Pool with artificial waves for surfing

Abstract

The present invention relates to a wave pool for surfing comprising a wave generation system formed by individual modules, the movement variables of which are controlled sequentially as a whole and individually via a centralised control system to push a mass of water forward and backward using partially submerged gates. Depending on the geometry of the pool, these two movements can be used to provide two waves with identical characteristics on each side of the pool. Alternatively, a single side can be used in conjunction with the modules located at a 45° angle to maximise the energy of each movement, provide an increasingly longer wave, and have pools with considerable lengths. Once movement is generated, the pushed mass of water travels a ride length before reaching the reef that is arranged at a diagonal angle to the trajectory of said water, and, upon encountering same, the wave breaks. This break gives rise to a wave that can differ depending on its initial characteristics, which exist throughout the bathymetry, which exhibits specific fixed characteristics. The shape of the pool is contained by a structure that is defined to achieve harmony in terms of frequency and quality of the generated waves and that sends the water resulting from the generation of waves to a mitigation channel located at each end of the pool. The mass of water resulting from these movements is collected in this channel and prevents water reflection and turbulence, in turn allowing the water to return naturally by gravity to maintain the level of water in the pool. A tank outside the pool can be used to raise or lower the water level, simulating the effect of a tide in a controlled environment based on the type of waves required, allowing different configurations of both individual and group waves for different surfer skill levels such as beginner, intermediate and advanced.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Artificial wave pool for surfing

[0003] Field of invention

[0004] The present invention relates to an artificial wave pool for practicing the sport of surfing and related sporting activities.

[0005] More specifically, but not by way of limitation, one or more embodiments of the invention allow for a wave generation system comprised of individual modules located in a specific area of ​​the pool, depending on its geometric shape. These modules are controlled sequentially as a whole and individually in their movement variables through a centralized control system to push a mass of water forward and backward by means of partially submerged gates. Depending on the pool's geometry, these two movements can be used to create two waves with identical characteristics on each side of the pool, or a single side can be used in conjunction with the modules being positioned at a 45-degree angle to maximize the energy of each movement and produce increasingly longer waves, thus enabling pools of considerable length.Once a wave is generated, the propelled mass of water will travel a certain length before reaching the reef, which is positioned at a diagonal angle to its trajectory. Upon encountering the reef, the wave will break. This breaking will create a wave that can vary depending on its initial characteristics. This wave will extend along the entire length of the bathymetry, which has specific and fixed characteristics. The shape of the pool is contained by a defined structure to achieve harmony in the frequency and quality of the generated waves. This structure allows the water resulting from wave formation to be directed to a mitigation channel located at the ends of the pool. In this channel, the mass of water resulting from each wave movement is collected, preventing water reflection and turbulence. This also allows the water to return naturally by gravity to maintain the water level in the pool.Additionally, through an external reservoir to the pool, the water level can be raised or lowered, simulating the effect of the tide in a controlled environment depending on the type of waves required, allowing different wave configurations, both individual and group, for different levels of surfer experience such as beginners, intermediate or advanced.

[0006] Wave pools that offer artificial waves for surfing employ various mechanisms and systems for this purpose, most notably wave generation systems and bathymetry. Artificial wave generation systems are technologies designed to create controlled waves in pools or artificial bodies of water by manipulating their mechanical and physical variables. These variables, combined with bathymetry, create waves suitable for use by surfers and other athletes. Regarding wave generation, these systems have evolved considerably in recent decades, adapting various technologies and incorporating different approaches to generate artificial waves, each with its own advantages and applications. Some of the most common systems are detailed below:

[0007] 1. Hydraulic Systems: This is one of the oldest and still widely used methods for generating artificial waves. It consists of using hydraulic systems, such as high-pressure, high-flow pumps, to pump water into a special, stationary structure. This structure has a suitable geometry that simulates the shape of a wave. This is achieved with structures like ramps or inclined plates, which, when they receive the water at this pressure and speed, create the sensation of a moving wave. The speed and volume of water pumped are controlled to adjust the height and shape of the waves.

