The aim of this Task was to conduct cooperative research concerning the generation, transmission, and economics of integrating ocean energy into electrical grids and to provide a forum for relevant information exchange.
Specific objectives:
The programme consisted on the following Subtasks:
Subtask 3.1: Identify issues and opportunities
Identification of integration issues that are different from those involved with the integration of wind energy and the opportunities associated with the integration of ocean energy.
Subtask 3.2: Describe the dynamic characteristics of ocean energy electricity generators
The scope of this subtask included:
Subtask 3.3: Identify the near-term and longer-term practical potential of ocean power, through case studies involving the integration of ocean energy plants with distribution and transmission networks
The scope of this subtask included carrying out case studies involving network modelling for integrating ocean energy plants into distribution and transmission networks.
Task 3 was concluded in March 2011 with publication of the following reports:
Potential Opportunities and Differences Associated with Integration of Ocean Wave and Marine Current Energy Plants in Comparison to Wind Energy
J. Khan, G. Bhuyan and A. Moshref (2009)
Key Features and Identification of Needed Improvements to Existing Interconnection Guidelines for Facilitating Integration of Ocean Energy Pilot Projects
J. Khan, G. Bhuyan, and A. Moshref (2009)
Dynamic characteristics of wave and tidal energy converters & a recommended structure for development of a generic model for grid connection
D. O’ Sullivan, D. Mollaghan, A.Blavette and R.Alcorn (2010)
Integrating Wave and Tidal Current Power: Case Studies through Modelling and Simulation
M. S. Múgica, F. S. Fernandez , J. L. Mendia , J. Khan, D. Leon, S. Arabi, A. Moshref, G. Bhuyan, A. Blavette, D. O’Sullivan, R. Alcorn (2011)
