is 500 kW, with a peak annual energy production of 4.4 MWh.
Additional Information
Device Status
Is the device actively being developed or is available for purchase (active)? Or has development or support ended (inactive)?
Active
Technology Type
Power Take-Off
Mechanism that converts the motion of the prime mover into a useful form of energy such as electricity, learn more
Hydraulic Generator
Max Rated Power Capacity
The maximum amount of electricity that can be produced by the device, as rated by the manufacturer.
500 KW
Surface ExpressionTrue
Estimated TRL
Estimated Technology Readiness Level scale from 1 to 9 with 9 being the most mature technology
TRL Last updated: 3 February 2025
3
Energy Resource
- Wave
Water Column Position
Surface
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Submerged - Mid
Entire Water Column
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Submerged - Bottom
Last Modified
13 June 2025
Citation Formats
“Buogralon WEC.” Marine Energy Projects Database: Devices, PRIMRE, United States Department of Energy, https://openei.org/wiki/PRIMRE/Databases/Projects_Database/Devices/Buogralon_WEC. Accessed <day> <monthRoman> <year>.
Marine Energy Projects Database: Devices. <year>. "Buogralon WEC." Accessed <monthRoman> <day>, <year>. https://openei.org/wiki/PRIMRE/Databases/Projects_Database/Devices/Buogralon_WEC.