[0008] 2. Pistons: Pistons are mechanisms that generate movement along a single axis, whether vertical, horizontal, or even inclined, through the movement of a free-moving mechanism on a fixed guide. Pistons can be mechanical, pneumatic, or hydraulic and can be used on the surface, isolated, partially submerged, or at the bottom of the pool to push the water in the desired direction, thus pushing or lifting the water to create artificial waves. The speed and frequency at which the pistons are activated determine the type of waves generated.

[0009] 3. Standing Wave Devices: This method involves creating standing waves by manipulating a mass of water using solid devices of varying geometries, such as paddles, gates, or counterweights. These devices can be fully submerged, partially submerged, on the surface, or even suspended above it. Preferably, these devices are connected to mechanical movement systems that, when activated, can influence the water's movement by dragging, pushing, or generating waves through the impact of these elements. These waves, when reflected off the edges of the pool or each mechanism, create standing waves that can be surfed. Electromechanical Systems: Some systems efficiently utilize electromechanical technology to generate controlled waves within an aquatic environment.These systems typically consist of a combination of electrical, mechanical, and computerized control devices that activate mechanisms to displace water in specific ways, thus creating the desired waves. Electromechanical systems regulate the distance and, consequently, the displacement of the water, while computerized control devices allow for precise adjustment of wave parameters according to surfers' preferences or the needs of the moment. These systems leverage the versatility of electronics to program repetitive movements and create a variety of waves, from gentle to larger and more powerful. Gravity waves: This type of system focuses on generating waves through the sudden release of a large volume of water into a pool from specific heights.These systems use pneumatic or mechanical technologies to fill elevated water tanks, which then release the water into the pool. When the water is released, all the energy contained at that moment pushes the existing water and generates a wave that propagates across the pool. The characteristics of the generated waves depend entirely on the amount of water released, so the height and shape of the wave can be less predictable than with other methods.

[0010] Each system has its own advantages and disadvantages in terms of cost, efficiency, maintenance, user capacity, quality, and repeatability for generating different types of waves. The choice of wave generation system for a pool will depend on factors such as the available budget, available space, user needs, and the type of surfing experience desired.

[0011] Artificial wave pools that incorporate wave generation systems using modular devices, including a reef and fixed bathymetry, are facilities specifically designed to provide the most authentic surfing experiences possible. These recreational facilities simulate waves that resemble natural ocean conditions and can offer a combination of features such as waves adjustable in height and shape, reefs of constant dimensions, and a seabed topography that mimics the bathymetry of a real coastline.

[0012] In an attempt to artificially create waves using wave generator systems for surfing in swimming pools, several patent documents pursuing this same objective have been found in the prior art. These patents are notable for their focus on core functionality and scalability; that is, they employ individual generation modules arranged according to the available physical space. Examples of such patents are mentioned below:

[0013] WO2015082871 describes a wave generator and its corresponding system comprising a plurality of wave generator modules arranged side-by-side in a body of water having an opposite beach where the waves can break. Each wave generator module comprises a tank bounded by side walls and a back wall, and a piston. This piston is suspended to allow free horizontal movement within the tank. Waves are generated in the body of water by the retraction and extension movements of the piston when it is actuated by a rotary mechanism.

[0014] The document US20220349198 describes a wave-generating pool whose main feature is a reef with variable angles. It also mentions a wave-generating mechanism that can be shared between multiple sides of the pool. This generating system may have one or more movable paddles configured to be partially submerged in the water, and one or more actuators that move them to generate a wave on each side of the pool. The pool may have a horizontal plane and a longitudinal axis associated with the paddle-generating mechanism.

[0015] Document ES2611764 describes a wave-generating system consisting of a series of pistons and a continuous, elongated barrier connected to each piston. These pistons operate sequentially, generating a double wave—one wave in front of and one wave behind the barrier. The barrier has a front face oriented towards a first body of water containing a first reef and a rear face oriented towards a second body of water containing a second reef.

