In modern ocean research and resource development, data has become a crucial driving force. The Wave Energy Glider, independently developed by our company, is precisely this intelligent observation platform capable of long-term, autonomous operation in the ocean. Using a dual-energy system of wave energy and solar power, it achieves ultra-long endurance and fully automated monitoring, providing unprecedentedly accurate data support for global ocean research, climate studies, environmental protection, and engineering construction.
The data collected by the Wave Energy Glider covers multiple dimensions, including wave elements, ocean current distribution, water temperature, salinity fluctuations, and meteorological parameters. Wave elements include mean wave height, significant wave height, period, wave direction, frequency spectrum, and energy spectrum, helping researchers analyze the spatial and temporal distribution of ocean energy. This data allows scientists to accurately assess the energy potential of specific ocean areas, providing key information for offshore wind farm site selection and wave energy generation system layout.
The Wave Energy Glider's core technology features a nine-axis inertial measurement unit and a high-precision attitude solution algorithm. Based on our proprietary ocean dynamics algorithm model, this effectively eliminates integration and accumulation errors and low-frequency drift errors, ensuring high stability and accuracy of wave spectrum and directional spectrum data within the 0.04–1.0 Hz range. This means the device can provide reliable physical oceanographic data even during extended drifts, providing a solid foundation for ocean process modeling and climate simulations.
In addition, the glider's multi-channel sensor module monitors parameters such as water temperature, salinity, dissolved oxygen, conductivity, and turbidity in real time. These data are crucial for ecological and environmental assessments and red tide warnings. For example, by continuously monitoring changes in the thermohaline layer, marine heat waves or upwelling activity can be predicted in advance, helping marine management authorities formulate disaster prevention plans.
For communications, the Wave Energy Glider utilizes a satellite link + 4G remote transmission system. All observation data is uploaded to a cloud data platform in real time for remote access, analysis, and visualization. Research institutions can access data without having to retrieve the equipment, significantly improving monitoring efficiency and reducing operational costs.
Compared to traditional buoys, our Wave Energy Glider offers significant advantages, including long endurance, low power consumption, full autonomy, strong wind and wave resistance, and high data accuracy. Its lightweight structure and corrosion-resistant polymer material design enable long-term stable operation in complex sea conditions, providing reliable technical support for global marine environmental monitoring.
Every set of data collected by the Wave Energy Glider is a crucial "signal" for understanding the ocean, predicting climate, and protecting the ecosystem. It is not only a tool for scientific research, but also a bridge connecting humanity and the ocean.