The magnetic driver in rotating wave energy converters

In rotating wave energy converters, the traditional contact seal cannot completely prevent water leakage problems. In this study, the magnetic driver was introduced to replace the traditional contact seal in rotating wave energy converters, aiming to achieve absolute waterproof sealing and long-term running of the equipment. The equivalent magnetic charge theory and the finite element method were adopted to analyze the influence of magnetic driver parameters on its transmitted torque. The correlations between transmitted torque and different parameters were deduced from theoretical calculations and simulation results. The magnetic driver serves to improve the performance of transmission mechanism and promote the development of rotating wave energy converters, and the outcome of this research will guide the design of magnetic drivers suitable for rotating wave energy converters.