Small Scale Wave Tank
Small Scale Wave Testing
The small-scale wave tank at the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI) is appropriate for 1:50 to 1:100 scale tests of wave energy devices and for teaching and understanding of wave mechanics. The OMEY wave tank is approximately 12 m long, 3.5 m wide and 2 m deep with a working length, width, and depth of 3-4 m, respectively. Regular, irregular and random wave conditions are created by a hydraulic flapper-style wave-maker that can produce 0.5-5 s period waves with a maximum wave height of approximately 20 cm (with a 1.5 s period).
Contact Us
For more information about testing in the CSI wave tank, contact the North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program Director, George Bonner.
Based at the Coastal Studies Institute (CSI), the North Carolina Renewable Ocean Energy Program (NCROEP) advances inter-disciplinary marine energy solutions across UNC System partner colleges of engineering at NC State University, UNC Charlotte, and NC A&T University. Click on the links below for more information.
ECU's Integrated Coastal Programs (ECU ICP) is a leader in coastal and marine research, education, and engagement. ECU ICP includes the Coastal Studies Institute, ECU's Department of Coastal Studies, and ECU Diving and Water Safety.
The ECU Outer Banks campus is home to the Coastal Studies Institute.
