WO2023199048A1

WO2023199048A1 - Wave energy converters

Info

Publication number: WO2023199048A1
Application number: PCT/GB2023/050973
Authority: WO
Inventors: Hugo MAUGHAN
Original assignee: Maughan Hugo
Priority date: 2022-04-12
Filing date: 2023-04-11
Publication date: 2023-10-19
Also published as: GB2621103A; GB202205453D0

Abstract

Wave energy converter Wave energy conversion technology that uses force application mechanisms or components, coupler mechanisms, changing connections, moving mounts, locking mechanisms, holders, and narrow profile floating body's which can be implemented individually, modularly or as a complete system.

Description

WAVE ENERGY CONVERTERS

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body that is relatively stationary in relation to or that moves differently to the moving body.

And at least one force application mechanism or component acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With one part of the device disconnecting from another part of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds the range of effect of the force application mechanism or component.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body with at least one force application mechanism or component acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With at least one non-permanent connection located between the other body and the moving body, the non-permanent connection can be located between the force application mechanism or component and the at least one moving body or between the force application mechanism or component and the at least one other body or within the force application mechanism or component.

The non-permanent connection disconnecting when the moving body moves beyond the range of effect of the force application mechanism or component.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force application mechanism or component that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

Wherein the force application mechanism or component detaches from the moving body when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

Wherein the force application mechanism or component detaches from another part or component of the device when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force application mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

With at least one coupler mechanism connected between two or more components of the device.

With at least one changing connection between two or more components of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a

SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body.

With at least one force application mechanism or component applying force to the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between two or more parts of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body.

With at least one changing connection between the moving body and the force application mechanism or component or between two or more other components or parts of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body that is relatively stationary in relation to, or that moves differently to, the moving body.

With at least one force application mechanism or component connected between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

And at least one non-permanent or changing connection between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body, between the force application mechanism or component and the other body or within the force application mechanism or component.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves in relation to at least one other body as a result of waves within a fluid.

With at least one force application mechanism or component applying force to the moving body

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the force application mechanism or component and another part of the force application mechanism.

With at least one force application mechanism or component applying force to the moving body. And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the other body and another part of the other body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body which is moved by waves within a fluid, the moving body moving in relation to at least one other body which is not the moving body and which is stable or relatively stable in relation to the moving body or which moves differently to the moving body. Connected between the moving body and the other body is at least one force application mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

The force application mechanism or component is permanently connected to the other body but is not permanently connected to the moving body. The connection between the force application mechanism or component and the other body is a constant connection, the connection between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent.

The force application mechanism or component remains connected to the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The force application mechanism or component connects to and disconnects from the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body is a constant connection, the connection between the force application mechanism or component and the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The force application mechanism or component remains connected to the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The force application mechanism or component connects to and disconnects from the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the force application mechanism or component and another part of the force application mechanism or component is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. One part of the force application mechanism or component connects to and disconnects from another part of the force application mechanism or component through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The force application mechanism or component remains connected to a part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the moving body connects to and disconnects from another part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the other body and another part of the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The force application mechanism or component remains connected to a part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the other body connects to and disconnects from another part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

There can be any combination of, equivalents of, other configurations of or multiples of such constant, permanent and inconstant, non-permanent connections located at any point or points within the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body that is stationary in relation to or that moves differently to, the moving body.

With at least one force application mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

And at least one point of detachment and reattachment in place between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body.

The moving body detaching from the force application mechanism or component as the moving body moves beyond the range of the force application mechanism or component and reattaching to the force application mechanism or component as the moving body moves back into the range of the force application mechanism or component.

Alternatively the at least one point of attachment and detachment can be anywhere between or within the at least one moving body, the at least one force application mechanism or component or the at least one other body.

Alternatively the other body can be comprised of the force application mechanism or component or incorporate within it the force application mechanism or component or the moving body can be comprised of the force application mechanism or component or incorporate within it the force application mechanism or component or any combination of such.

There can be any number of moving body's and other body's and any number of force application mechanisms or components and there can be any number of points of attachment and detachment between or within them.

And at least one spring or spring moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With one part of the device disconnecting from another part of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds the range of effect of the spring or spring moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body with at least one spring or spring moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With at least one non-permanent connection located between the other body and the moving body, the non-permanent connection can be located between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the at least one moving body or between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the at least one other body or within the spring or spring moved mechanism.

The non-permanent connection disconnecting when the moving body moves beyond the range of effect of the spring or spring moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

Wherein the spring or spring moved mechanism detaches from the moving body when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

Wherein the spring or spring moved mechanism detaches from another part or component of the device when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body.

With at least one spring or spring moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

With at least one changing connection between the moving body and the spring or spring moved mechanism or between two or more other components or parts of the device.

With at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

And at least one non-permanent or changing connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body, between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body or within the spring or spring moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves in relation to at least one other body as a result of waves within a fluid. With at least one spring or spring moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the spring or spring moved mechanism and another part of the force application mechanism.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body which is moved by waves within a fluid, the moving body moving in relation to at least one other body which is not the moving body and which is stable or relatively stable in relation to the moving body or which moves differently to the moving body. Connected between the moving body and the other body is at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism is permanently connected to the other body but is not permanently connected to the moving body. The connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body is a constant connection, the connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent.

The spring or spring moved mechanism remains connected to the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The spring or spring moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body is a constant connection, the connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The spring or spring moved mechanism remains connected to the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The spring or spring moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the spring or spring moved mechanism and another part of the spring or spring moved mechanism is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. One part of the spring or spring moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from another part of the spring or spring moved mechanism through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The spring or spring moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the moving body connects to and disconnects from another part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the other body and another part of the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The spring or spring moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the other body connects to and disconnects from another part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

With at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

And at least one point of detachment and reattachment in place between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body.

The moving body detaching from the spring or spring moved mechanism as the moving body moves beyond the range of the spring or spring moved mechanism and reattaching to the spring or spring moved mechanism as the moving body moves back into the range of the spring or spring moved mechanism.

Alternatively the at least one point of attachment and detachment can be anywhere between or within the at least one moving body, the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism or the at least one other body.

Alternatively the other body can be comprised of the spring or spring moved mechanism or incorporate within it the spring or spring moved mechanism or the moving body can be comprised of the spring or spring moved mechanism or incorporate within it the spring or spring moved mechanism or any combination of such.

There can be any number of moving body's and other body's and any number of springs or spring moved mechanisms and there can be any number of points of attachment and detachment between or within them.

And at least one float or float moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With one part of the device disconnecting from another part of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds the range of effect of the float or float moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body with at least one float or float moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With at least one non-permanent connection located between the other body and the moving body, the non-permanent connection can be located between the float or float moved mechanism and the at least one moving body or between the float or float moved mechanism and the at least one other body or within the float or float moved mechanism.

The non-permanent connection disconnecting when the moving body moves beyond the range of effect of the float or float moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

Wherein the float or float moved mechanism detaches from the moving body when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

Wherein the float or float moved mechanism detaches from another part or component of the device when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

With at least one coupler mechanism connected between two or more components of the device. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body.

With at least one float or float moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

With at least one changing connection between the moving body and the float or float moved mechanism or between two or more other components or parts of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body that is relatively stationary in relation to, or that moves differently to, the moving body.

With at least one float or float moved mechanism connected between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

And at least one non-permanent or changing connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body, between the float or float moved mechanism and the other body or within the float or float moved mechanism.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the float or float moved mechanism and the other body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the float or float moved mechanism and another part of the force application mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves in relation to at least one other body as a result of waves within a fluid. With at least one float or float moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body which is moved by waves within a fluid, the moving body moving in relation to at least one other body which is not the moving body and which is stable or relatively stable in relation to the moving body or which moves differently to the moving body. Connected between the moving body and the other body is at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The float or float moved mechanism is permanently connected to the other body but is not permanently connected to the moving body. The connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the other body is a constant connection, the connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent.

The float or float moved mechanism remains connected to the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The float or float moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body is a constant connection, the connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The float or float moved mechanism remains connected to the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The float or float moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the float or float moved mechanism and another part of the float or float moved mechanism is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. One part of the float or float moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from another part of the float or float moved mechanism through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The float or float moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the moving body connects to and disconnects from another part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the other body and another part of the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The float or float moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the other body connects to and disconnects from another part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

With at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

And at least one point of detachment and reattachment in place between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body.

The moving body detaching from the float or float moved mechanism as the moving body moves beyond the range of the float or float moved mechanism and reattaching to the float or float moved mechanism as the moving body moves back into the range of the float or float moved mechanism.

Alternatively the at least one point of attachment and detachment can be anywhere between or within the at least one moving body, the at least one float or float moved mechanism or the at least one other body.

Alternatively the other body can be comprised of the float or float moved mechanism or incorporate within it the float or float moved mechanism or the moving body can be comprised of the float or float moved mechanism or incorporate within it the float or float moved mechanism or any combination of such.

There can be any number of moving body's and other body's and any number of floats or float moved mechanisms and there can be any number of points of attachment and detachment between or within them.

And at least one weight or weight moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With one part of the device disconnecting from another part of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds the range of effect of the weight or weight moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one other body with at least one weight or weight moved mechanism acting between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

With at least one non-permanent connection located between the other body and the moving body, the non-permanent connection can be located between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the at least one moving body or between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the at least one other body or within the weight or weight moved mechanism.

The non-permanent connection disconnecting when the moving body moves beyond the range of effect of the weight or weight moved mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

Wherein the weight or weight moved mechanism detaches from the moving body when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

Wherein the weight or weight moved mechanism detaches from another part or component of the device when the moving body moves beyond a set point.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

With at least one weight or weight moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

With at least one changing connection between the moving body and the weight or weight moved mechanism or between two or more other components or parts of the device.

With at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected between the other body and the moving body and applying force to the moving body.

And at least one non-permanent or changing connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body, between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the other body or within the weight or weight moved mechanism.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the other body.

And at least one coupler mechanism connected between one part of the weight or weight moved mechanism and another part of the force application mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body which is moved by waves within a fluid, the moving body moving in relation to at least one other body which is not the moving body and which is stable or relatively stable in relation to the moving body or which moves differently to the moving body. Connected between the moving body and the other body is at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The weight or weight moved mechanism is permanently connected to the other body but is not permanently connected to the moving body. The connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the other body is a constant connection, the connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent.

The weight or weight moved mechanism remains connected to the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. The weight or weight moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body is a constant connection, the connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The weight or weight moved mechanism remains connected to the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement The weight or weight moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the weight or weight moved mechanism and another part of the weight or weight moved mechanism is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. One part of the weight or weight moved mechanism connects to and disconnects from another part of the weight or weight moved mechanism through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The weight or weight moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the moving body connects to and disconnects from another part of the moving body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

In another example the connection between one part of the other body and another part of the other body is an inconstant connection, a connection that is not permanent. The weight or weight moved mechanism remains connected to a part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement. One part of the other body connects to and disconnects from another part of the other body through the full range of the moving body's movement.

With at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

And at least one point of detachment and reattachment in place between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body.

The moving body detaching from the weight or weight moved mechanism as the moving body moves beyond the range of the weight or weight moved mechanism and reattaching to the weight or weight moved mechanism as the moving body moves back into the range of the weight or weight moved mechanism.

Alternatively the at least one point of attachment and detachment can be anywhere between or within the at least one moving body, the at least one weight or weight moved mechanism or the at least one other body. Alternatively the other body can be comprised of the weight or weight moved mechanism or incorporate within it the weight or weight moved mechanism or the moving body can be comprised of the weight or weight moved mechanism or incorporate within it the weight or weight moved mechanism or any combination of such.

There can be any number of moving body's and other body's and any number of weights or weight moved mechanisms and there can be any number of points of attachment and detachment between or within them.

Any such example can be situated or used in any fluid that experiences waves, for example but not limited to, a sea, ocean, lake or river and can comprise a wave energy converter or can comprise part of a wave energy converter or can be used in conjunction with other wave energy conversion means or can be attached to or form part of a larger more complex device or an or assembly or array of devices.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves on or within the fluid as a result of wave action experienced, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the moving body floating on or within the fluid or through the moving body being submerged within the fluid and moved by the heave and surge motion of the fluid causes by passing waves.

The moving body moving in relation to at least one other body that is stationary in relation to the moving body or that does not move the same as the moving body through, for example but not limited to, being comprised of or attached to a stationary structure or frame or by being comprised of or attached to another moving body that is less effected by, or effected differently by, passing waves.

With at least one force application mechanism or component which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a spring or spring moved mechanism, a weight or weight moved mechanism or a float or float moved mechanism which is connected between the moving body and the other body and which applies force to the moving body.

The moving body and force application mechanism or component are connected through a nonpermanent changing connection and connect to and disconnect from one another. This connection and disconnection can occur as the moving body moves into and out of the range of the force application mechanism or component.

The moving body, for example, disconnecting from the force applying mechanism or component as the moving body moves out of the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it and reconnecting to the force applying mechanism or component as the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it.

The moving body can disconnect from the force applying mechanism or component at any point of its movement, the moving body can disconnect from the force applying mechanism or component while still within the range of the force applying mechanism or component.

Alternatively the non-permanent changing connection can be between the force applying mechanism or component and the other body, with the force applying mechanism or component, for example, disconnecting from the other body and moving with the moving body as the moving body moves out of the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it and reconnecting to the other body as the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it.

Alternatively the non-permanent changing connection can be within the force applying mechanism or component itself, with one part of the force applying mechanism or component, for example, connecting to and disconnecting from one another part of the force applying mechanism or component as the moving body moves into and out of the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it.

The non-permanent changing connection can be between any two or more components of the device or between two or more parts of one component of the device and there can be multiple, non- permanent changing connections and multiple force applying mechanisms or components which can apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement and there can be multiple other body's.

The at least one other body can incorporate or can be comprised of the at least one force application mechanism or component or the at least one moving body can incorporate or can be comprised of the at least one force application mechanism or component.

The non-permanent changing connection can be comprised of a coupler mechanism or coupling or coupler or connector mechanism that couples or connects and uncouples or disconnects any two or more components or parts of the device.

The force application mechanism or component when not engaged with or applying force to the moving body can be guided or maintained in its position or movement by a guide or guidance means or engagement positioner.

The moving body can be guided in its movement by a moving body guide or guidance mechanism which is separate to the force application mechanism or component.

Any such force application mechanism or component, moving body or other body can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components and can have any type, form, configuration or number of additional or intermediary parts, components, mechanisms, or assembly's or alternatives or equivalents attached or connected to or between them.

The non-permanent changing connection can be between any two or more components of the device and can, for example, enable the moving body to move further than the physical range of the force application mechanism or component, the range of movement of the moving body not being limited by the physical scale or range of the force application mechanism or component and the full range of movement the moving body can experience can be separate to the distance over which the force application mechanism or component can apply force to the moving body.

The moving body can disconnect from one force application mechanism or component and connect to a different force application mechanism or component during the course of it's movement.

The moving body can connect to and disconnect from multiple different force application mechanisms or components during the course of if s movement.

The moving body can be effected by multiple different force application mechanisms or components separately or simultaneously during the course of it's movement.

The moving body can, for example, be effected differently and separately by different and separate force application mechanism or components at different wave heights or over different wave conditions.

The configuration of such multiple different force application mechanisms or components including their strength of effect and their ranges of engagement with and disengagement from the moving body can be selected or calibrated for the most optimal or desired results or conversion at or over differing wave conditions or specific wave heights.

There can be can be any number or combination of such weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms connecting to and engaging with one or multiple moving body's.

Any such examples can be situated or used in any fluid that experiences waves, for example but not limited to, a sea, ocean, lake or river and can comprise a wave energy converter or can comprise part of a wave energy converter or can be used in conjunction with other wave energy conversion means or can be attached to or form part of a larger more complex device or an or assembly or array of devices.

Amoving body can be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that moves within or upon a fluid, for example a sea, ocean, lake or river, in response to wave action. A moving body can be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that is attached or connected to or is moved by any component, body, assembly, member or structure that moves within or upon a fluid in response to wave action. A moving body can experience any direction or angle of movement in response to waves within the fluid, the moving body can experience a number of directions or angles of movement in response to waves within the fluid.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of any type or number of floating or buoyant body, object, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within a fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that is attached or connected to or is moved by any type or number of floating or buoyant body, object, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within a fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

Such a floating or buoyant body, object, component, assembly, member or structure can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of, attached or connected to or moved by a material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid, a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, liquid or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid, an open, semi open or closed floating hull or hulls or any alternatives or equivalents or any other type, form or configuration of component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within the fluid they are situated on or within and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, composition or combination.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of or attached or connected to or moved by a rigid, semi-rigid or flexible body, component, assembly, member or structure submerged or semi submerged within a fluid that is moved by, for example, capturing or providing resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action.

