Wave Power Systems


Wave Power Systems:  A Service of STA

Stewart Technology Associates (STA) is a marine engineering consultancy firm specializing in marine and offshore structures. At STA, we offer a diverse selection of engineering services including hydrodynamic analysis, structural design analysis, CE marking expert witness marine, jack-up analysis and mooring analysis.  In addition, STA has been interested in helping clients with renewable energy- particularly from wind farms and wave power systems.

Wave Power Systems
One of our growing areas of interest has been on wave power systems.  Stewart Technology Associates has assisted clients with wind farm installations using liftboats, jack-ups and crane barges.  Our clients are located worldwide and no matter what the issue, we can usually overcome any obstacles to achieve solutions.

OrcaFlex Software for Wave Power Systems
A main reason for STA accomplishments on wave power systems have been due to Orcina’s Orcaflex engineering software.  Our firm has worked closely with Orcina since inception in 1986.  Today, over 170 organizations worldwide rely on OrcaFlex for a wide variety of design and analysis work including wave power systems.

STA Offers Experience and Knowledge
One of the reasons we are a trusted marine consultancy firm when it comes to wave power systems is our experience and dedication to knowledge and technology.   Stewart Technology Associates and specifically Mr. W.P. (Bill) Stewart, P.E. has written numerous articles and technical papers and is a member of many societies in the field of marine engineering and analysis including: Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. This experience is a valuable resource for conducting wave power system research, design and analyses.

Stewart Technology Associates places a strong emphasis on technology. Technology is an important part of a comprehensive wave power system design and installation.  STA always arrives on location equipped and prepared with various technologies and software so that we can conduct a thorough analysis regarding wave powered systems, conduct updates and have technology available on hand to view images, print data or communicate on or off site.  For more information regarding wave power systems, please contact STA directly today.