[0016] In the documents cited, one shows a piston with moving parts that are completely submerged in water. These elements are the gear and joint mechanisms that allow the gate to move via a rotary actuator. This reduces its durability and shortens its maintenance time, resulting in high costs and periodic pool closures. Another document indicates the presence of a variable reef that is also completely submerged, again generating high maintenance costs and long downtimes. A further document indicates that, despite having identical individual modules, these are attached to a continuous, elongated barrier, forcing the system to always move with the same characteristics. A sudden, independent change in the distance or speed of one or more of its modules would damage the system.

[0017] On the other hand, state-of-the-art systems do not have immediate variety in changing the values ​​of the movement variables of each of their modules to generate an immediate variety of waves, so, to generate different waves, the system needs to finish its cycle and start again with another configuration of movements.

[0018] Furthermore, it is not mentioned that the pool shapes are designed to align with the frequency of the generated waves, and therefore it is not specified that they resonate with the entire system. As evidenced in the patent documents, the shape of each pool corresponds to the natural curvature of the wave.

[0019] Finally, the present invention allows the modules to move an unlimited number of times within a fixed distance, both forwards and backwards, and for the generated waves to maintain the same characteristics throughout the generation time. It is not necessary to stop the system to generate waves with similar characteristics; as many waves as required can be generated for as long as deemed necessary. In the documents mentioned, after several waves have been generated, the system must be stopped for a few minutes to allow the water to calm down.

[0020] In order to overcome the disadvantages that exist in the currently available wave generating systems as described, the aforementioned improvements are intended to demonstrate the advantages and new features of the proposed invention, which will become more apparent with the detailed description that follows, when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0021] An object of the present invention is to overcome the drawbacks and / or disadvantages of the prior art with respect to dual pools with an artificial wave generation system, where the generated waves have the same quality as natural waves so that the surfer is guaranteed to make the most of his surfing time in each set, maintaining the quality, quantity, and frequency of waves.

[0022] Another object of the invention is to provide an artificial wave generation system made up of individual modules that share the same constructive characteristics, while the reef, bathymetry and mitigation channel remain fixed according to claim 1.

[0023] Another aspect of the invention is the scalability of the wave generation system. This system can accommodate as many modules as the physical space allows, distributed in parallel, side by side in the same horizontal position, or offset forward or backward relative to the preceding module. This offset can even be adjusted to position the modules at 45 degrees, creating a pool as long as the physical space, resources, and geometric shape permit. Primarily, though not exclusively, the general variables considered are the travel distance, speed, and acceleration of each module. By controlling these variables holistically, different wave patterns can be created within the same system.The modules can all be activated and moved at the same time, separated by a time; some can be activated and others deactivated, allowing variety in the wave generated in conjunction with the movement control.

[0024] According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, the rack and pinion system is one of the oldest and therefore most widely used mechanical systems for transmitting motion, as it is reliable and allows for precise control. In the present invention, the rack remains stationary, and the pinion system moves in conjunction with the gate anchored at the bottom.

[0025] According to a preferred embodiment of the invention, each module has a partially submerged gate made of corrosion-resistant materials, which is anchored to a movable frame system that houses the drive elements. This gate has no submerged or partially submerged moving parts and is entirely a rigid metal structure.

[0026] According to another embodiment of the invention, the entire drive system of the wave generator is located outside the water, allowing for easier maintenance through a direct access system. There are no partially submerged or underwater moving parts, such as pistons, bearings, joints, etc.

[0027] According to another embodiment of the invention, an immediate variety of wave shapes is achieved because individual control of the movement variables of each module allows for the generation of waves with different characteristics. When these waves encounter the fixed reef, they create waves of varying shapes simply by controlling the movement and activation of the modules, which occurs immediately. Each wave can be different from the previous one within the same set of generated waves, without needing to execute a complete cycle with the same movement variables in each module. These movements create a duality of waves; that is, with a complete movement cycle, a wave can be generated on each side of the system. According to another embodiment of the invention, continuity of service is ensured thanks to the individual control of each module.The system can be kept running in the event of a module failure by modifying the movement of the other modules to compensate for the lack of the faulty module, preventing the system from stopping while the respective repair is carried out.