Such a moving body can be comprised of, attached or connected to or moved by, for example but not limited to, a pivoting flap, flat disk or moveable plate located below the surface of the fluid, a hollow box or concave or cupped component submerged or semi submerged within the fluid, a semi-rigid or flexible tube or elongate member submerged within the fluid or any other component or assembly of components that individually or together are pushed, pulled, rotated or otherwise moved by the movement of fluid caused by waves passing within a fluid and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, configuration or combination.

A moving body can move rotationally in response to wave action, the moving body can, for example, be comprised of or connected to or moved by a turbine or turbines either submerged within the fluid and moved by the movement of the fluid or located above the fluid and moved by the movement of air caused by passing waves within the fluid.

A moving body can be of any shape, configuration or complexity and there can be one, two or multiple moving bodies comprised of any configuration or combination of such examples which can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

An other body can be comprised of any component, collection or assembly of components that is not the moving body.

An other body can, for example, be comprised of the rest of the device that is not the moving body or can be comprised of a part or section of the rest of the device that is not the moving body.

An other body can, for example, be comprised of any form of body, member, structure, device, support, apparatus, frame, chassis, point or position or combination of such of any complexity or dimension that is stationary or relatively stationary in relation to a moving body.

Such an other body can, for example, be attached or connected to or comprised of one or multiple stationery or fixed body's, for example but not limited to, a pile, foundation, base or other sunken or embedded point or structure, a shoreline or rock formation, a pier, stack or quay or any other stationery or fixed position.

An other body can, for example, be comprised of any form of body, member, structure, device support, apparatus, frame, chassis, point or position or combination of such that moves on or within the fluid differently to how the moving body moves on or within the fluid.

Such an other body can, for example, be attached or connected to or be comprised of one or multiple other floating body's, for example but not limited to, a floating vessel, research station, observation buoy, offshore platform, fish farm or aquaculture complex or any other body or collection or assembly of components or structure that moves on or within the fluid differently to the moving body.

A force application mechanism or component can be an other body, the other body can be comprised of the force application mechanism or component. An other body can, for example, be comprised of a component or structure a force application mechanism or component applies force to or against that is not the moving body.

An other body can be stationary or relatively stationary or stable or relatively stable in relation to a moving body. An other body can move out of sync in relation to a moving body. An other body can move less or more or differently to a moving body. An other body can move with a moving body during a portion or the entirety of the moving body's movement. An other body can be comprised of a combination of components or connected structures. There can be one or multiple other bodies or other members, frames, chassis's, structures or apparatuses comprised of multiple stationary points or positions or multiple relatively stationary points or positions in relation to one or multiple moving body's or multiple points or positions that move differently to one or multiple moving body's.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of any mechanism or component that applies force to a moving body. The force applied to the moving body by a force application mechanism or component can, for example, be a pushing force, a pulling force, a rotational force or a combination of such.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, a mechanism or component that is powered or moved by the movement of a moving body. The force applied to the moving body by the force application mechanism or component being force or energy that is taken from the movement of the moving body, for example, the force application mechanism or component taking force or energy from one portion or range of the moving body's movement and applying force to another portion or range of the moving body's movement.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, a mechanism or component that applies force to a moving body which is not powered or moved by the moving body. A force application mechanism or component can, for example, take energy from a source such as a battery or motor and apply force to the movement of the moving body. The force application mechanism or component can add energy to the movement of the moving body.

A force application mechanism or component can remain stationary or relatively stationary in its position in relation to a moving body. A force application mechanism or component can move with or in relation to a moving body.

A force application mechanism or component can rotate and change its orientation in relation to a moving body. A force application mechanism or component can rotate and change its orientation in relation to an other body or other part or component of the device or apparatus.

There can be one or more force application mechanisms or components or sets of force application mechanisms or components effecting a moving body in one direction of movement. There can be one or more force application mechanisms or component or or sets of force application mechanisms or components effecting a moving body in two directions of movement. There can be one or more force application mechanisms or components or sets of force application mechanisms or component's effecting a moving body in multiple directions of movement.

A moving body can be comprised of a force application mechanism or component or a force application mechanism or component can be incorporated within and comprise part of a moving body.

An other body can be comprised of a force application mechanism or component or a force application mechanism or component can be incorporated within and comprise part of an other body.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or housed within a structure, housing or collection of structural elements.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or housed within a rotating structure, housing, assembly or collection of structural elements. A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or housed within a non-rotating structure, housing, assembly or collection of structural elements.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or interact with or be attached or connected to a rotating piston, bar, arm or rigid member or collection of rigid members. A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or interact with or be attached or connected to a flexible member or collection of flexible members.

A force application mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring. A force application mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas springs.

A force application mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or springs which are compressed, stretched, extended, deformed or deflected either directly or indirectly by the movement of a moving body and which apply stored force or energy to the movement of a moving body.

A force application mechanism or component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring, extension spring, tension spring, torsion spring, constant spring, variable spring, variable stiffness spring or linear spring and any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination.

A force application mechanism or component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of elastic, compressible, deformable or stretchable object, material, component or composition in any number or combination.

Such a spring or springs can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Any such spring or springs can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of weight or weights or weighted element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the moving body.

Such a weight or weights can be comprised of any dense, heavy or weighted material, element or component or assembly, collection, composition or combination of such.

Such a weight or weights can be comprised of any material, element or component or assembly, collection, composition or combination of materials, elements or components that the weight of which effects the movement of a moving body.

The weight of such weight or weights can be applied to a moving body and provide either a resistance or an amplification or both to the movement of the moving body, the weight of such weight or weights can be removed from the moving body. Such a weight or weights can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of heavy or relatively heavy object or collection or assembly of objects and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a solid or hollow metal, ceramic, polymer, stone or concrete component or assembly of components and any equivalents or alternatives of such in any shape, complexity, number or combination or of a housing, chamber or case containing a dense or heavy material or materials such as sand, hardcore, gravel, ball bearings or scrap or any equivalents or alternatives and can be comprised of any number or combination of such or can be comprised of a combination or composite of dense and structurally sound materials or can be comprised of any other heavy or relativity heavy or weighted object, component, material or assembly of components and materials in any number or combination.

Such a weight or weights can connect to and be applied to a moving body and disconnect from and be removed from a moving body.

Such a weight or weights can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Such a weight or weights can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of float or floatation means or floating or buoyant element, object, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the moving body.

Such a float or floatation means can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of material, element, component or assembly, collection, composition or combination of such that individually or overall floats on or within the fluid.

Such a float or floatation means can be located on the surface of the fluid or submerged beneath the surface of the fluid, the buoyancy of such float or floatation means can be applied to the moving body and provide either a resistance or an amplification or both to the movement of the moving body, the buoyancy of such float or floatation means can be removed from the moving body.

Such a float or floatation means can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of material, element, object or component or collection or assembly or combination of materials, elements, components or objects that singularly or together float on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of an air or gas filled sealed container or compartment or a foam filled float or floating body or an open or closed floating hull and any equivalents or alternatives in of such in any number or combination or can be comprised of any solid object, material or element or combination of objects, materials or elements that are individually or in combination less dense than the surrounding fluid or of any component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within the fluid they are situated on or within and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, configuration or combination.

Such a float or floatation means can connect to and be applied to a moving body and disconnect from and be removed from a moving body.

Such a float or floatation means can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Such a float or floatation means can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such weight or weights or weighted or relatively heavy element, component or material.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

The movement of a weight moved or powered mechanism can apply a force to a moving body and provide either a resistance or an amplification or both to the movement of the moving body. A weight moved or powered mechanism can transfer or apply the weight of a weight, weights or weighted or heavy element, component or material to a moving body and provide either a resistance or an amplification or both to the movement of the moving body

A weight moved or powered mechanism can connect to and disconnect from a moving body, the other body or some other point or have a point of disconnection within it or a weight moved or powered mechanism can remain connected and attached to the moving body and all other points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection.

A weight moved or powered mechanism can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

There can be any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms between such a weight moved or powered mechanism and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and any number of weight moved or powered mechanisms can effect any number of moving body's.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one rigid member moved by at least one weight against the moving body.

For example a weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of at least one rigid member that is pushed or moved against or towards a moving body by at least one weight or weighted element. The rigid member rotating as it is pushed or moved against the moving body and applying force to the moving body through a range of angles and directions.

A weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of, for example, at least one rigid member that is pushed and moved against at least one moving body by the weight and movement of at least one weight or weighted element, the rigid member connected to or mounted on or housed within at least one pivotable or rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member pivoting or rotating on said component or assembly and changing in the angle at which, and so the direction in which, it applies force to the moving body as it is pushed and moved against the moving body by the weight and movement of the weight or weighted element. The direction in which the rigid member applies force to the moving body can, for example, change as the moving body moves in relation to the rigid member.

A rigid member can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of rigid or semi rigid component or collection or assembly of components of any shape, size or dimensions, for example but not limited to, any type of bar, shaft, piston, beam, slider, pipe, rib, rod, pole, linkage, tube or spoke or any other extended component or assembly or any equivalents or alternatives which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A rigid member can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of telescopic, extending or expanding component or assembly of components, for example but not limited to, a telescopic frame, assembly, pole bar, shaft or other extending component or any type of scissor mechanism or arm or any equivalents or alternatives which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

There can be one or multiple of such rigid members in any combination or configuration that are moved against one or multiple moving body's by one or multiple weights or weighted elements.

A pivotable or rotatable component or assembly that a rigid member can be connected to, mounted on or housed within can be comprised of, or can move, pivot or rotate on, any component or any collection or assembly of components that rotate, revolve or pivot in one or more directions, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of wheel, hinge, drum, nut, roller, swivel, shaft, bearing, gear, rotor, spindle, caster, ring, crank, collar, cam or joint or combination or assembly of such and any equivalents or alternatives. Any such pivotable or rotatable component or assembly that a rigid member can be connected to, mounted on or housed within can move linearly or angularly as well as rotatably.

Any such weight moved or weight powered mechanism that pushes a rigid member against or linearly moves a rigid member against a moving body can be comprised of any mechanism or apparatus that translates or converts the movement of a weight or weights or weighted element into the linear or angular motion of a rigid member or which applies the movement or weight of a weight or weights or weighted element to a rigid member.

A weight moved or powered mechanism that pushes a rigid member against or linearly or angularly moves a rigid member against a moving body can connect to and disconnect from the moving body or from any other point during the course of the moving body's movement or can experience no disconnection and reconnection during the course of the moving body's movement.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between any such rigid member and the at least one weight or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between a weight moved or powered mechanism that pushes a rigid member against or linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards a moving body and the moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which effect any number of moving body's.

Alternatively any such weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of, for example, any such rigid member that is pushed or moved against or towards a moving body by at least one weight or weighted element. The rigid member connected to, mounted on or moving or housed within a fixed, set or non-rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member remaining at a set angle and not rotating as it is moved against the moving body by the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element.

For example a weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of at least one rigid or at least one flexible member that is moved away from at least one moving body by at least one weight or weighted element.

The at least one rigid or at least one flexible member being moved away from or in relation to and pulling against the at least one moving body by the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element and connecting to and disconnecting from the moving body or to and from another part of the device during the course of the moving body's movement or remaining connected to the moving body and all other points through the full range of the moving body's movement.

The direction in which the rigid or flexible member pulls against the moving body can, for example, change as the moving body moves in relation to the rigid or flexible member.

A weight moved or powered mechanism that pulls a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body can be comprised of, for example, any mechanism or apparatus that translates or transfers the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element to a moving body via any form or type of rigid or flexible member or combination of such.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between the at least one rigid or at least one flexible member and the at least one weight or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between a weight moved or powered mechanism that pulls a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body and the moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which effect any number of moving body's

For example a weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of at least one rotating component that is rotated by the weight of at least one weight or weighted element, the rotating component being in contact with at least one moving body and rotating against and applying force to the moving body in one or more directions.

The direction in which the rotating component rotates against the moving body can, for example, change as the moving body moves in relation to the rotating component.

A weight moved or powered mechanism that rotates a rotating component against a moving body can connect to and disconnect from the moving body or from any other point during the course of the moving body's movement or can experience no disconnection and reconnection during the course of the moving body's movement.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between the at least one rotating component and the at least one weight or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between a weight moved or powered mechanism that rotates a rotating component and the moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which effect any number of moving body's.

A weight moved or weight powered mechanism that linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be compromised of a system of lines and pulleys which connect at least one weight or weighted element to at least one rigid member.

The weight of the weight, weights or weighted element can through a system of pulleys and lines pull the rigid member in a direction or directions. The rigid member can be pulled linearly or substantially linearly or angularly in a direction or directions. The rigid member can pivot or rotate on a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly while it is pulled linearly or substantially linearly or angularly in a direction or directions by a pulley and line system moved by at least one weight or weighted element.

Such a mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one pulley located at or near one end of at least one rigid member to the side of the length of the rigid member with at least one line running from the pulley and attaching to the rigid member at or near the other or opposite end of the rigid member to where the pulley is located.

The line going from where it is connected at or near one end of the rigid member and around the pulley located at or near the other end of the rigid member and connecting to at least one weight or weighted element or weighted mechanism or structure which, for example, pulls on the opposite end of the line to the end connected to the rigid member.

The line when pulled on by the weight or weighted element pulling the end of the rigid member connected to the line towards the pulley and moving the extent of the rigid member situated between the point of line attachment and the location of the pulley towards and out from and beyond the position of the pulley towards and against at least one moving member.

The rigid member or the rigid member and pulley for example being mounted on any type, form or configuration pivotable or rotatable component or assembly, the direction the rigid member is pulled towards and out beyond the at least one pulley changing as the pivotable or rotatable component or assembly rotates or changes in orientation. The weight or weighted element for example pulling on the line and moving the rigid member out and against a moving body through a range of angles and directions as the pivotable or rotatable component or assembly rotates or changes in orientation and the moving member moves in relation to it.

The at least one pulley can be located anywhere along or in relation to the length of the at least one rigid member and the at least one line can be connected anywhere along the length of the rigid member.

The at least one rigid member can move, for example, within a guiding or restraining component or assembly that can limit the rigid members movement to a set linear or angular direction or to a set extent and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a channel, groove or other recess or a sleeve, covering or other enclosure or one or multiple hoops, rings, collars or bindings or a rail or runner or any equivalents or alternatives. Such guidance or restraining means can be connected to, mounted on or housed within and rotate or pivot on any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between the at least one rigid member, at least one line, at least one pulley and the at least one weight or weighted element.

There can be multiple lines and pulleys and weights or weighted elements in any number, combination or configuration which can move a single rigid member or multiple rigid members and any complexity or configuration of line and pulley system can be used which can or can not employ mechanical advantage.

Such a system can, for example but not limited to, be compromised of any type, form or configuration of line and pulleys or pulleys and cable, block and tackle, belts, ropes, wire or chains or other flexible members and sheave or pulley wheel or gears, turners, axle, shaft or spinners or other rotating components or a chain drive or drives, belt drive or drives, cable drive or drives or linkages or a linkage assembly or gear train or any other alternatives or equivalents and there can be any combination or configuration of such or other suitable apparatus or mechanisms.

A direction altering component, for example but not limited to, a rounded protrusion, smooth cylinder or shaped runner or stationary non-rotating pulley or wheel or other rounded or curving object or component can be used in place of or in addition to or in combination with any rotating component such as pulley or wheel for at least one flexible member such as a line, cable, belt, rope, wire or chain which is attached between at least one rigid member and at least one weight or weighted element to loop, curve or bend around and change the direction in which it is pulled or moved by either said rigid member or said weight or weighted element.

Any such weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives can be connected to, mounted on or housed within any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between any such weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which can move any number of rigid member's towards or against any number of moving body's.

Any such weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism or can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection.

Any such example system can linearly or angularly move at least one rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a fixed, set or non-rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member remaining at a set angle and not rotating as it is moved against a moving body.

Alternatively any such example pulley and line system of any type or configuration described above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such which are moved by at least one weight or weighted element and linearly move at least one rigid member towards or against a moving body can, for example, also move at least component or at least one rigid or at least one flexible member away from at least one moving body and so apply a pulling force to the moving body.

Such a system can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one rigid member or other component which is pulled or moved away from at least one moving body by the weight of at least one weight or weighted element via a pulley and line system or equivalents or can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, the at least one line or other flexible member or equivalent of a pulley and line system connected to at least one moving body with no intermediary members or components and the weight of the at least one weight or weighted element pulling against the movement of the moving body via any such pulley and line system through a range of angles and directions as the moving body moves in relation to it. A weight moved or weight powered mechanism that linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards and against a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be compromised of at least one rotating component connected to at least one rigid member, the rotating component connected to and rotated by the weight and movement of at least one weight or weighted element, the rotation of the rotating component moving the rigid member in a linear or angular manner towards and against at least one moving body.

