CONTROL TECHNIQUES FOR WAVE ENERGY CONVERTERS

Optimal phase control in random waves requires the
prediction of incoming wave and heavy computing.
Sub-optimal control strategies by latching were devised by
several teams.
Usually, control algorithm determines the duration of time
the oscillator is kept fixed (latched) in each wave cycle.
Alternative strategy is in terms of load (not time
duration):
Opposing force to be overcome before the body is
released.