[0028] According to another embodiment of the invention, the complete wave generation system is arranged to provide a technical floor, which allows direct access to each drive unit of each module. This enables maintenance to be performed directly in the area occupied by the module. This is achieved through a structure designed to allow technical personnel quick and safe access to the electromechanical and drive mechanisms of each module.

[0029] According to another embodiment of the invention, the distance between each module and the fixed reef varies along the length of the pool and is subject to the pool's dimensions. In compact pools, the fixed reef will be positioned at a 45-degree angle diagonally to the pool's length, while in larger pools, the distance between the modules and the fixed reef will be the same along the entire length of the pool, which will be arranged with a horizontal offset between each module. Having a fixed reef eliminates the need for submerged moving mechanisms, which generate high maintenance costs since the pool would need to be closed and drained for this purpose.

[0030] In another embodiment of the invention, the pool's shape is achieved through simulation and design, as the pool's inherent resonance harmonizes with the frequency of the waves generated by the system. This allows for maintaining the quality of the generated waves and provides natural turbulence mitigation. Complementing the pool's shape, a mitigation channel at each end collects the water propelled by the generated waves, minimizing reflections and turbulence. This also helps maintain the optimal water level for wave generation.

[0031] In another embodiment of the invention, there is an area at the ends of the pool (beach) that is above the water level and helps to mitigate turbulence by acting as a natural obstacle to slow the water and prevent it from creating a reflection.

[0032] The shape of the pool, the mitigation channel, and the beach allow the water to return to its natural height level by gravity so that, as far as possible, the waves generated in sequence have the same characteristics one after the other.

[0033] The general description and the following detailed description primarily explain the main features and capabilities of the artificial wave generator system. The bathymetry and shape of the pool are not restrictive to the current design of the invention. The complete system allows the modules to move within their fixed distance without limit, and the generated waves maintain the same characteristics. For this purpose, it is not necessary to stop the system; as many waves as required can be generated. Other features and aspects of the invention are evident from the following descriptions.

[0034] To complement the description being made and in order to help a better understanding of the characteristics of the invention, a set of figures is included as an integral part of this descriptive document, in which the following has been represented for illustrative and non-limiting purposes:

[0035] Figure 1 shows a top view of the pool and its vahant features, either as a dual pool with the generation system in the middle dividing each side with its reef and mitigation system, or a pool with a single generation side with the modules located at 45 degrees.

[0036] Figure 2 shows an isometric view of a complete individual module, held laterally by walls and on them the guide system for the sliding of the mobile frame that holds the vertical gate.

[0037] Figure 3 shows the horizontal movement performed by the mobile frame system together with the gate over the space defined for movement on the support walls.

[0038] Figure 4 shows a top view of the movement sequence that each module can undergo, allowing them to be individually activated or deactivated with different movement variables. Figure 5 horizontally shows how a wave is created on each side of the pool by the movement of the gate, which, upon contact with the reef, creates a breaking wave.

[0039] Figure 6 shows an isometric view of the generation system together with a part of the pool where a sequence of gate movements is executed to create a single wall of water that gradually comes into contact with the reef to create a wave that breaks along it.

[0040] Figure 1 shows the geometric variations and arrangement of the generation modules. Figure 1A shows an embodiment of the dual pool with the generation system in the middle, dividing it into two sides with its reef and mitigation system, which is the subject of the present invention. An artificial wave generation system consists of a group of individual modules located side by side along the central part (102) of the pool (100), dividing it into two areas (101) for sending waves to both sides with the same movement cycle. Figure 1A shows an embodiment where two waves are generated with the same movement, one on each side of the generation system. Figure 1B shows an embodiment where the same movement cycle allows the creation of four simultaneous waves, two on each side, each differentiated by the direction of its breaking.Figure 1C shows an embodiment where only one side is used to push a mass of water, with the modules arranged at 45 degrees to have a greater generation length and therefore a wave that lasts much longer with respect to the length of the entire generation system.