The rigid member connected to, mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly and pivoting or rotating on said component or assembly as it is moved linearly or angularly towards and against the moving body by the rotating component that is rotated by the weight and movement of the weight or weighted element.

The at least one rotating component can be rotated by any suitable assembly or mechanism that converts the movement of a weight or weights or weighted element into the rotational movement of at least one rotating component.

Such a mechanism can, for example but not limited, be comprised of at least one second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member connected to at least one weight or weighted element and connected to, engaged with or wound around at least one rotating component with the rotating component connected to or engaged with at least one first rigid member.

The weight and movement of the weight or weighted element moving the second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member and the movement of the second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member rotating the rotating component.

The rotation of the rotating component moving the first rigid member the rotating component is connected to or engaged with linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body.

In an alternative example there can be no first rigid member and the rotating component can be connected to or engaged directly with the moving body or there can be no second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member and the weight or weighted element can be connected directly to the rotating component or there can be any combination of such.

Any such first rigid member, rotating component, second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member and weight or weighted element can be, or any one or any combination of such can be, connected to, mounted on or housed within any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly and pivot or rotate on said component or assembly as the moving body moves.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between any such second rigid, semi rigid or flexible member, rotating component, first rigid member, weight or weighted element and moving body.

Such a rotating component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating gear which can include any type or configuration of sprocket, chain wheel, cog, cage gear, bevel gear, helical gear, crown gear, skew gear, spiral gear, worm gear or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. .

Such a rotating component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating wheel, bearing, pinion, axle, roller, shaft, friction wheel or friction roller or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. . Any such rotating component can be rotated by a mechanism or assembly comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one weight or weighted element which is attached or connected to at least one flexible member such as a cable, line, belt, chain or wire.

The at least one flexible member attached to or engaged with and spooled, wrapped or wound around at least one rotating component or a component or assembly attached to at least one rotating component such as any type of shaft, axle, frame, drum or winder.

The weight of the weight or weighted element, for example, pulling on and moving the flexible member and so rotating the rotating component as the weight or weighted element moves and unspool's, unwraps, unwinds, rewinds or moves the flexible member which is attached to or engaged with and spooled, wrapped or wound around the rotating component or a component or assembly attached to the rotating component.

Any such flexible member can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of line, cable, belt, rope, wire, chain, loop or any equivalents or alternatives and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

There can be any number and type of rotating component, flexible member and weight or weighted element in any combination or configuration which can operate with or without mechanical advantage.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between the at least one rotating component, at least one flexible member and the at least one weight or weighted element.

Any such rotating component can be rotated by a mechanism or assembly comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one weight or weighted element which is attached or connected at least one second rigid or semi rigid member with the at least one second rigid or semi rigid member connected to or engaged with at least one rotating component.

The weight of the weight or weighted element acting on and moving the second rigid or semi rigid member and the second rigid or semi rigid member rotating the rotating component it is connected to or engaged with as second rigid or semi rigid member is moved by the weight or weighted element.

The at least one second rigid or semi rigid member can be comprised of or have attached or connected to it, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of linear gear that has, for example, geared teeth, sockets, roller chain or any alternatives or equivalents attached to it or incorporated within it that engage with and rotates at least one rotating component comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating gear as the weight of the weight or weighted element moves the second rigid or semi rigid member.

Any such linear and circular gears can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of linear or circular gear arrangement with any type or configuration of mechanical or magnetic circular and linear gears in any shape, size, number or combination which can include, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rack and pinion, chain drive, sprocket and track, cog and chain or any type of lead screw, translation screw, roller screw or ball screw mechanism which can be in any ratio, number or combination and which can or can not employ mechanical advantage. The at least one second rigid or semi rigid member can be comprised of or have attached or connected to it, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of inflexible or compliant, soft, high friction, textured, panelled, rough, uneven, raised, gridded, knobbled, embossed, anti-slip, non-skid or grip materiel, surface, coating or covering or any alternatives or equivalents attached to it or incorporated within it.

The at least one second rigid or semi rigid member held against, interacting with or moving against and rotating at least one rotating component comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating wheel, bearing, pinion, roller, shaft or any equivalents or alternatives which can have, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of compliant, soft, high friction, textured, panelled, rough, uneven, raised, gridded, knobbled, embossed, anti-slip, non-skid or grip materiel, surface, coating or covering or any equivalents or alternatives as the weight of the weight or weighted element moves the at least one second rigid or semi rigid member.

Any such second rigid or semi rigid member can be attached or connected to at least weight or weighted element or can comprise a weight or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between any such second rigid or semi rigid member and any such rotating component and weight or weighted element and there can be any number and combination of such.

Any such rotating component can be rotated by a mechanism or assembly comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one weight or weighted element which is attached or connected to or engaged directly with at least one rotating component with no intermediate components.

Any such rotating component can move at least one rigid member linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body by, for example but not limited to, the rotating component being comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating gear described above or any alternatives or equivalents and the at least one rigid member having attached or connected to it or being comprised of any type, form or configuration of linear gear described above or any alternatives or equivalents

The rotating component comprised of the circular or non-circular gear as it is rotated by any of the weight moved or powered mechanisms described or any alternatives or equivalents moving the rigid member which is comprised of or has attached or connected to it the linear gear the circular is engaged with or connected to linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body as the circular gear is rotated.

Any such rotating component can move at least one rigid member linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body by, for example but not limited to, the rotating component being comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular wheel, bearing, pinion, roller or shaft described above or any equivalents or alternatives and the at least one rigid member having attached or connected to it or being comprised of any type, form or configuration of inflexible or compliant, raised, friction, embossed, anti-slip or grip materiel or surface described above or any alternatives or equivalents

The rotating component comprised of the circular or non-circular wheel, bearing, pinion, roller or shaft as it is rotated by any of the weight moved or powered mechanisms described or any alternatives or equivalents moving the rigid member which is comprised of or has attached or connected to it the inflexible or compliant, raised, friction, embossed, anti-slip or grip materiel or surface the circular or non-circular wheel, bearing, pinion, roller or shaft is engaged with or connected to linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body as the circular or non-circular wheel, bearing, pinion, roller or shaft is rotated.

Any such rotating component can move at least one rigid member linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body by, for example but not limited to, the rigid member being attached or connected to at least one flexible member such as a cable, line, belt, chain or wire described above or any equivalents or alternatives.

The flexible member being attached, connected to or engaged with and spooled, wrapped or wound around the rotating component or a component or assembly attached to the rotating component such as any type of shaft, axle, frame, drum or winder.

The rotating component as it is rotated by any of the weight moved or powered mechanisms described or any alternatives or equivalents, for example, pulling on and moving the flexible member and so moving the rigid member linearly or angularly towards and against at least one moving body as the flexible member spools, wraps, winds, or moves around the rotating component as the rotating component is rotated.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between any such rotating component, rigid, semi rigid or flexible member and weight or weighted element and there can be any number and combination of such.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives can be connected to, mounted on or housed within any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which can move any number of rigid member's towards or against any number of moving body's.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism or can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection.

Alternatively at least one rotating component can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of crank, wheel or cam attached or connected to any type, form or configuration of rod, piston or slider or any equivalents or alternatives of such.

With the rod, piston or slider attached to or compromising at least one rigid member and a weight or weights or weighted element directly attached to the crank, wheel or cam or connected by, for example a linkage or flexible member, to the crank, wheel or cam.

The weight of the weight or weights or weighted element rotating the crank, wheel or cam and moving the rigid member attached to or comprised of the the rod, piston or slider linearly against a moving body.

The assembly being connected to or mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly and rotating or pivoting on said component or assembly and changing in angle as the rigid member is moved against the moving body.

There can be any number of such cranks, wheels or cams rotated by any number of weights or weighted elements that move any number of rods, pistons or sliders in any combination.

Alternatively any type, form or configuration of linear drive or linear actuator or any other mechanism or assembly that translates rotational motion into linear motion or vice versa can be moved by the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element to transfer or apply said weight to the movement of a moving body in one or multiple directions of the moving body's movement.

Any such rigid member, rotating component or mechanism can be connected to, mounted on or housed within any type, form or configuration or pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

The at least one rotating component can be rotated by any suitable assembly or mechanism that translates the movement of a weight or weights or weighted element into the rotational movement of a rotating component.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between any such rotating component and weight moved mechanism or any equivalents or alternatives and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which can move any number of rigid member's towards or against any number of moving body's.

Any such example rotating component can linearly or angularly move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a fixed, set or non-rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member remaining at a set angle and not rotating as it is moved against a moving body.

Alternatively any such example rotating component of any form or type which is described or mentioned above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such which are rotated by at least one weight or weighted element and linearly or angularly move at least one rigid member towards or against at least one moving body can, for example, also rotate to move at least one rigid member or at least one flexible member away from at least one moving body and so apply a pulling force to the moving body through a range of angles and directions as the moving member moves in relation to it

Alternatively any such example rotating component of any type, form or configuration which is described or mentioned above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such can, for example, be rotated by the weight of a weight, weights or weighted element directly against a moving body or against a component attached to a moving body in one or more directions of the moving body's movement.

For example but not limited to, the rotating component being comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular gear and the moving body being comprised of or having attached to it any type, form or configuration of linear gear, the rotating component comprised of the circular gear engaged with and applying force to the linear gear or, for example, the rotating component being comprised of any type, form or configuration of friction wheel or roller and engaging directly with the moving body.

A weight moved or weight powered mechanism that linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body through a range of angles can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled that is connected between at least one weight or weighted element and at least one rigid member. Such a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be comprised of any material or component or combination of materials or components that alone or together comprise a flexible member that resists compression and transfers the weight of the weight or weights or weighted element to a rigid member.

Such a mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one end of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled being attached to at least one weight or weighted element that is in an elevated position above said flexible member, the flexible member running downwards from the weight or weighted element and curving to the side with the other end of said flexible member attached to the end of at least one rigid member located furthest from the moving body.

The weight or weights or weighted element exerting a downwards force against the upper end of the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled which is transferred through said flexible member to the rigid member at the other end of the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled.

The weight or weights or weighted element moving the upper end of the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled downwards which moves the other end of said flexible member against the end of the rigid member which moves the rigid member linearly towards and against the moving body.

The flexible member that can be pushed or pulled curving or bending through a range of angles while pushed against the rigid member by the weight or weights or weighted element and moving the rigid member linearly or angularly against the moving body as the rigid member rotates or pivots on the pivotable or rotatable component or assembly it is connected to, mounted on or housed within.

The at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can move within or be constrained by a guide or guidance component or components that can, for example, guide the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled in it's movement down from the weight or weights or weighted element and around to the rigid member or, for example, constrain unwanted lateral movement of the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled.

Such a guide or guidance component or components can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any from or type of tube, pipe or sleeve or a channel, groove, passage or recess within or between components or an enclosed or semi enclosed container or a rail or extended projection or an external frame or lattice.

Alternatively a weight moved or weight powered mechanism that applies a pushing force to a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled that is connected between at least one weight or weighted element and at least one moving body. The flexible member moved directly against the moving body by the weight or weighted element with no rigid member in between the flexible member and moving body.

Such a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be pushed against a moving body through a range of angles by, for example, being mounted on or moving within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly or by moving within or through a guide or guidance component that allows the flexible member to curve or bend through a range of angles or through a combination of such.

Such a weight moved or weight powered mechanism that moves such a flexible member against a moving body can connect to and disconnect from the moving body, an other body or some other point or have a point of disconnection within it or can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection.

A flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of flexible or semi flexible member or material or assembly or combination of members or materials that can be pushed and pulled or that can transfer force along a linear direction when pushed against, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a flexible rod, pole, bar, hose, pipe, or cable, a braided or woven wire or wires a helix or helical wire or any form or type of chain, chain actuator or push pull chain, a corrugated or ribbed belt, tube, pipe or hose, a flexible material with rigid or load bearing blocks or components attached, a braided line or semi rigid belt or any other flexible material or flexible composition of materials that resist lateral deformation and there can be one or multiple of such in any combination.

A flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be comprised of for example a collection of individual rigid or solid components which due to their relative size act as a flexible medium or member, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a series of individual solid objects constrained within a rigid, semi rigid or flexible holder, sleeve or guide for example ball bearings or solid pucks moving within a pipe or tube or a series of levers joined together to form linkages, or a collection of short rods or compact stiff members flexibly or rotatably connected together or an articulated multiple section member or any other collection of rigid or semi rigid or solid objects that are pushed against one another within a sleeve, tube or other suitable guidance means and there can be one or multiple of such in any combination.

A flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be comprised of for example a compression resistant fluid moved within a sealed flexible or rigid tube or housing, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any form of hydraulic fluid such as water or oil moving within a rigid tube or pipe or a flexible hydraulic hose, tube, pipe or line which can have for example any form of type of hydraulic cylinder or piston at each end.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between any such flexible member that can be pushed and pulled, rigid or semi rigid member and weight or weighted element and there can be any number and combination of such flexible members, rigid or semi rigid members and weight or weighted elements in any configuration effecting one or multiple moving body's.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or any equivalents or alternatives can be connected to, mounted on or housed within any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or any equivalents or alternatives and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism or can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection. Any such a example flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can linearly or anguarly move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a fixed, set or non-rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member remaining at a set angle and not rotating as it is moved against a moving body.

Alternatively any such example flexible member that can be pushed and pulled of any form or type which is described or mentioned above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such which are pushed by at least one weight or weighted element and linearly or angularly move at least one rigid member towards or against a moving body can, for example, also be pulled on by the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element and move at least one rigid member or at least one flexible member away from the moving body and so apply a pulling force to the moving body through a range of angles and directions as the moving member moves in relation to it.

A weight moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly linearly or angularly against a moving body can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of line and pulley or rotating component or flexible member or any equivalents or alternatives in any configuration or combination and there can be any number of such.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member or a flexible member towards or against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can connect to and disconnect from a moving body, an other body or some other point or have a point of disconnection within it.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member or a flexible member towards or against a moving body or rotates a rotating component against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection or detachment and reattachment.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such float, floatation means or floating elements.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism or mechanisms that are moved or powered by a weight or weights or weighted element and are described above, including all configurations, combinations and equivalents and alternatives, can also be comprised of a mechanism or mechanisms that are moved or powered by one or multiple floats, floatation means or floating elements that are located on or submerged within the fluid in place of a weight or weights or weighted element.

For example a float, floatation means or floating elements submerged beneath or on the surface of the fluid can be used in any of the ways a weight or weights or weighted element can be used and is described above to move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly linearly against a moving body or to move a nonrotating rigid member linearly against a moving body or to move a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled against a moving body or to move a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body or to rotate a rotating component against a moving body with the float, floatation means or floating elements located on or submerged beneath the surface of the fluid exerting a substantially upwards force on any of said mechanisms or equivalents or alternatives to move or power said mechanisms in place of a substantially downwards force exerted by a weight or weights or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms between any such float moved or powered mechanism and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and any number of such float moved or powered mechanisms can effect any number of moving body's.

Any such float, floatation means or floating element moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can connect to and disconnect from a moving body, an other body or some other point or have a point of disconnection within it or

Any such float, floatation means or floating element moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member or a flexible member towards or against a moving body or rotates a rotating component against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection or detachment and reattachment.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such mechanical or gas spring or springs.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism or mechanisms that are moved or powered by a weight or weights or weighted element and are described above, including all configurations, combinations and equivalents and alternatives, can also be comprised of a mechanism or mechanisms that are moved or powered by one or multiple mechanical or gas springs of any type, form or configuration in any number or combination in place of a weight or weights or weighted element.

For example at least one mechanical or gas compression, extension or torsion spring of any type, form or configuration can be used in any of the ways a weight or weights or weighted element can be used and is described above to move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly linearly against a moving body or to move a non-rotating rigid member linearly against a moving body or to move a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled against a moving body or to move a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body or to rotate a rotating component against a moving body with the at least one mechanical or gas compression, extension or torsion spring proving a pushing, pulling or rotational force to move or power said mechanisms in place of a weight or weights or weighted element.

There can be any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms between such a spring moved or powered mechanism and a moving body or any other part or component of the device and any number of spring moved or powered mechanisms can effect any number of moving body's.

Any such mechanical or gas spring moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can connect to and disconnect from a moving body, an other body or some other point or have a point of disconnection within it or any such mechanical or gas spring moved or powered mechanism that moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body or rotates a rotating component against a moving body or that moves a rigid member or a flexible member away from a moving body can remain connected and attached to all points or components and experience no disconnection and reconnection.

Any such mechanism or mechanisms described above including all configurations, combinations and equivalents and alternatives can be moved or powered by any number of weights or weighted elements, floats or floating elements and mechanical or gas springs in any combination.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of any number or combination of such springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms.

