Deep-Water Stationary Wave System With Adjustable Wave Breaking
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wave systems, such as sheet wave rides, fail to provide a true surfing experience as they do not allow for wave breaking or the use of an actual surfboard, limiting the authenticity of the simulated surfing experience.
Innovation Solution
A wave system with an adjustable obstacle and pump system that creates a contoured wave surface, featuring a declined surface, water drainage system, and water conditioner, allowing for customizable wave generation and rideable wave experiences.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If sheet wave rides are used to simulate surfing experience, then users can experience water-based activities, but wave breaking and true surfing experience are not provided
Solution Approach 1:
The obstacle is made movable rather than fixed, allowing it to be positioned at different locations and orientations in the wave pool. This dynamic positioning enables the obstacle to interact with waves in various ways, creating realistic wave breaking patterns that simulate natural surfing conditions while maintaining system versatility for different ride experiences
2Adaptability or versatility
If an obstacle is added to create wave breaking, then surfing authenticity is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The movable obstacle serves multiple functions: it creates wave breaking, shapes wave contours, and can be positioned to accommodate different wave sizes and types. This single multi-functional component achieves wave contoured surface customization without requiring a complex array of separate devices, thereby reducing overall system complexity while maintaining versatility
3Reliability
If pump system is positioned for optimal wave generation, then wave quality is improved, but access for maintenance becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The pump system is mounted on a movable platform or carriage that can be easily repositioned along the wave pool structure. This dynamic positioning allows the pumps to be moved to optimal locations for wave generation during operation, while also enabling easy access to any location along the pool for maintenance and repair activities without compromising wave quality
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system generates rideable waves with adjustable characteristics, providing a more authentic surfing experience by enabling wave breaking and surfboard use, enhancing user interaction and control.
Implementation Method 1
The pump system may include a moveable mechanism for translating the pumps from a first position to a second position
Implementation Method 2
Water introduced onto the ride from the water outlet may encounter the obstacle to generate a contoured wave surface with the water
Implementation Method 3
Exemplary embodiments of the wave conditioner may be create by sheets having apertures therein
Data Source
AI summary
A wave system is disclosed herein, including a water outlet, pumps, a controller for regulating the flow of water, an obstacle on the ride area floor capable of generating a surface contour of the water flowing over the ride area. The system may also include a variable surface in a reservoir, whereby the upper surface of the reservoir wall may be raised or lowered to affect the profile of the surface contour. Also disclosed is a training system for use with the wave system. A check valve cover is also provide to prevent backflow through inoperative pumps.