[0041] Figure 2 shows an isometric view of a complete individual module, supported laterally by walls and on top of them the lateral movement support system (109) for the sliding of the movable frame (107) that holds the vertical gate. Each of these modules consists of a gate (106) that is partially submerged in the pool (100), and has a height that protrudes above the water level (112) which can be increased or decreased, using the external reservoir (128), simulating what happens in nature with the rise or fall of the tide, and is anchored at its upper part to a movable frame (107) that houses the drive system to perform a horizontal movement from right to left as shown in Figures 3A and 3B respectively.

[0042] Considering a complete cycle as the horizontal movement that begins at a fixed point along the path, moves to the opposite end, and returns to the same starting point, this complete cycle can generate two waves that are sent in the same direction as each movement, thus creating one wave in each of the two areas (101) of the pool (100).

[0043] The gate (106) is fixedly anchored to a movable frame (107) that houses the movement elements. Together with a force multiplier system and a speed reducer, its position and speed can be effectively controlled, allowing it to travel specific or complete distances. The maximum travel distance of the frame is limited by the maximum usable distance defined by the lateral movement supports (109), installed on the retaining walls (108), which also serve as partial support for the maintenance platform.

[0044] The movable frame (107) is completely out of the water and moves in conjunction with the gate (106), and each module is duly limited by its containment walls (108), allowing each of these walls to be shared with the adjacent module (110) of Figure 4, decreasing the joining distance between modules.

[0045] The retaining walls (108) serve as a boundary between each module and support the fixed part of the lateral movement supports (109), which is the part on which the movable frame (107) moves in conjunction with the gate (106). These supports are individual and parallel, with the same construction characteristics to ensure smooth and controlled movement.

[0046] Figure 4 shows a top view of the movement sequence that each module can undergo, and which can be individually activated or deactivated (111) with different movement variables. However, it is essential to manage the correct parameters according to the current water level (112), which, for ease of understanding of the present invention, will be called the "tide variable." This allows for a higher or lower water level in accordance with the type of waves desired. To achieve this, the central control of the generation system will be fed the necessary information so that the combined movement of all the modules creates a suitable wave for surfing.

[0047] The modules can be individually activated or deactivated (111) according to the type of movement required by the wave and each one is activated at the appropriate time so that each mass of water moved by the adjacent module can join with the mass of water generated by the next module (121), and so on until the activation and movement of the last active module is complete.

[0048] Figure 5 shows horizontally the way a wave is created on each side of the pool thanks to the movement of the gate (106), which when it comes into contact with the reef allows the creation of a wave that breaks with different characteristics based on the movements of the gates and the existing water level (112) that corresponds to the “variable tide”.

[0049] Figure 6 shows an isometric view of the generation system together with a part of the pool where a sequence of gate movements is executed to create a single wall of water that gradually comes into contact with the reef to create a wave that breaks along it.

[0050] One complete cycle of each module corresponds to two identical movements of the gate (106) as shown in Figure 5. To achieve this, the gate is positioned at a fixed point, either to the left (Figure 3A) or to the right (Figure 3B), using as a reference point the midpoint of the gate's (106) usable travel, defined by the lateral movement supports (109). Once the gate (106) has moved to this point, the movement activation command is given, causing the gate to move to the opposite side by the same distance. Upon reaching this new point, the gate will return to its starting position.The activation command is executed from the control center and the return command of the gate is given once the distance traveled information meets the established criterion, thus, it can be moved infinitely many positions according to the type of wave required and according to the distance limit established in the useful distance defined by the lateral movement supports (109).

[0051] This sequential and controlled movement gives rise to a homogeneous mass of water (120), with similar characteristics that generate a wall of water parallel to the generation and that moves in the direction of the movement of the gates, that is, a mass of water on the right side (113) and a mass of water on the left side (115) that will eventually have contact first with the reef (103) and then with the rest of the bathymetry that is progressively inclined (124) along and across each side (104) of the entire pool (100) until reaching the beach (123).