Any such weight or weights or weighted element or float, floatation means or floating element or float, floatation means or floating element moved or powered mechanism or weight or weights or weighted element moved or powered mechanism which is connected to, is applied to or interacts with a moving body can act or can be used as a counterweight or a counterbalance system to the movement of the moving body in one or multiple directions of the moving body's movement.

Such a counterweight or counterbalance system can be constantly applied to the movement of the moving body or can be used in combination with an inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism and connect to and be applied to and disconnect from and be removed from the movement of the moving body.

Any such mechanical or gas spring, weight or weights or weighted element or float or floatation means or floating element and any such mechanism moved or powered by such can be external or internal to a moving body and can apply force between a moving body and any other point, body or structure which can be internal or external to a moving body.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, a rigid member such as a rod, bar, pole or piston which is moved against a moving body and applies a pushing force to the moving body and that is moved by, for example but not limited to, a motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic system or moved by a flywheel.

Such a rigid member can be moved away from a moving body by a flywheel or motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic system and apply a pulling force to the moving body.

Such a rigid member can be moved against and away from a moving body by a flywheel or motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic system and alternate between applying a pushing and a pulling force to the moving body.

Such a rigid member can rotate or change in its orientation as the moving body moves and can apply force to the moving body in more than one direction or through different or changing angles of force application.

Such a rigid member can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or from another point during the course of the moving body's movement. Such a rigid member can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or from another point through a changing connection or connector mechanism, coupling or coupler. Such a rigid member can remain connected to all points during the course of the moving body's movement.

There can be any number of intermediary components or mechanisms between such a rigid member and a moving body and any number or combination of rigid member's and motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic systems or flywheels.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, a rotating component which is rotated against a moving body by for example a motorised or hydraulic or pneumatic system. The rotating component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the pinion or equivalent of a rack and pinion mechanism or of a friction roller of wheel.

Such a rotating component can be comprised of or moved by a flywheel or flywheels.

Such a rotating component can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or from another point during the course of the moving body's movement. For example, a moving body can disconnect from one flywheel or other rotating component that is rotating in one direction and connect to or with another flywheel or other rotating component that is rotating in another direction and vice versa.

Such a rotating component or components can remain connected to all points during the course of the moving body's movement.

There can be any number of intermediary components or mechanisms between such a rotating component and a moving body and any number or combination of rotating component's and motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic systems or flywheels.

With at least one inconstant, changing or non-permanent connection between two or more components of the device.

The inconstant, changing or non-permanent connection can connect and disconnect two or more components of the device and can enable the moving body to move beyond the range of effect of the force application mechanism or component.

The inconstant, changing or non-permanent connection can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of changing connection between two or more parts, segments or components of the device that changes or that does not remain static, constant or the same.

An changing connection can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of inconstant, unsecured or unfixed mechanical connection between two or more components or of any known type, form or configuration of adaptive, active or dynamic mechanical connection between two or more parts or components.

Such a changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection between at least two parts in which one part moves into and out of contact with another part or can be comprised of, for example, a point of contact between at least two components that is a temporary point of contact.

Such a changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection where one part or component moves away from and ceases to be in contact with at least one other part or component and moves back towards and back into contact with the same part or component or a connection where one part or component moves away from and ceases to be in contact with at least one other part or component and moves towards and into contact with a different part or component. Such a changing connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one component having no attachment to, but interacting with and moving into and out of contact with, one or more other components, for example but not limited to, a linear or circular gear moving into and out of contact with at least one other linear or circular gear or a rigid connector that rotates into and out of or moves linearly into and out of contact with at least one other component or an unfastened or inconstant connection between at least two parts or components such as but not limited to a panel, member, bar, body or housing moving into and out of contact with another panel, member, bar, body or housing.

Such a changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection between two or more parts or components that moves as one part or component moves in relation to another such as a connection between at least two parts in which two or more parts stay in contact with one another while one of the parts moves along another part or a changing connection can be comprised of, for example, at least one component that is in constant contact with at least one other component but the part, section or surface of the second component the first component is in contact with changes.

Such a changing connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a component or assembly of components that move on or along a rail or other extended protrusion or that move within or along a groove or other extended recess or vice versa or can be comprised of a wheel, roller, bearing, tip, point or other moving component or assembly that runs or moves along a surface or along another component or assembly or can for example be comprised of any form of circular gear or circular component that moves along any form of linear gear or linear component or vice versa.

The at least one inconstant, changing or non-permanent connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one or more coupler mechanisms.

A coupler mechanism can be comprised of any component or collection of components that couples, connects or docks with one or more other components.

A coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of coupler or coupling, coupler or coupling mechanism or system, connector, connector system or connector mechanism.

A coupler mechanism can be comprised of a one part, two part or multiple part mechanism.

The force application mechanism or component, the moving body, the other body or another part or component of the device can, for example, be connected or attached to or incorporate a coupler mechanism or mechanisms.

A coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, moving parts that move to fit together or move onto or into one another or can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, non-moving parts that are shaped or configured to fit into, around or over one another or any combination of such.

A coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a component or components that comes into contact and is pushed against another component or components without forming a permanent connection to that other component or components.

A coupler mechanism can engage with or receive another component or element of the device or can engage with or receive other components or elements of the device. If the force application mechanism or component changes orientation or position in relation to the moving body or other body as the moving body moves and there is a coupler mechanism located between the other body and the moving body the coupler mechanism or a part of the coupler mechanism can rotate or move linearly in relation to another part of the device or another part of the coupler mechanism or can be of a shape where it can receive or engage with another part of the device or another part of the coupler mechanism from a number of angles or positions.

A coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a mechanism with at least two parts where one part rotates to maintain alignment or position with another part that moves linearly or can be comprised of at least one component that rotates to maintain alignment or position with at least one other part or component of the device that moves linearly.

A coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a mechanism with at least two parts where one part moves linearly to maintain alignment or position with another part that rotates or can be comprised of at least one component that moves linearly to maintain alignment or position with at least one other part or component of the device that rotates.

A coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a mechanism with at least two parts where one part rotates to maintain alignment or position with another part that rotates or can be comprised of at least one component that rotates to maintain alignment or position with at least one other part or component of the device that rotates.

A coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a mechanism with at least two parts where one part moves linearly to maintain alignment or position with another part that moves linearly or can be comprised of at least one component that moves linearly to maintain alignment or position with at least one other part or component of the device that moves linearly.

A coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a mechanism with at least two parts where one part is open to receive another part from a number of angles or can be comprised of at least one component that is open to receive at least one other part or component of the device from a number of angles.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a one part coupler mechanism. A one part coupler mechanism can, for example, be located on one side of a nonpermanent unfixed connection and can couple with, connect to or move into contact with an element, part or component on the other side of the unfixed connection.

A one part coupler mechanism can, for example, be located on one side of a point of connection, disconnection and reconnection and can be comprised of any shape or configuration that contours around, fits with, over, into or onto or conforms to or is otherwise shaped to engage with a part or component located on the other side of a point of connection, disconnection and reconnection.

A one part coupler mechanism can, for example, be comprised of any material, shape or configuration located on one side of a point of connection, disconnection and reconnection that connects with, moves into contact with or is pushed against a component, element or part on the other side of the point of connection, disconnection and reconnection that is not a part of the coupler mechanism.

If, for example, a point of connection, disconnection and reconnection is located between the moving body and the force application mechanism or component and the force application mechanism or component attaches to and detaches from and reattaches to the moving body while remaining attached to the other body throughout the course of the moving body's movement. The one part coupler mechanism can be located on the force application mechanism or component and fit with, around or into or be pushed against the moving body or a component or part of the moving body or the one part coupler mechanism can be located on the moving body and fit with, around or into or be pushed against the force application mechanism or component or a part of the force application mechanism or component.

If, for example but not limited to, the force application mechanism or component is comprised of a mechanical coil spring or a weight or float moved rigid member and the force application mechanism or component connects to and disconnects from the moving body, the one part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a shaped component attached to the end of the mechanical coil spring or the weight or float moved rigid member which comes into contact with the moving body.

Said shaped component can conform fully or partially to the shape of the moving body or to the shape of a part or component of the moving body. Said shaped component can be comprised of, for example, a shape that facilitates the force application mechanism or component pushing against the moving body, for example but not limited to, being comprised of a cupped or concave shape or a rounded or ribbed shape or of a shape that compliments the shape or configuration of the part or section of the moving body the one part coupler mechanism comes into contact with.

The one part coupler mechanism enabling, in this example, the spring or the weight or float moved rigid member of which the force application mechanism or component is comprised to apply force to and push against the moving body without being attached or permanently connected to the moving body and without slipping away from or entangling with the moving body while pushing against it.

In another example a one part coupler mechanism can be located on the moving body and be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a recess, slot, indent or cupped or hollow shape or a flush or raised depression on the moving body that is of a shape suited to receiving the end of the mechanical coil spring or the weight or float moved rigid member of the force application mechanism or component. Or if the force application mechanism or component remains attached to the moving body but detaches and reattaches to the other body can be comprised of for example a recess, slot, indent or cupped or hollow shape or a flush or raised depression on the other body that is of a shape suited to receiving the end of the mechanical coil spring or the weight or float moved rigid member of the force application mechanism or component.

In another example the one part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a section of the moving body or a part of the force application mechanism or component having a high friction coating or surface or anti slip material or having a grooved or gridded texture or shape or any equivalents or alternatives which provides purchase or traction between the end of the mechanical coil spring or the weight or float moved rigid member of the force application mechanism or component and a side or section of the moving body when the force application mechanism or component pushes against the moving body.

A one part coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of or have attached to it a contoured shape or uneven surface that provides grip between the two components, and that can be, for example, similar to the grip of the soul of a shoe or or any form of traction pad or the rubber tyre of a vehicle or other slip resistant configuration, shape or material.

A one part coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of or have attached to it a soft or pliant component or material which deforms when pressure is applied to it, for example rubber or synthetic equivalents or any other soft, pliant or deformable materials.

A one part coupler mechanism can be comprised of any component or collection of components attached to, incorporated into or comprised of one part of the device of any shape or configuration that contours around, fits with, over, into or onto or conforms to and moves into and out of contact with at least one other part of the device.

A one part coupler mechanism can be comprised of multiple components, parts or materials and can be comprised of one or multiple moving parts or one or multiple non-moving parts or any combination of such.

A one part coupler mechanism can couple with or connect to another part or component by moving into contact with the other part or component or by the other part or component moving into contact with the one part coupler mechanism.

A one part coupler mechanism can decouple with or disconnect from another part or component by moving out of contact with the other part or component or by the other part or component moving out of contact with the one part coupler mechanism.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a two part coupler mechanism. A two part coupler mechanism can for example be comprised of a first part located on one side of a non-permanent unfixed connection and a second part located on the other side of a non-permanent unfixed connection.

A two part coupler mechanism can for example be comprised of two parts that fit together when they are moved into contact with one another.

A first part of a two part coupler mechanism can for example be located on one side of a point of connection, disconnection and can connect and fit with or into a second part of a two part coupler mechanism located on the other side of the point of connection, disconnection and reconnection.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism can couple to one another through, for example but not limited to, the first part fitting into the second part or the second part fitting into the first part.

A two part coupler mechanism can for example be comprised of two parts that couple together when they are moved into contact with and engaged with one another.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism can couple to one another through, for example but not limited to, the two parts fitting together or abutting one another or through the one or both of the two parts moving to close or engage with one another.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism coupling and decoupling from one another, for example, as the components they are attached to engage and disengage from one another.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism can enable the components on either side of a non- permanent unfixed connection to connect to and disconnect from and reconnect to one another during the course of the moving body's movement.

If, for example but not limited to, the force application mechanism or component remains attached to the moving body throughout the course of the moving body's movement and there is a point of attachment, detachment and reattachment between the force application mechanism or component and an other body this point can be comprised of a two part coupler mechanism. The first part of the coupler mechanism can, for example, be attached to the force application mechanism or component and the second part can be attached to the other body.

When the force application mechanism or component engages with the other body as a result of the movement of the moving body the first part of the coupler mechanism attached to the force application mechanism or component can couple with the second part attached to the other body and the two parts of the two part coupler mechanism can form a non-permanent connection between the force application mechanism or component and the other body.

When the force application mechanism or component moves away from and disengages from the other body the first part of the coupler mechanism attached the force application mechanism or component can decouple from the second part attached the other body.

The force application mechanism or component thereby interacting with the other body through the two part coupler mechanism during a portion or section of the moving body's movement without being permanently connected or attached to the other body.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism can be attached to any two components or parts of the device and can couple and decouple any two components or parts of the device together and form a non-permanent connection between any two components or parts of the device. For example but not limited to the force application mechanism or component and moving body or other body, or one component or part of the force application mechanism or component and another or one component or part of the moving body and another or one component or part of an other body and another.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a first half with at least one projecting, protruding or extending or convex male part and a second half with at least one recessed, grooved, hollow or concave female part, the male part or parts fitting into the female part or parts when the two parts are coupled together.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, the first half comprising both male and female components and the second half comprising both male and female components, the male components fitting into the female components when the two parts of the coupler mechanism are coupled together.

The two parts of a two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of any number or combination of male and female parts or components.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, two parts that do not form a male female connection in their configuration, a two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, two or more flat, convex or concave components or surfaces that push against one another or two or more hook or claw shaped or recessed components or surfaces that pull against one another or any combination of such.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, two parts that coupler together through friction or deformation, for example but not limited to, one or both of the parts having a high friction surface or a contoured shape or uneven surface that provides grip or a soft or pliant component or material which deforms or any combination of such.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, two identical or symmetrical parts which are symmetrical to one another or a two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of two asymmetrical parts which are not symmetrical to one another. A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of two parts that are of a similar or that are the same size and dimensions as one another or can be comprised of two parts that are of different sizes, dimensions or areas to one another.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of any combination or configuration of coupler mechanism describe above and any equivalents or alternatives.

A two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of multiple components, parts or materials, each part of a two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of multiple components, parts or materials.

Each part of a two part coupler mechanism can be comprised of one or multiple moving parts or one or multiple non-moving parts or any combination of such.

A two part coupler mechanism can couple or connect by the two parts moving into contact with one another. A two part coupler mechanism can decouple or disconnect by the two parts moving out of contact with one another.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a multi part coupler mechanism.

A multipart coupler mechanism can be comprised of any number, combination or configuration of such described one or two part coupler mechanisms.

If, for example but not limited to, the force application mechanism or component engages with the moving body at more than one point there can be one part of a coupler mechanism located on the force application mechanism or component and a second part located on the moving body and a third part located at a different point on the moving body, the first part of the coupler mechanism located on the force application mechanism or component can couple with the second part and the third part of the coupler system separately.

There can, for example but not limited to, be multiple force application mechanisms or components with which a moving body engages, with a first part of a multi part coupler mechanism attached to the moving body and a second, third and fourth parts attached to a first, second and third force application mechanism or component respectively. During the course of its movement the moving body can engage with each force application mechanism or component in turn, the first part of the coupler system can couple with the second, third and fourth part of the coupler mechanism separately as the moving body moves and engages and disengages with each force application mechanism or component.

For example but not limited to a first part of a multi part coupler mechanism that is attached to a moving body can couple with a second, third and fourth parts of the coupler mechanism attached to a first, second and third force application mechanism or component's at the same time if the moving body engages with each of the force application mechanism or component at the same time.

A multi part coupler mechanism can be comprised of any number of parts which can be comprised of any combination or configuration of coupler mechanism describe above and any equivalents or alternatives.

There can be one or two or multiple coupler mechanisms. Each coupler mechanism can be a one or two or multi part mechanism. Each part of the coupler mechanism or mechanisms can be comprised of multiple components, parts or materials and can be comprised of one or multiple moving parts or one or multiple non-moving parts of any combination of such.

A coupler mechanism can have, for example but not limited to, a de-coupler or disconnecter mechanism or component that moves to disconnect or decouple two or more parts of the coupler mechanism.

A coupler mechanism can decouple or disconnect by at least one part or component moving out of contact with or out of the path of movement of at least one other part or component.

A coupler mechanism can decouple or disconnect by at least one part or component being moved out of contact with or out of the path of movement of at least one other part or component by a decoupler or disconnecter element or mechanism.

A one, two or multi part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one or multiple moving parts that change from a coupled to a decoupled state by moving or by changing in shape or configuration to hold or engage with and release or disengage from another part of the coupler mechanism or another part or component of the device.

For example but not limited to, a one part coupler mechanism or at least one part of a two part or multi part coupler mechanism can be comprised of one or multiple moving parts or components or an assembly of moving parts or components that move or change in position, configuration or shape to move into or close over or around or attach to or dock with another part or component of the device or a part or component of another part of the coupler mechanism.

A one, two or multi part coupler mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a permanent magnetic or electromagnetic coupler mechanism mechanically or electronically controlled with, for example, an electromagnet being powered on when an electromagnet coupler mechanism is in contact and in a connected state with another part or component of the device or another part of the coupler mechanism and unpowered or turned off when not.

