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Contents 1 Jennifer Guinevere Vining 2 Research 3 Publications 4 Research Description

[edit] Jennifer Guinevere Vining

WEMPEC Graduate Student

www.engr.wisc.edu/~vining

[edit] Research

   * Ocean Wave Energy Conversion
   * Harmonic Effects of Space Vector Modulation on Induction Machines
   * Economic and Legal Aspects of Ocean Wave Farms 

[edit] Publications

   * IEEE, IAS 2006 Conference Paper (available in October 2006 via IEEE Xplore) 

[edit] Research Description

   Ocean energy conversion has been of interest for many years as a highly exploitable water-based energy source. Recent developments in the area of controlling variable speed generation have renewed interest in the topic. The aim of this project is to explore current activities in the area of wave energy conversion with a focus on wave energy converter control techniques, power take-off strategies, environmental concerns, and state-of-the-art, as well as commercial prospects, economic impact, and U.S. regulatory issues. 

   Future research will concentrate on direct drives for wave energy converters. Specifically, I will analyze new linear generator (direct drive) designs with the following goals: (1) increasing shear stress capabilities while minimizing cost and size, (2) reducing strain on the bearings of large linear generators, (3) modeling the placement of multiple direct drives in one device for cost-reduced designs, etc.