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Sea Wave Energy Wave Line Magnet
The Waveline Magnet is comprised of an array of flexible assemblies linked by a spine power system. The patented technology allows the wave to pass through the system, generating power as the wave rises and falls. The wave energy converter is designed to embrace the surface of the sea, or the ‘wave line’ as it is often referred to by SWEL. This allows the WEC to become ONE MOVING MASS with the wave itself creating a unique interaction that allows SWEL to REGULATE how much energy is extracted from the wave in a CONTROLLED AND NON-DISRUPTIVE manner. The seamless and frictionless interaction is a UNIQUE CHARACTERISTIC of the technology that allows it to work in harmony and in synchronization with the deployed sea area, IRRESPECTIVE of the wave profile and the weather conditions.
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.
100000 KW
Surface ExpressionTrue
Estimated TRL
Estimated Technology Readiness Level scale from 1 to 9 with 9 being the most mature technology
TRL Last updated: 22 September 2023
6
Energy Resource
- Wave
Water Column Position
Surface
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Submerged - Mid
Entire Water Column
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Submerged - Bottom
Last Modified
6 May 2025
Citation Formats
“Sea Wave Energy Wave Line Magnet.” Marine Energy Projects Database: Devices, PRIMRE, United States Department of Energy, https://openei.org/wiki/PRIMRE/Databases/Projects_Database/Devices/Sea_Wave_Energy_Wave_Line_Magnet. Accessed <day> <monthRoman> <year>.
Marine Energy Projects Database: Devices. <year>. "Sea Wave Energy Wave Line Magnet." Accessed <monthRoman> <day>, <year>. https://openei.org/wiki/PRIMRE/Databases/Projects_Database/Devices/Sea_Wave_Energy_Wave_Line_Magnet.