Any one, two or multi part coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be moved and controlled by mechanical interaction between parts of the coupler mechanism or by interaction with other parts or components of the device or can be moved and controlled and can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any number or combination of electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and pneumatically, hydraulically or motor moved or powered actuators or other output devices or any alternatives or equivalents of such or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or to couple and decouple one component from another.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a physical component or feature, however simple or complex which couples or connects to and then decouples or disconnects from at least one other physical component or feature, however simple or complex.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be similar or the same as any of the types, forms or configurations of couplers or couplings used to connect and disconnect rolling stock on a rail line.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be similar or the same as any of the types, forms or configurations of couplers or couplings used for trailers or other towed, pulled or pushed vehicles, freight or objects. A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be similar or the same as any of the types, forms or configurations of coupler or quick coupler mechanisms used in construction machines or similar.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of coupler, coupling or connector employed to dock or connect or attach two or more components in a non-permanent, semi-permanent or changeable manner in any existing machinery, device or apparatus in any industry or sector.

A coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of coupling, coupler or connector which couples or connects two or more mechanical parts or components.

Any type, form or configuration of one, two or multi part coupler mechanism described above and any equivalents or alternatives can be located between, for example but not limited to, the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the moving body connected to the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or a part of the moving body or between a part of the force applying mechanism or component and another part of the force applying mechanism or component or between the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the other body connected to the force applying mechanism or component and the other body or another part or component of the other body and there can be any number of such one, two or multi part coupler mechanisms employed in any combination of such locations.

And at least one engagement positioner interacting with one or more disconnected components.

With at least one coupler mechanism that couples and decouples two or more components of the device.

And at least one engagement positioner interacting with one or more decoupled components.

Components, mechanisms or parts of the device that so disengage, disconnect or decouple from other components, mechanisms or parts of the device can be maintained in a re-engagement or reconnection position by one or multiple engagement positioners.

An engagement positioner can be comprised of any component or mechanism that restricts or prevents unwanted movement of disengaged or disconnected components, mechanisms or parts of the device or that move disengaged or disconnected components, mechanisms or parts of the device to a re-engagement or reconnection position.

If, for example but not limited to, a disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device experiences rotation or linear movement an engagement positioner can maintain the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device at the correct angle of rotation or at the correct position for re-engagement or reconnection or can move the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device to the correct angle of rotation or to the correct position for re-engagement or reconnection.

An engagement positioner can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a component or collection of components which prevent rotation of a disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device past a set point and so limit the angles of rotation said component, mechanism or part of the device can experience while disengaged or disconnected can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any form or type of protruding or recessed stopper, bar, block, hook, plate, rod, panel, projection, claw, slot, groove, socket or member or members or any other specific part or component that obstructs the rotation of a disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device past a set point or can be comprised of any other part or component of the device that is not the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device which is positioned or configured in relation to the rotating disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device to prevent the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device from rotating beyond it's re-engagement or reconnection position.

An engagement positioner can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the pivotable or rotatable component or assembly that a rotating disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device rotates on or is connected to or mounted on or housed within not freely rotating and only rotating through interaction with or between other parts or components of the device, for example through interaction between the rotating disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device and the part or component that the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device disengaged or disconnected from.

Said pivotable or rotatable component or assembly being comprised of or incorporating within it for example any type or form of non-freely rotating connection, which can be, for example but not limited, a torque, friction or free stop hinge or detent mechanism or mechanisms or a click motion or click clack mechanism or a multi position hinge.

An engagement positioner can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type or form of catch mechanism that the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device moves into contact with when disengaged or disconnected, the catch mechanism maintaining the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device at the correct position or angle of rotation for re-engagement or reconnection. Such a catch mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type or form of single stage or multi stage catch or latch mechanism for example a spring, slam, snap, toggle or compression catch or latch or a latch bolt or a cam or rotary lock, snap through mechanism or any form of mechanical fastener or magnetic lock.

An engagement positioner can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a component or assembly of components that move the disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device to the correct position or angle of rotation for re-engagement or reconnection. Such an engagement positioner can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or form of positioning spring or spring plate or spring arm or weighted element or weight plate or a motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic actuator or positioning system or any other mechanism, component or assembly of components that move a disengaged or disconnected component, mechanism or part of the device to a re-engagement or reconnection position.

An engagement positioner can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of permanent magnetic or electromagnetic system. There can be any number of such engagement positioners used in any combination which can act on any number of disengaged or disconnected components, mechanisms or parts of the device before, during or after disengagement or disconnection has occurred.

Amoving body can, for example, move away from a force application component or mechanism and out of the range of effect of the force application component or mechanism or a force application component or mechanism can move with a moving body away from an other body through, for example but not limited to, an extending component or assembly of components being connected and extending between, for example, the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the moving body connected to the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or a part of the moving body or the other body or between a part of the force applying mechanism or component and another part of the force applying mechanism or component.

Such an extending component or assembly of components can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a rod, bar, pole or other rigid member or members or a telescopic member or assembly or a flexible member or members or a combination of such that is attached to two or more components and that extends out from or away from the force application component or mechanism or out from or away from the moving body or other body or a combination of such as the moving body moves out of the range of it's movement effected by the the force application component or mechanism or out of the physical range of the force application component or mechanism and away from the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism moves away from the moving body.

Any such described moving body and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described spring, weight or float or spring, weight or float moved mechanism and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described coupler mechanism, coupling or connector and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described engagement positioner and any equivalents and alternatives can be implemented or used together in any combination and in any number.

An example wave energy converter can be comprised of any combination of, and any number of, any such described moving body's and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described coupler mechanisms, couplings or connectors and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described engagement positioners and any equivalents and alternatives.

In FIG. 1 to FIG. le is one example embodiment, FIG. l is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. la is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. lb to FIG. le are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment is comprised of a moving body which, in this example, is comprised of a cylindrical elongated member 2 that extends vertically through the centre of an other body comprised, in this example embodiment, of the cylindrical body 1. The cylindrical elongated member 2 extends through the hollow centre 4 of the cylindrical body 1 that runs vertically through the cylindrical body 1. The hollow centre 4 of the cylindrical body 1 conforms closely to the cylindrical elongated member 2 and maintains the cylindrical elongated member's 2 vertical orientation within the fluid.

The rigid cylindrical body 1 is, in this example, submerged below the surface of the fluid . The cylindrical body 1 can be comprised of any rigid body or assembly or rigid bodies of any shape or dimensions in any complexity of configuration and can be comprised of multiple components, parts or sections. The cylindrical body 1 can be comprised of any rigid assembly, structure or body that does not move with or that does not move the same as the elongated member 2.

The elongated member 2 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a shaft, pole, bar or other extended member or component or can be comprised of any member, body or component that moves in relation to the cylindrical body 1, the elongated member 2 can be comprised of multiple sections or components.

In this example embodiment the top of the elongated member 2 extends above the cylindrical body 1 and the bottom of the elongated member 2 extends below the cylindrical body 1.

The cylindrical body 1 remains stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid in relation to the elongated member 2, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the cylindrical body 1 being fixed to a stationary point or structure such as the piles of a pier or a submerged concrete base or other stationary position or object or through the cylindrical body 1 being statically moored within the fluid or being connected to virtual mass means or through any other stationary or relatively stationary implementation. The cylindrical body 1 can be maintained at a set depth within the fluid or can be moved vertically within fluid by, for example but not limited to, being connected to a stationary point or structure through a track or rail and motorised component that moves the cylindrical body 1 along said track or rail or if statically moored by said mooring incorporating a powered winch or spool mechanism.

A float member 3 is attached to the upper end of the elongated member 2. The float member 3 can be comprised of any element, component or structure that floats on or within the fluid, or can be comprised of multiple components that individually or together float within or on the fluid. For example but not limited to the float member 3 can be comprised of a sealed hollow hull or a lightweight foam filled cylinder or disk. There can be multiple float members, the float member 3 can form part of the elongated member 2, the float member 3 and elongated member 2 can be the same member or component.

The float member 3 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and is of a buoyancy sufficient for the elongated member 2 to hang within the fluid below the float member 3 and move within the fluid as the float member 3 to which it is attached moves on or near the surface of the fluid with the movement of passing waves.

The elongated member 2 passes through the hollow centre 4 of the cylindrical body 1, the centre 4 of the cylindrical body 1 fits closely around the elongated member 2, the cylindrical body 1 is aligned substantially vertically within the fluid, the centre 4 through which the elongated member 2 moves acts as a guide to the movement of the elongated member 2, preventing or limiting the horizontal movement of the elongated member 2 in relation to the cylindrical body 1.

As the float member 3 is moved by passing waves the elongated member 2 to which it is attached moves vertically within the centre 4 of the cylindrical body 1.

Extending outwards and then upwards from opposite sides of the upper section of the cylindrical body 1 in this example are two L shaped support members 5 and 5A, the vertical sections of which extend above the cylindrical body 1 in parallel to the elongated member 2.

Located on the vertical section of each support member 5 and 5A on the side facing towards the elongated member 2 is a force application mechanism, force application mechanism 6 attached to support member 5 and force application mechanism 6A attached to support member 5 A. The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A extend from the support members 5 and 5A towards the elongated member 2.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are, in this example embodiment, located on the support members 5 and 5Abut can be positioned anywhere on the cylindrical body 1 which enables their interaction with the elongated member 2 or can be placed on any members or components attached to the cylindrical body 1. The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can be comprised of any mechanism that applies a pushing force against the elongated member 2, for example but not limited to, a motor powered piston or a weights and pulleys or floats and pulleys moved rigid member or a mechanical or gas spring or springs or any other type, form or configuration of force application mechanism or component in any number or combination.

In this example embodiment the force application mechanism 6 is comprised of a mechanical compression spring 7 housed within a telescopic frame 8, the telescopic frame 8 is comprised of four retractable telescopic members which run along the length of the spring 7, the telescopic members of the telescopic frame 8 are spaced equally around and enclose the spring 7. The spring 7 and frame 8 are attached at their base to the support member 5 through a hinged connection 9 and at their other end are attached to the end cap 14. The hinged connection 9 at the base of the force application mechanism 6 allows the force application mechanism 6 to rotate vertically up and down.

As the force application mechanism 6 rotates in relation to the elongated member 2 the mechanical compression spring 7 is compressed and uncompressed between the hinged connection 9 and the end cap 14, the telescopic frame 8 in which the spring 7 is enclosed extends and retracts as the spring 7 within it changes length due to compression experienced.

Located on the same side of the support member 5 as the force application mechanism 6, above and below the hinged connection 9 are two engagement positioners comprised, in this example embodiment, of the two positioning springs 10 and 11 which are comprised of mechanical compression springs. Positioning spring 10 is attached to the support member 5 above the force application mechanism 6 and positioning spring 11 is attached to the support member 5 below the force application mechanism 6.

On the opposite support member 5Athe force application mechanism 6Ais comprised of a mechanical compression spring 7A housed within a telescopic frame 8A, the telescopic frame 8A is comprised of four telescopic members which run along the length of the spring 7A, the telescopic members of the telescopic frame 8A are spaced equally around and enclose the spring 7A. The spring 7A and frame 8A are attached at their base to the supporting member 5 A through a hinged connection 9A and at their other end are attached to the end cap 14A. The hinged connection 9A at the base of the force application mechanism 6A allows the force application mechanism 6A to rotate vertically up and down.

As the force application mechanism 6A rotates in relation to the elongated member 2 the mechanical compression spring 7A is compressed and uncompressed between the hinged connection 9A and the end cap 14A, the telescopic frame 8 A in which the spring 7A is enclosed extends and retracts as the spring 7A within it changes length due to compression experienced.

Located on the same side of the support member 5A as the force application mechanism 6A, above and below the hinged connection 9A are two engagement positioners comprised, in this example embodiment, of the two positioning springs 10A and 11 A. The positioning spring lOAis attached to the support member 5A above the force application mechanism 6A and the positioning spring 11 A is attached to the support member 5A below the force application mechanism 6A. Located between the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and the elongated member 2 is, in this example embodiment, a three part coupler mechanism comprised of a first part 15 located on the elongated member 2, a second part 14 forming the end of the force application mechanism 6 which comes into contact with the elongated member 2 and third part 14A forming the end of the force application mechanism 6A which comes into contact with the elongated member 2.

The first part of the coupler mechanism is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a recessed slot 15 that runs around the circumference of the cylindrical elongated member 2 and is located half way along the cylindrical elongated member's 2 vertical length.

The second part of the coupler mechanism is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the pyramid shaped end cap 14 which forms the end of the force application mechanism 6, the point of the pyramid shaped end cap 14 at the end of the force application mechanism 6 fits into the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2.

The third part of the coupler mechanism in, this example embodiment, comprised of a pyramid shaped end cap 14A which forms the end of the force application mechanism 6A, the point of the the pyramid shaped end cap 14A at the end of the force application mechanism 6A fits into the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, in this example, interact with the elongated member 2 through the three part coupler mechanism. The second part 14 and third part 14A of the coupler mechanism slot into the first part 15 and form a non-permanent connection between the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and the elongated member 2 while the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are engaged with the elongated member 2.

The three coupler mechanism located between the elongated member 2 and the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of coupler mechanism or other non-permanent or changing connection.

As the example embodiment experiences wave action within the fluid the float member 3 which floats on or near the surface of the fluid is moved by passing waves and the elongated member 2 to which the float member 3 is attached moves substantially vertically up and down through the cylindrical body 1.

As the elongated member 2 moves up and down within the cylindrical body 1 the elongated member 2 moves in relation to the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A which are connected to the cylindrical body 1 through the support members 5 and 5A.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A interact with the elongated member 2 via the three part coupler mechanism comprised of 15, 14 and 14A. The springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A apply a pushing force against the elongated member 2 through a range of angles while the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A are fitted into the recessed slot 15.

Once the elongated member 2 experiences a distance of travel, in this example embodiment either substantially upwards or downwards, sufficient for the elongated member 2 to move out of the range of it's movement effected by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, the first part of the coupler mechanism 15 decouples from the second part 14 and third part 14A through the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A attached to the ends of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A slipping out of and ceasing to be in contact with the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 and the elongated member 2 is disengaged from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

This distance of travel or portion of the elongated member's 2 vertical movement before disengagement is set, in this example embodiment, by the physical size and scale of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A. Once the elongated member 2 has moved beyond this point the elongated member 2 is no longer engaged with or effected by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and the first part of the coupler mechanism 15 has moved out of the range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

The engagement positioners 10 and 10A and 11 and HAkeep the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A positioned so as to reconnect the first part of the coupler mechanism 15 to the second part 14 and third part 14 A and so re-engage the elongated member 2 with the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A once the elongated member 2 moves back into the range of it's movement effected by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6 A.

As the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are not permanently connected or attached to the elongated member 2 but instead connect to and disconnect from the elongated member 2 through the three part coupler mechanism comprised of 15, 14 and 14Athe physical size and range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A does not limit or determine the physical range of movement of the elongated member 2.

In FIG. lb to FIG. le are front views of the operation of the example embodiment as it experiences wave action within the fluid. In FIG. 1 the example embodiment is in an at rest position when the fluid it is located in is experiencing no wave action.

In an at rest position the mechanical springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are compressed and are pushing upwards against the elongated member 2 through the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism comprised of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A situated at the end of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A which are fitted into and pushed into the first part of the coupler mechanism comprised of the recessed slot 15 situated on the elongated member 2.

The mechanical springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are, in this position, angled upwards in relation to the elongated member 2 and push against the elongated member 2 in an upwards direction, applying an upwards force to the elongated member 2.

As the elongated member 2 is moved upwards from its at position by a passing wave, as shown in the FIG. IB, the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A rotate further upwards on the hinged connections 9 and 9A and the springs 7 and 7a of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A continue to push against the elongated member 2 in an upwards direction through the three part coupler mechanism comprised of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A and the recessed slot 15.

As shown in FIG. 1C if the elongated member 2 continues to be moved upwards by a passing wave past the point where the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ahave uncompressed fully and the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ahave extended to their maximum extent the first part of the coupler mechanism comprised of the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 disconnects from the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism comprised of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

As the end caps 14 and 14A which form the ends of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can move no further upwards past this point the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 continues to move upwards away from and out of contact with the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A as the elongated member 2 moves upwards past the point of maximum extension of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A. Causing the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14Ato slip out of and decouple from the recessed slot 15, disengaging the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A from the elongated member 2 and enabling the elongated member 2 to experience a range of upwards movement greater than the physical extent of, and the upper range of effect of, the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

While the elongated member 2 is disengaged from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athe force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are held in a re-engagement position by engagement positioners, in this example embodiment the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A have an upper and a lower re-engagement position while not engaged with the elongated member 2 and the engagement positioners are comprised of the mechanical compression springs 10 and lOAfor the upper re-engagement position and 11 and 11A for the lower re-engagement position.

