A Novel Hybrid Algorithm for Optimized Solutions in Ocean Renewable Energy Industry: Enhancing Power Take-Off Parameters and Site Selection Procedure of Wave Energy Converters

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2309.10606v1
• Date: Tue, 19 Sep 2023 13:30:17 GMT
• Title: A Novel Hybrid Algorithm for Optimized Solutions in Ocean Renewable Energy Industry: Enhancing Power Take-Off Parameters and Site Selection Procedure of Wave Energy Converters
• Authors: Hossein Mehdipour, Erfan Amini, Seyed Taghi Naeeni, Mehdi Neshat
• Abstract summary: Ocean renewable energy, particularly wave energy, has emerged as a pivotal component for diversifying the global energy portfolio. This study delves into the optimization of power take-off (PTO) parameters and the site selection process for an offshore oscillating surge wave energy converter (OSWEC) By employing the HC-EGWO method, we achieved an upswing of up to 3.31% in power output compared to other methods.
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• Abstract: Ocean renewable energy, particularly wave energy, has emerged as a pivotal component for diversifying the global energy portfolio, reducing dependence on fossil fuels, and mitigating climate change impacts. This study delves into the optimization of power take-off (PTO) parameters and the site selection process for an offshore oscillating surge wave energy converter (OSWEC). However, the intrinsic dynamics of these interactions, coupled with the multi-modal nature of the optimization landscape, make this a daunting challenge. Addressing this, we introduce the novel Hill Climb - Explorative Gray Wolf Optimizer (HC-EGWO). This new methodology blends a local search method with a global optimizer, incorporating dynamic control over exploration and exploitation rates. This balance paves the way for an enhanced exploration of the solution space, ensuring the identification of superior-quality solutions. Further anchoring our approach, a feasibility landscape analysis based on linear water wave theory assumptions and the flap's maximum angular motion is conducted. This ensures the optimized OSWEC consistently operates within safety and efficiency parameters. Our findings hold significant promise for the development of more streamlined OSWEC power take-off systems. They provide insights for selecting the prime offshore site, optimizing power output, and bolstering the overall adoption of ocean renewable energy sources. Impressively, by employing the HC-EGWO method, we achieved an upswing of up to 3.31% in power output compared to other methods. This substantial increment underscores the efficacy of our proposed optimization approach. Conclusively, the outcomes offer invaluable knowledge for deploying OSWECs in the South Caspian Sea, where unique environmental conditions intersect with considerable energy potential.

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