Floating Wave Generator for Stationary Surfing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wave generation devices require significant space and a permanent water supply to produce stationary waves, limiting their installation flexibility and independence from external water sources.
Innovation Solution
A floating device with a wave basin, side walls formed by buoyancy means, and a pump to generate water flow over an obstacle, creating a stationary wave, which can be anchored or moved, and operates in various water bodies without external water supply or additional space.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If a traditional wave generation device is used, then stationary waves can be produced, but significant space and permanent water supply are required
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the wave generation function with a floating platform structure, merging the water supply system, wave basin, and support structure into a single integrated floating unit. This eliminates the need for separate land-based infrastructure and reduces overall space requirements while maintaining stationary wave production capability
Solution Approach 2:
The floating platform serves multiple functions: it provides buoyant support for the wave basin, contains the water supply system, houses the pump mechanism, and acts as the installation base. This multi-functionality reduces the need for additional separate structures and minimizes installation space
2Reliability
If a traditional wave generation device is used, then stationary waves can be produced, but permanent presence of sufficient water is required
Solution Approach 1:
The floating device includes an onboard water supply system with storage tanks and pumping mechanisms that independently provide water to the wave basin. This self-contained system eliminates dependence on external water sources and ensures continuous operation without requiring permanent presence of large water quantities in the environment
Solution Approach 2:
The water supply system is nested within the floating platform structure, with storage tanks and piping integrated into the platform's internal volume. This nesting approach efficiently utilizes the floating structure's space to accommodate the water supply system without increasing overall installation footprint
3Reliability
If a traditional wave generation device is used, then stationary waves can be produced, but installation flexibility is limited
Solution Approach 1:
The floating platform provides a dynamic and adaptable installation base that can be deployed in various water bodies including lakes, rivers, and oceans. The floating structure can be positioned, moved, and anchored in different locations, offering significant installation flexibility compared to fixed land-based structures while maintaining reliable stationary wave production
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
Enables the production of stationary waves in any body of water, including stagnant water, allowing for surfing and other water sports, with minimal environmental intervention and oxygen enrichment, and can be easily transported and installed in different locations.
Implementation Method 1
The stationary wave is preferably a hydraulic jump in which the water in particular performs a sudden flow change, passing from a very rapid flow to a very slow flow
Implementation Method 2
the device being configured as a pontoon by means of the at least one flotation means
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AI summary
The invention relates to a device (10) for producing a standing wave (32) comprising a wave pool (12), at least one obstacle (14), at least one pump (34) and at least one flotation means (26). The obstacle is located in the wave pool. A flow of water may be generated over the obstacle by means of the pump to produce a standing wave in the wave pool, the device being configured as a pontoon by means of the at least one flotation means.