The positioning springs 10 and 10A and 11 and 11A are attached to the support members 5 and 5 A above and below the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A in line with the direction of rotation the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A undergo through the hinged connections 9 and 9A.

As shown in FIG. 1C when the first part of the coupler mechanism 15 has moved above and beyond the second and third parts 14 and 14Athe force application mechanisms 6 and 6 A remain in their upwards position due to the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A being uncompressed and so not leaving space between the hinged connections 9 and 9A and the elongated member 2 for the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A to rotate downwards until the elongated member 2 moves back down and recouples with the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and it's downward movement compresses the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

This upwards position of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A after disconnecting from the elongated member 2 brings the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ainto contact with, and presses them against, the upper springs of the engagement positioners 10 and 10A, compressing the upper springs 10 and 10A and causing them to push against the sides of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

As the upper springs 10 and lOAof the engagement positioners push in a mainly horizontal direction against the sides of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A this keeps the points of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A pressed against the sides of the elongated member 2 while the end caps are not engaged with the recessed slot 15 and pushes the end caps 14 and 14Aback into the recessed slot 15 once the recessed slot 15 moves back under the end caps 14 and 14A as the elongated member 2 moves back down into range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ain response to wave action experienced by the float member 3.

As the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism comprised, in this example embodiment, of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A are reconnected with and move back into the first part of the coupler mechanism comprised, in this example embodiment, of the recessed slot 15 this reengages the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A with the elongated member 2 once the recessed slot 15 has moved back into range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A as the elongated member 2 moves back down in response to wave action experienced by the float member 3.

On this downwards travel of the elongated member 2 back towards the example embodiments at rest position the weight of the elongated member 2 and float member 3 pushes against the springs 7 and 7A through the three part coupler mechanism and recompress the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A as the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are rotated back downwards on the hinged connections 9 and 9A.

The compression of the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Aby the weight of the elongated member 2 and float member 3 continues until the elongated member 2 has experienced a distance of downwards travel sufficient for the recessed slot 15 to be moved past its at rest position and then further downwards below the level of the hinged connections 9 and 9A.

Once the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 has been moved below the level of the hinged connections 9 and 9A by wave action experienced by the float member 3 the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A push against the elongated member 2 through the three part coupler mechanism in a downwards direction.

As shown in the FIG. ID as the elongated member 2 continues to be moved downwards below the point where the recessed slot 15 is level with the hinged connections 9 and 9Athe force application mechanisms 6 and 6 A are rotated further downwards on the hinged connections 9 and 9 A and the springs 7 and 7a of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A continue to push against the elongated member 2 in a downwards direction. The downwards force from the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A being applied to the elongated member 2 via the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A fitted into the recessed slot 15.

As shown in FIG. IE similarly to when the elongated member 2 is moved upwards past the range of effect of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A if the elongated member 2 continues to be moved downwards by passing waves past the point where the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ahave uncompressed fully and the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A have extended to their maximum extent the first part of the coupler mechanism comprised of the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 disconnects from the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism comprised of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14 A which form the ends of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

As the end caps 14 and 14 A at the end of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can move no further downwards past this point the recessed slot 15 located on the elongated member 2 continues to move downwards away from and out of contact with the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A as the elongated member moves downwards past the maximum extension of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A. Causing the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14Ato slip out of and decouple from the recessed slot 15, disengaging the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Afrom the elongated member 2 and enabling the elongated member 2 to experience a range of downwards movement greater than the physical extent of, and the lower range of effect of, the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

As shown in FIG. IE similarly to when the elongated member 2 is moved upwards past the range of effect of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, once the recessed slot 15 on the elongated member 2 has moved below the physical range of, and disengaged from, the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athe force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are held in their lower reengagement position by the springs 7 and 7A being uncompressed and so not leaving space between the hinged connections 9 and 9A and the elongated member 2 for the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A to rotate upwards and in this lower position the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A being in contact with, and pressed against, the lower springs of the engagement positioners 11 and 11A.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ain this lower position compressing the lower engagement positioning springs 11 and 11 A and causing them to push in a mainly horizontal direction against the sides of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and in so doing keeping the points of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A pressed against the sides of the elongated member 2 while the end caps 14 and 14A are not engaged with the recessed slot 15 and pushing the end caps 14 and 14Aback into the recessed slot 15 once the recessed slot 15 moves back under the end caps 14 and 14A as the elongated member 2 moves back upwards into the range of it's movement effected by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A in response to wave action experienced by the float member 3.

As the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism comprised in this example of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A come back into contact with the first part of the coupler mechanism comprised in this example of the recessed slot 15 the end caps 14 and 14A are pushed back into the recessed slot 15 by the lower engagement positioner springs 11 and 11 A and the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are re-engaged with the elongated member 2.

As the elongated member 2 continues to be moved by wave action back upwards past this point of reconnection and back towards the example embodiments at rest position the buoyancy of the float member 3 pushes against the springs 7 and 7A through the three part coupler mechanism and recompresses the springs 7 and 7A of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A as the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are rotated back upwards on the hinged connections 9 and 9A.

The process of operation of the example embodiment so outlined continuing as the float member 3 continues to experience wave action within the fluid.

If the height and extent of waves experienced by the example embodiment do not exceed the range of effect of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athe elongated member 2 remains connected to and engaged with the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

If the height and extent of waves experienced by the example embodiment do exceed the range of effect of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athe elongated member 2, through the three part coupler mechanism comprised of the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A and recessed slot 15, disconnects and disengages from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A when the movement of the elongated member 2 exceeds the physical range of the the force application mechanisms 6 and 6 A and reconnects and re-engages with the force application mechanisms 6 and 6 A when the elongated member 2 moves back into the physical range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

As the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are not permanently attached or connected to the elongated member 2 the range or extent of movement the elongated member 2 can undergo is not limited by the size or scale of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

This enables the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A to alter or amplify the movement of the elongated member 2 without limiting the range of the elongated members 2 movement or the scale of its dimensions.

For example the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can effect the movement of the elongate member 2 over a moderate range or distance away from it's at rest position but the elongated member 2 itself can be of a scale or length to experience a larger or much large range or distance of movement away from its at rest position than the range of its movement effected by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

Enabling, for example, preferential alteration of the elongated members 2 movement by the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A over small to medium wave heights and only over such wave heights but for the elongated member 2 to be of a length, and to have a possible range of movement, sufficient to continue to operate in, and to ride out, large or even extreme wave heights that might be experienced in storm conditions.

The vertical movement of the elongated member can be utilised to, for example but not limited to, power an electric generator or a linear electric generator or a hydraulic pump or a water desalination unit or can be used for any other desired purpose.

In this example embodiment a moving body is comprised of a cylindrical elongated member but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of member, body or component or assembly of such which can be elongated or non-elongate that moves on or within the fluid as a result of waves within the fluid.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are, in this example embodiment, comprised of the mechanical coil springs 7 and 7A but can be comprised of any mechanism or component that applies force to the movement of the moving body comprised, in this example, of the elongated member 2.

The force application mechanisms 6 and 6A can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or springs in any combination which rotate on any type of hinged component with or without framing components or end caps or of any type, form or configuration of weight or float or weighted element or floatation means within an extended and retracting frame or component or of any type, form or configuration of weight moved or float moved mechanism that moves at least one rigid member or of an electric motor powered piston or of any other force application mechanism or component, in any number or combination.

There can be any number and combination of such force application mechanisms or components effecting the moving body comprised in this example of the elongated member 2.

The engagement positioners that are, in this example embodiment, comprised of the springs 10 and 11 and 10A and 11 A can be comprised of any component or mechanism that holds or maintains the second and third parts of the coupler mechanism in a position for re-engagement when they are not connected to the first part of the coupler mechanism so that the second 14 and third parts 14A may re-engage with the first part of the coupler mechanism 15 when the first part moves back into contact with the second and third parts.

The engagement positioners can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type of spring or tensioned or compressed or compressible material or can be comprised of a weighted plate or weighted elements or can be comprised of any shaped elements that, in this example embodiment, press or hold the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A against the elongated member 2 or prevent the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A rotating away from the elongated member 2 and there can be any number or combination of such or any equivalents or alternatives.

In this example embodiment the shape of the recessed slot 1 and pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A are configured so that when the recessed slot 15 and the pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A move toward one another or one part is pushed against another part they engage with one another and remain so engaged until the parts of the coupler mechanism move away from one another.

The coupler mechanism, comprised in this example embodiment of the recessed slot 15 and pyramid shaped end caps 14 and 14A, can be comprised of any component or components attached to the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A or the elongated member 2 that shaped or configured to provide resistance to or obstruction to each other when pushed or moved together or when one is pushed or moved against another but provide little or no resistance to, or obstruction to, one another when pulled or moved apart or when one is pulled or moved away from another.

The coupler mechanism can be comprised of any component, part or mechanism attached to or incorporated into the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athat comes into contact with and is pushed against the elongated member 2 but is not permanently affixed or attached to the elongated member 2.

The coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of end cap, top, cover, case, tip, sleeve, surface, projection or ridge of any shape, material or dimensions located on the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A or any alternatives or equivalents that moves into contact with the elongated member 2 or any alternatives or equivalents.

The coupler mechanism can be comprised of any component, part or mechanism attached to or incorporated into the elongated member 2 that is of a shape or configuration to receive the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Abut is not permanently affixed or attached to the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

The coupler mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of opening, hole, hollow, gap, cup, ridge, protrusion or indent, either recessed, flush or raised, located on the elongated member 2 or any alternatives or equivalents that intercepts or receives a part of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A or any alternatives or equivalents.

The coupler mechanism can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one part, two part or multi part coupler mechanism. The coupler mechanism can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of variable connector assembly or mechanism or any equivalents or alternative coupling or coupler components. The coupler mechanism can be comprised of any semi-permanent or non-permanent connection or coupling.

This example embodiment utilises a three part coupler mechanism to implement an inconstant connection between the elongated member 2 and the two force application mechanisms 6 and 6A but any single, double or multi part coupler mechanism or system can also be used.

For example if there was four force application mechanisms arranged at a level around the elongated member 2 the non-permanent connection between the four force application mechanisms and the elongated member 2 could be comprised of a five part coupler mechanism.

Alternatively as the elongated member 2 is not permanently attached or affixed to the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Abut instead attaches to and detaches from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A there can be more than one level of force application mechanism effecting the elongated member 2, the elongated member 2 can for example interact separately with and attach to and detach from multiple separate force application mechanism's spaced along its direction of vertical movement.

For example in addition the the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A spaced substantially around the level of the recessed slots 15 at rest position there can also be a set of two force application mechanism situated above the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A and a set of two force application mechanism situated below the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

The two additional and separate sets of two force application mechanisms situated vertically above and below the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A being a distance away from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athat their ranges of effect do not overlap. The recessed slot 15 disengaging from, for example, the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A once it has experienced a sufficient distance of upwards movement and then once past this point of disengagement from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Athe recessed slot 15 engaging with another separate set of force application mechanisms situated above the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Aas the elongated member 2 continues to move upwards. With the recessed slot 15 similarly engaging with another set of force application mechanisms below the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A once it has moved below and beyond the lower threshold of the range of effect of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A.

In an example where there are additional force application mechanism spaced at different levels along the elongate members 2 direction of vertical movement the separate force application mechanisms can overlap in their ranges or areas of effect on the elongated member 2, with the elongated member 2 being engaged with and connected to different force application mechanisms situated at different levels at the same time during portions of its vertical movement.

The elongated member 2 can have one, two or multiple points of engagement with one or multiple force application mechanisms. For example the elongate member 2 can have multiple coupler mechanism components connected to it.

This example embodiment is situated in a substantially vertical position within the fluid but can be situated at any angle within the fluid including diagonally or horizontally.

In an alternative example the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A or any alternatives or equivalents can be connected to the elongated member 2 or other moving body through, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of telescopic connection assembly which can extend further than the length or dimensions of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A in place of a one, two or multi part coupler mechanism.

Such a telescopic connection assembly can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a number of rigid telescopic poles or rods affixed to and extending from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A or any alternatives or equivalents which are connected to the elongated member 2 or other moving body through, for example, permanent hinged or rotating connections.

While the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A are engaged with the elongated member 2 said telescopic assembly can be in a collapsed or partially collapsed state and lay flush with, or to the side of, the sides of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, providing no obstacle or obstruction between the elongated member 2 and the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A. As the elongated member 2 moves away from and disengages from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A said telescopic assembly can extend as it is pulled outward by its permanent hinged connection to the elongated member 2.

The telescopic assembly being of a length and size to extend beyond the physical range or scale of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, said telescopic assembly extending as the elongated member 2 moves away from the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A once the elongated member 2 has moved beyond the physical range of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6A, enabling the range of movement of the elongated member 2 to not be limited by the scale of the force application mechanisms 6 and 6Ato which it is attached.

The example embodiment in FIG. 1 to FIG. IE and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be situated or used in any fluid that experiences waves, for example but not limited to, a sea, ocean, lake or river and can comprise a wave energy converter or can comprise part of a wave energy converter or can be used in conjunction with other wave energy conversion means or can be attached to or form part of a larger more complex device or an or assembly or array of devices.

In FIG. 2 to FIG. 2E is one example embodiment, in FIG. 2 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 2a is a close up front view of the example embodiment and in FIG. 2b to FIG. 2E are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this example, comprises an other body comprised of a submerged body 21 situated within the fluid. The submerged body 21 is comprised of a vertical member 22 with a shorter horizontal member 23 attached to the top and a second horizontal member 23 A which is the same dimensions as the horizontal member 23 and is attached to the bottom of the vertical member 22.

The submerged body 21 can be comprised of any solid body, structure or assembly that provides a frame and support for the other components of the device and that is relatively stationary in relation to the shaft member 25 or that moves differently to the shaft member 25 and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components

The submerged body 21 can remain relatively stationary in relation to the shaft member 25 by, for example but not limited to, being attached to or mounted on a solid submerged structure or can move differently to the shaft member 25 by, for example but not limited to, being attached to or comprised of a moving body that moves differently to the shaft member 25.

The horizontal members 23 and 23 A are of the same dimensions as each other and run in the same direction parallel to each other from the top and bottom of the vertical member 22.

Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a vertically orientated shaft member 25 with a square horizontal profile that runs vertically parallel to the vertical member 22 of the submerged body 21. The shaft member 25 can be comprised of any extended or elongated shape or configuration and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

At the end of each horizontal member 23 and 23A furthest from the vertical member 22 is a shaft guide comprised, in this example, of a cuboid with a square hole running vertically through the centre from the top of the cuboid to the bottom. The square hole being slightly larger than the horizontal width and length of the shaft member 25. The upper shaft guide 24 is attached to the end of the horizontal member 23 and the lower shaft guide 24A is attached to the end of the horizontal member 23 A.

The shaft guides 24 and 24A are in vertical alignment with each other. The shaft member 25 passes vertically through both of the shaft guides 24 and 24A and extends above and below them.

Attached to the top of the shaft member 25 is a floatation member 26 and attached to the bottom of the shaft member 25 is the end cap 27. The floatation member 26 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and can be comprised of any element or composition of sufficient buoyancy to float on or near the surface of the fluid while attached to the shaft member 25, for example but not limited to, a sealed gas or air filled container or a solid member comprised of a material less dense than the surrounding fluid.

As the floatation member 26 is moved by passing waves the shaft member 25 moves vertically up and down within the shaft guides 24 and 24A. The position and shape of the shaft guides 24 and 24A maintain the orientation of the shaft member 25 in relation to the submerged body 21 as the shaft member 25 moves vertically within the fluid.

The floatation member 26 positioned above the shaft guide 24 is too wide to pass through the shaft guide 24 and the end cap 27 positioned below the shaft guide 24A is too wide to pass through the shaft guide 24A, thus preventing the shaft member 25 from exiting the shaft guides 24 and 24A.

There can be any number of shaft guides which can be of any dimensions or shape that serves to maintain the orientation and position of the shaft member 25, they can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of extended sleeves or small rings through which the shaft member 25 fits or can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a section of rail partially or fully enclosed by a side or sides of the shaft member 25 or any other alternative or equivalent configuration.

On the side of the vertical member 22 facing the shaft member 25 is a rotating connection 28, the rotating connection 28 attaches the force application mechanism 29 to the vertical member 22. The rotating connection 28 can be comprised of any rotatable, tumable or pivotal connection, for example but not limited to a rotating fastener such as a disk within a three quarter circle enclosure or a hinged connection such as a pivot hinge.

Located above and below the rotating connection 28 are engagement positioners, comprised in this example embodiment of the upper positioning block 38 attached to the vertical member 22 above the hinged connection 28 with the upper positioning spring 39 attached to the face of the upper positioning block 38 which faces downwards towards the force application mechanism body 32 and the lower positioning block 38A attached to the vertical member 22 below the hinged connection 28 with the lower positioning spring 39A attached to the face of the lower positioning block 38A which faces upwards towards the force application mechanism body 32.