[0052] Thanks to the individual control available for the modules, as shown in Figure 5, it's possible to segment the movement for each group of modules, whether groups of equal size or even individual modules. This allows each group to have different movement conditions, enabling immediate changes to the wave shape as needed. Thus, a wave with several sections can be obtained; for example, the first section might be slower than the second, which could be faster, or even a third, more aggressive section, and finally a fourth, slower section to end the wave smoothly. Movements can be programmed to progressively increase in speed for each module, resulting in a wave that starts slowly and ends at maximum speed.

[0053] The pool has reinforced walls (119) in the areas most affected by wave movement and force. From this point, the walls gradually decrease in height (122) as they approach the ends of the pool until they reach the beach (123).

[0054] The angle of inclination (118) of the reef (103) in relation to the ground surface is fixed and allows for a wave breaking with an Iribarren number between 0.4 < < 3.3, suitable for creating recreational waves for surfing, and the installation angle (117) of the reef in relation to the generating system starts at 45 degrees for compact pools and can be reduced as the pool dimensions increase, the invention not limiting itself to a single installation angle for the modules and their corresponding reef. The rest of the bathymetry slopes progressively (124) from the bottom of the pool down to the beach (123), a level that is slightly above the high water level (112). Even when the “variable tide” is used and the water level is raised, using the external reservoir (128), the beach level will always be above the maximum water level that the pool can hold.The entire reef (103) is fixed in conjunction with the entire bathymetry of the pool, allowing for savings over the project's lifespan, as no modifications are needed during operation to generate different types of waves. The reason a water ripple becomes a wave is that the speed of the surface water mass is greater than the speed of the water mass at depth. By modifying this ratio, it is possible to create various types of waves.As mentioned in previous paragraphs, the present invention allows the handling of this variable called the "tide variable," which allows the water level (112) to be modified as needed, using the external reservoir (128). In conjunction with an appropriate configuration of the individual movements of the module gates, a large number of different waves with different water levels can be produced, with higher or lower water levels depending on the type of wave sought and the physical capabilities of the drive systems.

[0055] The system allows for continuous movement thanks to the pool's design (100), which ensures the water returns almost immediately to its normal level and prevents reflected waves thanks to the passive turbulence mitigation structure (105) and the beach (126) at each end of the pool. This results in a relatively calm water mass, allowing a subsequent movement of the gate to utilize the maximum amount of water to generate new waves, as shown in Figure 5.

[0056] It was already mentioned that a complete cycle consists of two exactly equal movements, but in opposite directions, as shown in Figures 3A and 3B respectively. However, this movement generates a half-wave in the direction of the initial movement, either a mass of water on the right side (113) or a mass of water on the left side (115), and a complete wave is generated in the opposite direction, resulting in a wave breaking on the right side (114) and a wave breaking on the left side (116).

[0057] To achieve the same wave quality on both sides, an additional movement is added to the operating cycle. This generates a half-wave at the start of the movement, a full wave upon returning to the starting point, and another full wave upon moving to the opposite location. This ensures that both sides produce waves with similar characteristics. These three movements are utilized when performing multiple movements to create various waves within a wave set, which can be executed within a timeframe deemed appropriate by the operator.

[0058] The invention contemplates embodiments different from those represented in the figures. Thus, for example, it can operate continuously for a full hour, or two hours, or for as long as deemed necessary. In this way, the indicated half-wave will only appear once per set of waves sent. The greater the number of waves sent, the less impact this half-wave generated at the beginning of the operating set will have.

[0059] The fact that the reef and bathymetry have these fixed characteristics, and the existence of the "variable tide" to increase or decrease the water level, allows that, through individual and sequential control of the generation, different types of waves can be generated for various types of surfers and provide different experiences.

[0060] In the present embodiment of the invention, once the water wave is generated by all the system modules located in the central part (102), it comes into contact with the reef (103), causing its speed and depth characteristics to change, resulting in a wave breaking on the right side (114) and a wave breaking on the left side (116). This wave breaking occurs progressively from the top of the pool (100) to its opposite side (125).

[0061] Throughout the entire breaking path of the wave, the surfer can perform different maneuvers until the wave decreases in size and loses energy substantially on the opposite side, and from here the surfer can return to the starting point to catch a new wave.

