Abstract
This paper presents a hybrid drivetrain concept developed specifically for wave energy applications. The drivetrain comprises a hydrostatic hydraulic front end coupled to Vernier linear generator in such a fashion as to provide the advantages of both a hydraulic drivetrain and a direct-drive electrical system, while improving on the efficiency of both. In addition to the concept and functionality, work will be presented on the development of numerical models and the coupling of these models with the OPI Triton™ WEC. Further, recent validation of the numerical work on a 1:10 scale physical drivetrain prototype will also be presented.