A force application mechanism 29 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a weight applied to the moving shaft member 25 through a range of angles via a cable and pulley system connected to a rigid member which rotates on the rotating connection 28 as it is moved linearly by the weight.

The cable and pulley system and rigid member is comprised of, in this example embodiment, a cylindrical rod 30 held within a groove running along one side of the force application mechanism body 32, the groove on the force application mechanism body 32 encloses the majority of the piston rod's 30 circumference and is of a length that a majority of the rod 30 can retract inside. The rod 30 can move along the length of the groove in the force application mechanism body 32 and extends out from and retracts towards the end of the force application mechanism body 32, a portion of the rod's 30 circumference and the rod's base 33 extends outwards from the side of the groove on the side of the force application mechanism body 32.

The rod base 33 extends further outwards from the side of the groove on the force application mechanism body 32 than the rest of the rod 30 and is prevented from exiting the end of the groove by an arch located at the end of the groove under which the rod 30 itself can pass but the rod base 33 protrudes to far to pass under. This presents the furthest extension of the rod 30 from the force application mechanism body 32.

Attached to the rod base 33 is one end of the cable 34, the cable 34 runs from the rod base 33 to the first pulley 35. The first pulley 35 is mounted on the same side of the force application mechanism body 32 as the groove in the force application mechanism body 32, the first pulley 35 is located towards the other end of the rod 30 from the rod base 33 when the rod 30 is in it's retracted position.

The cable 34 runs from the first pulley 35 to the second pulley 35B mounted at the centre of the side of the rotating connection 28, the cable 34 runs from the second pulley 35B to the third pulley 35C mounted on the mounting plate 36 attached to the vertical member 22, from the third pulley 35C the cable 34 runs down and is attached to the weight member 37.

The weight member 37 is heavier than the combined weight of the cable 34 and rod 30 and the weight member 37 is of a sufficient weight that should no other force be acting on the rod 30, cable 34, and pulleys 35, 35B and 35C the rod 30 would be pulled to its maximum extent out of the groove on the side of the force application mechanism body 32 by the weight of the weight member 37.

The force application mechanism body 32, rod 30 and first pulley 35 in this example rotate on the rotating connection 28.

The weight member 37 can be comprised of any heavy or relatively heavy component or material or combination of components and materials and can be of any weight suitable to move the rod 30, the weight member 37 can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a solid metal, ceramic or composite component or of a lead, concrete or sand filled case or container or of any equivalents or alternatives and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The weight member 37 hangs from the other end of the cable 34 than the end attached to the rod base 33 and is supported in no other way than by the cable 34. The weight of the weight member 37 is transferred through the cable 34 via the pulleys 35C, 35B and 35 to the rod base 33, pulling the rod base 33 along the groove in the side of the force application mechanism body 32 towards the first pulley 35 which moves the rod 30 out of the end of the force application mechanism body 32 in a direction away from the rotating connection 28.

As the first pulley 35 is located towards the end of the rod 30 which is not attached to the cable 34, when the cable 34 is pulled by, in this example embodiment, the weight member 37, the point on the rod 30 where the cable 34 is attached is pulled towards the first pulley 35 and the rod 30 itself is moved beyond the first pulley 35, enabling the force applied to the cable 34 to be transferred through the rod 30 and out from and beyond the force application mechanism body 32.

The weight of the weight member 37 suspended from the end of the cable 34 is transferred through the pulley and cable system to the rod 30 and due to the placement of the first pulley 35 in relation to where the cable 34 is attached to the rod base 33 the rod base 33 is pulled towards towards the first pulley 35 and the rod 30 is pulled beyond the first pulley 35 and force application mechanism body 32 towards the shaft member 25.

The weight of the weight member 37 being applied through the pulley and cable system and the rod 30 to the shaft member 25 as a pushing force from the rod 30 in the direction away from the rotating connection 28 at the the base of the force application mechanism body 32. The direction of this pushing force being determined by the orientation of the rod 30, which rotates with the force application mechanism body 32 on the rotating connection 28.

The rod 30 connects to, disconnects from and reconnects to the shaft member 25 through a nonpermanent connection between the rod 30 and the shaft member 25 comprised, in this example embodiment, of a two part coupler mechanism comprised of a female half 31 located on the end of the rod 30 that faces towards the shaft member 25 and a male half 40 located on the side of the shaft member 25 that faces the force application mechanism 29.

The female half of the coupler mechanism 31 is, in this example, comprised of a concave semi- circler receiving part attached to the end of the rod 30, the concave semicircle fits around but does not close around the male half of the coupler mechanism 40 which is, in this example, comprised of a rounded protrusion, of smaller dimensions than the concave semicircle, which extends out from a curved recess on the side of the shaft member 25.

While the rod 30 of the force application mechanism 29 is engaged with and pushing against the shaft member 25 the female half of the coupler mechanism 31 is connected with and fitted around the male half 40, and the rod 30 on the which the female half 31 is attached to the end of is pushing the female half 31 against the male half 40 located on the shaft member 25.

The female half 31 is pushed against the male half 40 by the weight member 37 pulling downwards on the end of the cable 34 it is attached to and so pulling, through the cable and pulley system, the rod base 33 along the groove in the force application mechanism body 32 towards the first pulley 35.

The female half 31 is pushed against the male half 40 and the rod 30 of the force application mechanism 29 pushes against the shaft member 25 in either an upwards, downwards or horizontal direction depending on the position of the shaft member 25 and male half 40 in relation to the force application mechanism 29 and rotating connection 28.

When the male half of the coupler mechanism 40, located on the moving shaft member 25, which fits into but is not enclosed by the female half 31, experiences a distance of travel greater than the reach of the rod 30 and the female half 31 attached to the end of the rod 30, the male half 40 slips out of and away from the female half 31 which fits around but does not close around the male half 40, and the rod 30 is disengaged and disconnected from the shaft member 25

As the male half 40 of the coupler mechanism is located within a recess on the shaft member 25 it does not protrude beyond the side face of the shaft member 25 and so can move through and above or below the shaft guides 24 and 24A.

FIG. 2 shows the example embodiment in its at rest position within the fluid, in this position the rod

30 of the force application mechanism 29 is connected to and pushing against the shaft member 25 in a substantially horizontal direction. The male half of the coupler mechanism 40 located on the shaft member 25 is fitted into and engaged with the female half of the coupler mechanism 31 attached to the end of the rod 30. In this position the rod 30 is at it's most retracted within the force application mechanism body 32, the rod base 33 is at its furthest position away from the first pulley 35 and the weight member 37 is suspended at its highest point.

As the shaft member 25 is moved vertically within the shaft guides 24 and 24A away from its at rest position within the fluid due to waves acting on the floatation member 26, either upwards as shown in FIG. 2b or downwards as shown in FIG. 2d, the orientation of the force application mechanism 29 and rod 30 which is connected to the shaft member 25 through the two part coupler mechanism

31 and 40 and is pushed against the shaft member 25 by the weight member 37 through the cable and pulley system comprised of 34, 35, 35B and 35C changes as the force application mechanism 29 rotates upwards or downwards on the rotating connection 28.

If the shaft member 25 moves upwards from its at rest position as shown in FIG. 2b, the rod 30 is pulled out of the force application mechanism body 32 by the weight member 37 through the cable and pulley system 34, 35, 35B and 35C and pushes against the shaft member 25 in an upwards direction through the two part coupler mechanism 31 and 40.

If the shaft member 25 moves downwards from its at rest position as shown in FIG. 2d the rod 30 is pulled out of the force application mechanism body 32 by the weight member 37 through the cable and pulley system 34, 35, 35B and 35C and pushes against the shaft member 25 in a downwards direction through the two part coupler mechanism 31 and 40.

The further the shaft member 25 moves from its at rest position the further the rod 30 is pulled by the weight member 37 from the force application mechanism body 32 and the further the weight member 37 descends on the cable 34. Once the rod base 33 has moved to its closest position to the first pulley 35 or comes into contact with the arch or other stopper at the end of the groove on the side of the force application mechanism body 32 the rod 30 has reached it's maximum extension and the weight member 37 will be suspended at it's lowest position.

This maximum extension of the rod 30 represents the limit of the force application mechanisms 29 range, if the shaft member 25 experiences a distance of upwards or downwards movement that causes the male half of the coupler mechanism 40 to exceed this range and so exceed the limit of travel of the female half of the coupler mechanism 31 attached to the end of the rod 30 the male half 40 will move out of the female half 31 and the shaft member 25 will continue in its upwards or downwards movement beyond the range of it's movement effected by the force application mechanism 29. As shown in FIG. 2c for upwards movement of the shaft member 25 beyond the range of the force application mechanism 29 and in FIG. 2e for downwards movement of the shaft member 25 beyond the range of the force application mechanism 29.

While the the shaft member 25 moves either above or below the range of the force application mechanism 29 and the male half of the coupler mechanism 40 located on it's side moves beyond the range of the female half 31 located at the end of the rod 30 the force application mechanism 29 is held in a position for reconnection by the engagement positioners comprised in this example of the positioning springs 39 or 39A pushing against the force application mechanism body 32 and so pressing the female half of the coupler mechanism 31 against the side of the shaft member 25 as the shaft member 25 moves while not connected to the rod 30, holding the female half of the coupler mechanism 31 in a position to slip back into the curved recess and back around the male half 40 once the male half 40 on the shaft member 25 has moved back into range and contact with the female half 31 on the rod 30.

Once reconnection between the two parts of the coupler mechanism 31 and 40 has occurred the shaft member's 25 movement back towards its at rest position while engaged with the force application mechanism 29 through the two part coupler mechanism pushes the rod 30 back into the groove on the side of the force application mechanism body 32 and moves the rod base 33 and the end of the cable 34 attached to the rod base 33 back away from the first pulley 35, causing the weight member 37 to be lifted back upwards towards its highest suspended point.

In this way the weight and force of the weight member 37 pulling down on the cable 34 is applied to the shaft member 25 via the rod 30 and two part coupler mechanism through a range of angles as the shaft member 25 moves in relation to the force application mechanism 29 while the force application mechanism 29 is engaged with the shaft member 25.

In this example embodiment a moving body is comprised of a shaft member 25 with a floatation member 26 attached to it but the moving body can be comprised of any member, body or component or assembly of any shape, configuration or dimensions that moves as a result of waves within the fluid and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. The moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of or attached or connected to any type, form or configuration of body, component, assembly or member that floats on or within a fluid, such as for example a sealed container or hull that has within it a gas, liquid or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid, a combination of solid materials and elements that are less dense than the surrounding fluid or any other known type, form or configuration of component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within a fluid.

Such a moving body can be elongate or non-elongate in configuration, the moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a non-elongated floating body or member that moves, for example, vertically along a bar, shaft, rail or other extended member or component or within a frame, enclosure or other guidance means.

Such a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a non-elongated floating body or member that is moveably or rotatably connected to an other body, point or position and that moves in relation to the other body, point or position.

In another example the moving body can be comprised of a submerged or semi submerged rigid, semi-rigid or flexible body, component, assembly, member or structure such as, for example but not limited to, a pivotable or moveable flap, disk, plate or concave or cupped component moved by the swell effect of passing waves.

In this example embodiment a weight is comprised of a single weight member 37, but there can be one, two or multiple weight members or weighted elements or components comprised of any type, form, configuration or combination of heavy or relatively heavy material, element, substance or assembly, structure or combination of such which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The weight member 37 and any equivalents or alternatives can be positioned anywhere on the device itself or can be positioned in relation to and away from the device, for example but not limited to, a cable or cables can run from the device to such a weight or weighted member which is positioned on shore or on another device or structure.

The weight member 37 can be a comprised of a singular component or material or can be comprised of multiple components or materials, the weight member 37 can be a separate distinct component of the device or can be comprised of another component or part of the device.

The rigid member connected to the cable and pulley system is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the rod 30 but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of rigid member or component or can be comprised of an assembly of components, the rigid member can be fixed in its orientation or can be connected to, mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly and change orientation in relation to the shaft member 25 or other moving body.

The rod 30 or any equivalents or alternatives can rotate and change orientation in relation to the shaft member 25 or other moving body through any range of angles or directions including vertically, horizontally and diagonally or any combination of such.

Any type, form or configuration of cable and pulley system and any equivalents or alternatives with any number or combination of cable's and pulley's or any equivalents or alternatives, with or without mechanical advantage, can be used to transfer the weight of the weight member 37 or at least one other weighted member, element or component to the rod 30 or at least one other rigid member or component.

The cable and pulley system can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type of pulley, sheave, pulley wheel, axle, shaft or rotating or stationary wheel or equivalent and any type of rope, cable, line, belt, wire, chain or equivalent.

In another example any type of chain drive can be used, for example but not limited to, any type or form of roller chain, drive chain or transmission chain with a sprocket gear or gears or other rotating gear or pulley equivalents.

In another example a belt drive or cable drive can be used. The cable and pulley system can be a block and tackle configuration.

A pulley or pulley equivalent can be comprised of an object that changes the direction of the cable or cable equivalent, for example, a fixed unmoving slider or smooth rounded protrusion or other fixed point around which a cable or other flexible member bends or curves to change the direction of the cables or other flexible members movement.

Any form or type of gear train comprised of multiple gears can also be utilised in addition to or in place of a cable and pulley system.

There can be one or multiple pulleys, cables, or alternatives or equivalents used in conjunction with one or multiple weights or weighted elements or components and one or multiple other rigid members in any combination or configuration.

Any such example cable and pulley system and any alternatives or equivalents connected to at least one rigid member or component and connected to and moved by the weight member 37 or any other weighted elements or components or equivalents or alternatives of such can also be connected to and moved by, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating element, component, material or structure in any number or combination or any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas extension spring in any number or combination.

In an alternative example embodiment the third pulley 35C can be located below the second pulley 35B and rotating connection 28 with the cable 34 attached to a submerged floatation element or buoyant member or body in place of the weight member 37 or any other weighted elements or components.

In an alternative example embodiment the cable 34 can be attached to a mechanical or gas extension spring in place of the weight member 37 or any other weighted elements or components.

There can be one or multiple of such cable and pulley systems or any alternatives or equivalents in any combination which can apply force to one or multiple moving body's, if there are multiples of such they can effect a moving body separately or in combination in one or multiple directions of the moving body's movement.

The point of connection and disconnection between, in this example embodiment, the force application mechanism 29 and moving shaft member 25, is comprised of a two part coupler mechanism with a female half and a male half that couple together when in contact with one another but do not form a permanent connection. The point of connection and disconnection can be between any other two components of the device and there can be multiple points of connection and disconnection which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one, two or multi part coupler mechanism or of any other form of temporary, semi-permanent or changing connection.

In another example there can be no coupler mechanism or any other point of connection and disconnection between the force application mechanism 29 and moving shaft member 25 or any alternatives or equivalents or between any other parts or components of the device.

The force application mechanism 29 comprised in this example embodiment of a rigid member, cable and pulley system and weight or weighted element or any other alternatives or equivalents remaining permanently connected to and engaged with the shaft member 25 or any other moving body.

In this example the moving body comprised of the moving shaft member 25 moves substantially vertically within the fluid but in other examples the moving body comprised of the moving shaft member 25 or any other type of moving body can move horizontal, diagonally, rotationally or through a range of different angles within or on the fluid.

The example embodiment in FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e is one example embodiment, in FIG. 3 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 3a is a close up front view of the example embodiment and in FIG. 3b to FIG. 3e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a moving body which, in this example, is comprised of an extended bar member 42 situated vertically within the fluid, attached to the upper end of the bar member 42 is a float member 43 and attached to the lower end of the bar member 42 is a weight member 44. The float member 43 is sufficiently buoyant to float on or near the surface of the fluid and to be moved with passing waves as the bar member 42 and weight member 44 hang vertically below it and move as the float member 43 is moved.

The moving body can be comprised of any body, member or assembly of components that move on or within the fluid in response to waves experienced.

An other body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the vertically situated framing body 41. The framing body 41 has, in this example, two vertical sections which are opposites sides of and which run parallel to the bar member 42. The horizontal top of the framing body 45 and the horizontal bottom of the framing body 46 are joined to the two vertical sections by two upper and two lower diagonal sections.

The bar member 42 moves vertically through the top 45 and bottom 46 of the framing body 41 which closely enclose the sides of the bar member 42 and limit it's horizontal movement.

The framing body 41 can be comprised of any body, member, assembly of components or structure that remains relatively stationery in relation to the moving bar member 42 or that moves differently to the moving bar member 42 in response to waves experienced. The framing body 41 can remain stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid by, for example, being affixed or attached to a fixed or unmoving structure or object such as a pile, concrete block or rigid mooring or to a relatively stable position such as virtual mass means, a flexible mooring or other stable body. Alternatively the framing body 41 can move within the fluid differently to the bar member 42 through, for example but not limited to, being connected to or submerged beneath a separate moving body that moves differently to the bar member 42 in response to waves experienced.

