Ocean Power Technologies says surf — zone tests advance development of larger WAM — V platforms

Ocean Power Technologies completed a formally evaluated surf-zone demonstration of its WAM-V 8 platform at a USACE ERDC facility in Duck, North Carolina. Testing produced data to guide development of the 16-foot and 22-foot WAM-V platforms for near-shore operations. Results highlighted sensor performance limits, configuration changes, deployment methods, safety considerations, and design upgrades for demanding surf conditions. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Ocean Power Technologies Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief via (Ref. ID: 202609180815PRIMZONEFULLFEED9829355) on September 18, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)