Powering Progress: MEGA WAVE PTO Newsletter #3
The MEGA WAVE PTO project continues to advance Europe’s wave energy technology. In this third edition, we highlight new modelling tools, early prototype testing, our official project video, and the launch of the Partner Spotlight Series, celebrating the engineers and researchers driving our progress.
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What’s inside?
System Development Updates:
Wave-to-Wire Modelling (D4.1) – Integrated simulations of mechanical, electrical, and hydrodynamic subsystems to optimise PTO performance under varying sea conditions.
Economic Assessment (D2.1) – Analysis of key cost drivers for WEC reference cases, supporting smarter design and investment decisions.
Power Electronics Evaluation (D5.1) – Final review of system-level modelling and converter integration, enabling modular and efficient PTO solutions.
Partner Spotlight Series:
Prof. Dr. Markus Mueller – Driving scalable, modular generator designs, enhancing reliability and efficiency in offshore renewable energy.
Dr. Joseph Burchell – Leading CGEN Engineering’s efforts in modular generator technology, ensuring high-performance systems for Europe’s Blue Economy.
Recognition & Awards:
CGEN Engineering Ltd. named Scotland CleanTech Start-Up of the Year 2025 and UK CleanTech Start-Up of the Year 2025, showcasing their contribution to innovative, resilient wave energy solutions.
Research Highlights:
TU Crete (EMLab) advances condition monitoring and fault diagnostics for permanent-magnet generators, with award-winning contributions presented at IEEE SDEMPED 2025.
New studies on modular generator designs and fault detection improve system reliability and support early-stage PTO prototype testing.
Upcoming Engagements:
Ocean Energy Europe Conference, Brussels (4–5 Nov 2025) – Meet MEGA WAVE PTO partners CGEN Engineering, University of Edinburgh, and Carnegie Clean Energy at their exhibition stands.
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