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1.
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Introduction |
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Editorial |
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1.1.
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Historical
Background |
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1.2.
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Marine
Wave Energy - A design challenge |
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2.
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Project Summary |
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2.1.
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The
JOULE II initiative |
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2.2.
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Project
scope and general Contract Legislation |
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2.3.
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Consortium
of R&D Partners, Profiles, Administration |
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2.4.
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The
Scheduling and Workpackages layout |
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3.
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The AKROKERAMOS breakwater |
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3.1.
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The
Site - Geographical and Civil aspects |
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3.2.
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The
Breakwater Structural aspects and diagrams |
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3.3.
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Mapping
of the Sea-Bed forefront Landscape |
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3.4.
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Evaluation
of the area and site specific Energy Spectra |
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SEKE - the Wave Energy
Conversion Device |
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4.1.
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Wave
Motion Development over Modified Sea-Bed Profiles:
A
brief overview of recorded experience |
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4.2.
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C.M.W.
- The Critical Momentum Wedge as a potential Energy Carrier :
An
introduction to Concept and underlying Theory |
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4.3.
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SEKE
- A simple device for the exploitation of CMW Hydrodynamics :
An
introduction to Concept and underlying Theory |
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4.4.
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The
formation of an International Patent |
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4.5.
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The
assessment and specifications of a pilot SEKE model for the
requirements
of the AKROKERAMOS project |
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4.6.
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Physical
and Structural Design features - SEKE :
Schematic
Diagrams, Estimated Stresses, Determination of suitable Materials,
Approximated
Thermodynamic Cycle, General Construction Procedures |
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4.7.
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SEKE
Supporting Equipment specs - Check Valves / Feed-air Pipeworks :
Schematic
Diagrams, Determination of suitable
Materials,
General Construction Procedures |
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4.8.
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The
SEKE System as an integral product :
Envisaged
Operation, general design features for Safeguarding Operation,
Inspection
& Maintenance Routines, Force Majeure Conditions |
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ANEMIRA - the Pneumatic-to-Mechanical
Energy Conversion Device |
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5.1.
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A
practical approach to encountered problems and available solutions |
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5.2.
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Introduction
to the Design and Manufacturing concepts of a
compact
Reciprocating Pneumatic Engine system, used for direct
Pneumatic-to-MechanicalEnergy
Conversion & Utilization |
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5.3.
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Development
of Theoretical Model and Thermodynamic Cycle |
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5.4.
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Kinematic
Analysis & related Torque & Power Function Diagrams |
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5.5.
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Schematic
Diagrams, Mechanical Drawings, Estimated Stresses,
Determination
of suitable Materials / Parts, General Construction
&
Assembly Procedures |
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5.6.
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Ancillary Apparatuses |
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5.6.1.
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RPM
Monitoring / Regulation Governor |
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5.6.2.
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Transmission
Coupling & Reverse Motion Gearworks |
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5.6.3.
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Electrical
System, Electromagnetic Valves & Induction Sensors |
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5.6.4.
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Microcomputer-based
Electronic Monitoring, Timing & Control System |
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5.6.5.
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Monitoring
Ports & Gauges |
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5.7.
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The
adaption of a simplified, fully pneumato-mechanical engine model
for
the purposes of the AKROKERAMOS project requirements |
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5.8.
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Predicted
Operational Performance versus Actual Performance results
of
experimental Prototype |
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5.9.
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Towards
a generalized, Cost-efficient, Modular Methodology for
Mechanical
Conversion in small Wave Energy Plants |
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ENERLOG - Introduction
to an Innovative and efficient
Data Logging & Remote Monitoring
Control System,
suitable for Renewable Energy Installations |
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6.1.
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A
practical approach to encountered problems and available solutions |
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6.2.
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Introduction
to the Concept and scope of a Microcomputer based, Serial
Control
Monitoring System, for Polled Collection of Multi-Sensor
Data
Logging Installations |
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6.3.
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Schematic
Operational Diagrams, Logic Flowcharts |
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6.4.
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Determination
of Hardware & Sensor Modules Requirements and Specs |
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6.5.
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Outline
to Software anticipated Features :
Interfacing,
Monitoring & Recording, Data Management & Presentation |
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6.6.
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Towards
a generalized, Cost-efficient, Expandable and Modular
Methodology,
for the Monitoring and Control of Renewable Energy Installations |
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6.7.
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Introduction to the
Construction aspects of a small scale
Experimental Rig & Test Tank |
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6.7.1.
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The
necessity for a Low-cost, Small Scale Prototyping Rig |
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6.7.2.
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Operational
aspects of Test Tank, Simulation Methodologies |
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6.7.3.
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Data
Logging & Monitoring Equipment Fitting & Calibration |
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6.7.4.
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Application
of Video Monitoring to the Kinematic Analysis of
Scale
Models |
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Foundation Operations
of the AKROKERAMOS Wave Energy Power Plant |
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7.1.
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Assessment
of preparatory activities for the foundation of a local
Worksite.
Draft planning, estimation of prerequisites |
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7.2.
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Preparatory
Mounting Structure Specifications :
Schematic
Diagrams, Estimated Stresses, Determination of suitable
Materials,
General Construction & Mounting Procedures |
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7.3.
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Assessment
and implementation of SEKE mounting procedures over
the
breakwater forefront Mounting Structure |
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7.4.
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Auxiliary
equipment installation - Feed-air Storage Tank :
Schematic
Diagrams, Estimated Stresses, Determination of suitable
Materials,
General Construction & Mounting Procedures |
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7.5.
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Auxiliary
equipment installation - Mechanical Conversion System :
General
Posting Construction & Installation Procedures |
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7.6.
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Auxiliary
equipment installation - Electromechanical Conversion System :
General
Posting Construction & Installation Procedures |
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7.7.
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Auxiliary
equipment installation - Monitoring & Control System :
General
Installation, Calibration and Testing Procedures |
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7.8.
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Auxiliary equipment
installation - Ancillary Apparatuses |
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7.8.1.
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Compressed
Air Flow Control |
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7.8.2.
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General
description of Electromagnetic Valves |
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7.8.3.
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General
description of Mechanical Coupler & Reduction Gearing |
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7.8.4.
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General
description of Generator Control & Power Distribution Panel |
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7.8.5.
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General
description of Electrical Connections & Power Grid
Synchronization
arrangements |
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8.
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Project Implementation
- A global aspect, future trends |
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8.1.
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An
Overview, from theory to practice |
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8.2.
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Comparative
Initial Analysis :
Recorded
Performance vs Anticipated Performance deductions |
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8.3.
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Projected
Performance and Operational Issues |
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8.4.
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Future
Trends, Optimization Criteria, Environmental & Social Issues |
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8.5.
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Key
- Factors to determine Success, State-of-Art aspects |
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8.6.
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Wave Energy : Policies
for the effective Management of
Resources & Potential Worldwide
Applications |
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8.6.1.
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Design
& Manufacturing Properties to outline a Production line
for
Precasted SEKE Blocks |
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8.6.2.
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The
potential exploitation of a Shore-line Wave Energy scheme
for
Desalination & Irrigation Plants |
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8.6.3.
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The
potential exploitation of an Off-shore Wave Energy scheme
for
the production of Hydrogen |
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8.6.4.
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A bright
future through Wave Energy resources exploitation, will there be one?
National and international
perspectives |
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E-mail:
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