The Ocean-2 V2 represents a significant advancement in wave energy converter (WEC) technology, designed to address the "energy transfer gap" through integrated onboard green hydrogen conversion. This paper details the evolution of the Ocean-2 from its initial 50 KW prototype tested in Puget Sound to the current V2 design, which is rated for a maximum capacity of 600 KW. The V2 design utilizes a hybrid "bobbing ball" overtopping mechanism, which captures energy from vertical wave motion (heaving) and subsequent water drainage through internal hydro-turbines. By converting generated electricity into exportable green hydrogen via seawater electrolysis, the Ocean-2 V2 bypasses the need for costly subsea cabling, enabling scalable deep-ocean deployment. This study analyzes the mechanical blueprint, performance metrics, and the 2030 vision for large-scale wave energy arrays.
Audrey Walter-Evans (Fri,) studied this question.