[0062] As the wave breaks, the remaining water mass is directed towards each of the beaches (123). This is where the passive turbulence mitigation structure (105) comes into play, collecting the water in a shallow channel from the same distance as the start of the generation system and directing it towards the opposite end of the channel. This causes the water to return to the pool (100) discreetly and avoids generating turbulence by water reflections.

[0063] The beach (126) plays an important role in mitigating turbulence because it presents a natural resistance to the water rising above its maximum height level (112), which, as indicated before, can be modified through the aforementioned "variable tide," causing it to lose energy and gently return to the mitigation channel and be redirected towards the pool.

[0064] The ability to individually and sequentially control the wave generator modules allows for adequate energy consumption and efficient use of this resource, since maintaining a pause between each activation of the modules means that for brief moments all the energy available to the entire system is not used.

[0065] In another mode of implementation, in addition to the sequencing of the modules, as can be seen in Figure 4, it is possible to turn off or disable intermediate modules (127) to create different types of waves, especially waves that require less energy so that they can be used by surfers who are just starting to learn the sport.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generation system, CHARACTERIZED in that it comprises: a) Individual modules that are sequentially controlled in their entirety and individually in their movement variables through a centralized control system (102) to push a mass of water forward and backward by means of partially submerged gates (106); b) A reef (103) that is arranged at a diagonal angle to the trajectory of the mass of water; c) A mitigation channel (105) located at each end of the pool that collects the water propelled by the generated waves to minimize reflection and turbulence; d) An external reservoir (128) of the pool in which the water level can be raised or lowered, simulating the effect of the tide;e) A beach (123) that is above the water level and helps to mitigate turbulence by acting as a natural obstacle to slow the water and prevent reflection; where the bathymetry, reef and mitigation channel have specific and fixed characteristics; where the system can have as many modules as the physical space allows and they can be distributed in parallel, placed side by side in the same horizontal position or offset forward or backward in their horizontal position with respect to the; immediately preceding module, depending on the dimensions of the pool; and where depending on the geometry of the pool, these two movements can be used to have two waves of equal characteristics on each side of the pool, or use only one side in conjunction with the location of the modules at 45 degrees to take full advantage of the energy of each movement and have an increasingly longer wave and have pools with considerable lengths.

2. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that each of the modules (a) consists of a gate (106) that is partially submerged in the pool (100), and has a height that protrudes from the water level (112) that can be increased or decreased, using the external reservoir (128), simulating what happens in nature with the rise or fall of the tide.

3. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claims 1 and 2, CHARACTERIZED in that the gate (106) is anchored to a movable frame system (107) that houses the driving elements.

4. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generation system, according to claims 1 and 3, CHARACTERIZED in that it has a technical floor, which allows direct access to each motor group of each module.

5. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that the lateral movement supports (109) are installed on the containment walls (108) which also serve as a partial support for the maintenance technical floor.

6. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claims 1 and 3, CHARACTERIZED in that the movable frame (107) is completely out of the water and moves in conjunction with the gate (106), and each module is duly limited by its containment walls (108), allowing each of these walls to be shared with the adjacent module (110) by decreasing the joining distance between modules.

7. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generation system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that it has reinforced walls (119) in the places of greatest impact of wave movement and force and these walls decrease in height (122) as they approach the ends of the pool until reaching the beach (123).

8. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that the angle of inclination (118) of the reef (103) in relation to the ground surface is fixed and allows a wave breaking with an Ihbarren number of between 0.4 < fo < 3.3, suitable for the creation of recreational waves for surfing.

9. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that the installation angle (117) of the reef in relation to the generating system starts at 45 degrees for compact pools and can decrease as the dimensions of the pool increase, the invention not limiting to a single installation angle of the modules and their corresponding reef.

10. A swimming pool (100) with an artificial wave generating system, according to claim 1, CHARACTERIZED in that the rest of the bathymetry slopes progressively (124) from the bottom of the pool to the beach (123), a level that is slightly above the high water level (112).

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