The bar member's 42 orientation within the framing body 41 can be ensured by, for example but not limited to, it being of a squared or non-circular profile and the internal shape of the top 45 and bottom 46 of the framing body 41 through which it passes being of the same shape, so preventing the bar member 42 from turning within the framing body 41 or through, for example but not limited to, there being a groove or protrusion running along the length of the bar member 42 which is mirrored in a groove or protrusion at the top 45 and bottom 46 of the framing body 41 or through any other configuration or mechanism that maintains the bar member's 42 correct orientation within the framing body 41.

The float member 43 above the top of the framing body 45 and the weight member 44 below the bottom of the framing body 46 prevent, in this example, the bar member 42 from exiting the framing body 41.

As the bar member 42 moves within the fluid as a result of waves acting on the float member 43 the framing body 41 remains stationary, relatively stationary or moves differently within the fluid in relation to the bar member 42

In this example embodiment there is, attached to the bar member 42 slightly below it's midpoint on the two sides of the the bar member 42 which face each of the vertical sections of the framing body 41, two force application mechanism, 52 and 52A.

In this example embodiment the force application mechanisms 52 and 52Aare comprised of the mechanical compression springs 49 and 49A which are attached to the bar member 42 through the rotating connections 47 and 47A. The rotating connections 47 and 47A are vertically orientated with the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A rotating vertically on the rotating connections 47 and 47A.

The rotating connections 47 and 47A of each force application mechanism 52 and 52A are located in the sunken positions 48 and 48A below the surface level of the bar member 42. The rotating connections 47 and 47A can be comprised of any suitable rotating or pivoting connections.

In this example embodiment engagement positioners for the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A are comprised of the sunken positions 48 and 48A, as the springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A rotate on the rotating connections 47 and 47A the location of the rotating connections 47 and 47A within the sunken position 48 and 48A limit the range of rotation of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A. The force application mechanisms 52 and 52A cannot rotate upwards or downwards past the point where the sides of the springs 49 and 49A come into contact with the sides of the sunken positions 48 and 48A. The force application mechanism 52 and 52A thereby being limited to, and not able to exceed, a set range of rotation in relation to the bar member 42 and framing body 41.

In this example the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A remain attached to the moving body comprised of the bar member 42 but connect to, disconnect from and reconnect to an other body comprised of the framing body 41. The non-permanent connections between the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A and the framing body 41 are, in this example embodiment, comprised of a two part coupler mechanism located between the force application mechanism 52 and the framing body 41 and a two part coupler mechanism located between the force application mechanism 52A and the framing body 41.

In this example embodiment each of the two part coupler mechanisms are comprised of the wedge shaped first parts, 50 and 50A, which fit into the complimentary V shaped grooves in each of the rotating drum shaped second parts, 51 and 51 A.

The wide end of each of the wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A are attached to the ends of each of the springs 49 and 49 A, with the narrow horizontally orientated end of each wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A facing towards the vertical sections of the framing body 41.

The drum shaped shaped second parts 51 and 51 A are rotatably mounted on the framing body 41 halfway along the vertical height of each of the vertical sections on the side of each vertical section that faces towards the bar member 42.

Each drum shaped second part, 51 and 51 A, of each of the two part coupler mechanisms has a V shaped hollow groove running along the side of it, the horizontally orientated wide end of each V shaped groove faces towards the force application mechanism 52 and 52A attached to the bar member 42. The V shaped groove conforms to the shape of, and is slightly larger than the dimensions of, the wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A of each of the two part coupler mechanisms.

The first part of each coupler mechanism can be comprised of any shape, structure, component or number of components that fit with or into, but do not form a permanent attachment to, the second part of each coupler mechanism, or vice versa, or any combination or number of such can be used to effect a non-permanent connection between the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A and the framing body 41. Alternatively any other type, form or configuration of coupler mechanism or other changing connection can be used to effect a non-permanent connection between the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A and the framing body 41 or between any other parts or components of the device.

In this example embodiment engagement positioners for the second parts 51 and 51A of each of the two part coupler mechanisms are comprised of non-freely rotating connections that the second parts 51 and 51Arotate on, the rotating drum shaped second parts 51 and 51A remaining in a static position within their mounting unless rotated by, for example, interaction with the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A.

The non-freely rotating connections the drum shaped second parts 51 and 51A rotate on or are mounted on can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, torque or friction hinges or positioning hinges or free stop or detent mechanisms or any other implementation of a rotating connection that only rotates or pivots when moved by another force or object.

In this example embodiment the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A comprised of the mechanical compression springs 49 and 49A are permanently attached to the moving body comprised of the extended bar member 42 through the rotating connections 47 and 47A but are not permanently attached to the other body comprised of the framing body 41. The springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanism 52 and 52A are only connected to the framing body 41 through the coupler mechanisms comprised of 50 and 51 and 50A and 51 A.

The bar member 42 moves substantially vertically in relation to the framing body 41 as the float member 43 attached to the upper end of the bar member 42 experiences waves within the fluid. The springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A situated between the bar member 42 and framing body 41 remain attached to and move with the bar member 42 as it moves within the fluid but are only connected to the framing body 41 while the first parts of the coupler mechanisms 50 and 50A attached to the ends of the springs 49 and 49A are in range of and connected with the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51Alocated on the framing body 41.

FIG. 3 shows the example embodiment in it's at rest position within the fluid when the example embodiment and fluid it is within is experiencing no wave action. In this position the first, 50 and 50A, and second, 51 and 51 A, parts of the two coupler mechanisms are engaged with one another and the springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A are engaged with both the framing body 41 and the bar member 42 and are angled upwards away from the bar member 42, applying a downwards force against the bar member 42.

As shown in FIG. 3b and FIG. 3d while the bar member 42 experiences a degree of movement away from its at rest position due to waves acting on the float member 43 that is within the physical range of the springs 49 and 49Athe wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A of the coupler mechanisms attached to the end of the springs 49 and 49A remain connected with and seated within the V shaped grooves on the drum shaped second parts, 51 and 51 A, and the springs 49 and 49A remain engaged with both the bar member 42 and framing body 41.

While engaged with both the bar member 42 and the framing body 41 the springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanism 52 and 52A exert a pushing force against the bar member 42 and the framing body 41 as the springs 49 and 49A are compressed between the two part coupler mechanisms and the rotating connections 47 and 47A.

This keeps the wedge shaped first parts of the coupler mechanisms 50 and 50A pressed into and engaged with the the V shaped grooves on the rotating drum shaped second parts, 51 and 51 A, and rotates the rotating drum shaped second parts 51 and 51A as the wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A change angle in relation to them as the bar member 42 moves in relation to the framing body 41.

As shown in FIG. 3c and FIG. 3e when the bar member 42 experiences a degree of movement due to waves acting on the float member 43 that exceeds the physical range of the springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52Athe wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A of the coupler mechanisms attached to the end of the springs 49 and 49A slip out of the V shaped grooves on the drum shaped second parts, 51 and 51 A, and the springs 49 and 49A disengage from the framing body 41 and move with the bar member 42 out of and beyond the range over which the springs 49 and 49A are engaged with both the bar member 42 and the framing body 41.

In this way the possible range of movement of the bar member 42 is separate to, and not limited by, the physical scale or range of effect of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A comprised of the mechanical compression springs 49 and 49A.

As the second parts 51 and 51 A of the coupler mechanisms do not rotate freely when they are not being moved they remain at the angle of rotation they where in when last engaged with the first parts 50 and 50A .

If the first parts 50 and 50A of the coupler mechanisms attached to the force application mechanisms 52 and 52 A disengaged from the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51A when the bar member 42 was moving upwards this will be in the upwards position as seen in FIG. 3 c, with the upper inside edges of the V shaped grooves on the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51Aaligned with the side of the vertical face of each vertical section of the framing body 41 above the drum shaped second parts 51 and 51 A.

If the first parts 50 and 50A of the coupler mechanisms attached to the force application mechanism 52 and 52A disengaged from the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51 A when the bar member 42 was moving downwards this will be in the lower position as seen in FIG. 3e, with the lower inside edges of the V shaped grooves on the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51 A aligned with the side of the vertical face of each vertical section of the framing body 41 below the drum shaped second parts 51 and 51 A.

The sunken positions 48 and 48A on the bar member 42 in which the rotating connections 47 and 47A are mounted act as engagement positioners for the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A when they are not engaged with the framing body 41, the sides of the sunken positions 48 and 48 A preventing the rotation of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A past a set upper and lower angle. This angle can be determined through, for example, the depth of the sunken position, the gradient or shape of the sides of the sunken position, the dimensions of the force application mechanisms mounted within and many other factors.

As shown in FIG. 3c and FIG. 3e this angle, in this example embodiment, is such that at the maximum upper and lower rotation of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A in relation to the framing body 41 the springs 49 and 49A of the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A have reached their fully uncompressed state and the distance between the rotating connections 47 and 47A at their base and the inside face of the vertical sections of the framing body 41 at this maximum angle of rotation and in this fully uncompressed state is such that there is minimal clearance, and a smaller distance than the width of the wide end of the V shaped grooves on the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51 A, between the narrow ends of the wedge shaped first parts 50 and 50A of the coupler mechanisms at the ends of the springs 49 and 49A and the sides of the framing body 41 on which the drum shaped second parts 51 and 51A are mounted.

As the bar member 42 moves beyond the range over which the springs 49 and 49A are engaged with both the bar member 42 and the framing body 41 the wedge shaped first parts of the coupler mechanisms 50 and 50A while not engaged with the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51A so remain within a distance of the sides of the vertical sections of the framing body 41 to slide back into the second parts of the coupler mechanisms 51 and 51 A and the second parts 51 and 51 A remain in the orientation they where in when disengagement occurred and are aligned with the inside face of the vertical sections of the framing body 41. This facilitates the re-engagement and reconnection between the first parts 50 and 50A and the second parts 51 and 51 A of the coupler mechanisms when the first parts 50 and 50A move back into contact with the second parts 51 and 51A.

In this way the movement of the bar member 42 as a result of waves experienced within the fluid can be effected by the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A without being limited by the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A, the relative movement between the bar member 42 and the framing body 41 can be utilised to, for example but not limited to, power a hydraulic pump or electric generator.

In this example embodiment there is a point of disconnection and reconnection between each of the the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A and the framing body 41, with the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A remaining permanently attached to a moving body comprised, in this example embodiment, of the moving bar member 42, in other examples the point of disconnection and reconnection can be anywhere between a member or body that moves with waves experienced within a fluid and at least one other body.

The point of connection and disconnection can be between any two components of the device and there can be multiple points of connection and disconnection which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one, two or multi part coupler mechanism or of any other type of temporary, semi-permanent or changing connection.

In this example embodiment the force application mechanisms 52 and 52Aare comprised of mechanical coil springs but can be comprised of any type or configuration of mechanical or gas spring in any number or combination or can be comprised of any other mechanism or component that applies force between the framing body 41 and the moving bar member 42, in other examples the force application mechanisms 52 and 52A can be comprised of hydraulic or motorised piston arms or actuators or of a rigid member attached to weight or float moved mechanism or can be comprised of any other type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring.

Additionally one or multiple such force application mechanisms can be implemented in any combination and can apply force between the framing body 41 and bar member 42 or any equivalents or alternatives over different or over the same ranges of the bar member's 42 or other moving body's movement in one or multiple directions.

The engagement positioners that are, in this example embodiment, comprised of the sunken positions 48 and 48A that the rotating connections 47 and 47Aare located in and the non-freely rotating connections that the second parts 51 and 51 A of each of the two part coupler mechanisms rotate on can be comprised of any physical obstruction of any shape or dimensions that blocks the rotation of a part or component of the device past a set point while disengaged from another part or component of the device or of any type or configuration of non-freely rotating connection a part or component of the device is connected to, mounted on or housed within.

An engagement positioner can be comprised of any mechanism or component that moves a part or component of the device to a set position or angle while said part or component is disengaged from another part or component of the device, for example but not limited to, of any type of spring or tensioned or compressed or compressible material, weighted elements or arm or hydraulic, pneumatic or electric actuator or any equivalents or alternatives of such

An engagement positioner or positioners can be comprised of any combination or number of such which come into contact with or interact with one or multiple disengaged components of the device.

In this example embodiment a moving body is comprised of the bar member 42 with a float member 43 attached to it but the moving body can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of member, body or component or assembly of any shape or dimensions that moves as a result of waves within the fluid through, for example but not limited to, floating on or within the fluid or providing resistance to the movement of the fluid and which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The example embodiment in FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p is one example embodiment, in FIG. 4 is a front cross sectional view of the example embodiment, FIG. 4p is a close up front cross sectional view of the example embodiment, and in FIG. 4a to FIG. 4e are front cross sectional views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of an other body which, in this example, is comprised of a base body 61. The base body 61 is comprised of a flat, rectangular rigid structure that provides a solid base for the attachment of other components and parts of the device. The base body 61 can be comprised of any solid or rigid structure of any shape or complexity that provides a base for the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The base body 61, in this example, remains stationary or relatively stationery within the fluid, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the base body 61 being comprised of or attached to a structure such as a concrete plinth, pile, pier or metal frame or being comprised of a floating structure such as a floating platform fixedly moored at a set depth below the surface of the fluid.

Fixedly attached and extending vertically upwards from one side of the base body 61 is a moving body guide comprised, in this example embodiment, of an extended member 62 with a square profile, the extended member 62 can be comprised of any extended member or component such as a shaft or elongate runner or can be comprised of multiple components that the floating member 63 fits on, within or around.

The extended member 62 extends, in this example, through a vertical hole in a moving body that is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a floating cube shaped member 63. The floating member 63 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a sealed hull or hollow body or a lightweight material filled float or can be comprised of any other shape and material or combination of materials which float within the fluid or on or near the surface of the fluid.

As the floating member 63 rises and falls on passing waves it moves vertically up and down along the extended member 62 which runs vertically through the floating member 63 and which is fixedly attached to the stationary or relatively stationery base body 61. The base body 61 at the bottom and end cap 64 at the top of the extended member 62 keep the floating member 63 on the extended member 62 even in large wave conditions. The end cap 64 can be comprised of any component wider than the vertical hole running through the floating member 63.

The squared profile of the extended member 62 which is mirrored in the vertical hole running through the floating member 63 maintains the floating members 63 orientation in relation to the extended member 62 and the rest of the device as the floating member 63 moves up and down the extended member 62 as a result of waves experienced. The extended member 62 and floating member 63 can be of any complimentary shape or configuration or can employ guidance means such as a fitted rail or a mounting or attachment mechanism to ensure the floating members 63 orientation to the rest of the device as it moves by passing waves.

Attached to and extending vertically upwards from the other side of the base body 61 to the extended member 62 is a housing body 65, the housing body 65 can be comprised of any body, assembly or structure that houses and provides a mounting position for the force application mechanism. The force application mechanism is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a weight or weighted member pushing through a range of angles, via a flexible member that can be pushed or pulled, a rigid member which transfers the force of the weight or weighted member to the floating member 63.

A rigid cuboid weight member 66 is, in this example, located above the housing body 65, the weight member 66 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type of solid metal, concrete or ceramic component or of any type, form or configuration of heavy or relativity heavy object, component or collection or assembly of components and materials of any shape or dimensions.

Attached to the bottom of the weight member 66 is a first rigid member 67, the first rigid member 67 can be comprised of any rigid or substantially rigid linear or elongate member, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of bar, spoke, tube or rod

The first rigid member 67 extends downwards into, and moves vertically within, the guide tube 68. The weight of the weight member 66 rests on the first rigid member 67 it is attached to and the first rigid member 67 is held in it's upright position with the weight member 66 attached to its top end by it's position within the top of the guide tube 68 which fits closely around the first rigid member 67.

The guide tube 68 runs downwards from a first opening in the top of the housing body 65 and curves around towards a second opening in the side of the housing body 65 that faces towards the floating member 63, the guide tube 68 can be comprised of any type or configuration of tube, pipe, groove, tunnel or barrel within or attached to the housing body 65.

Within the guide tube 68 is a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled 69, the internal diameter of the guide tube 68 is such as to closely conform to the external diameter of the flexible member 69 while still allowing the flexible member 69 to move within it.

The flexible member 69 can be comprised of any material or combination of materials that are flexible but resist compression enough to be pushed within an enclosed container or guide such as a tube, pipe or barrel or within or along constraining guidance means such as an external wire frame or lattice or along for example an internal rigid rod or guide. The flexible member 69 can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of helical wire, corrugated hose, braided line, braided wire, ribbed cable or flexible rod or any alternatives or equivalents or any other flexible material or flexible composition of materials that resist compression.

In this example the flexible member 69 is located within and moves within the guide tube 68 and extends from the bottom of the first rigid member 67 which sits within the top of the guide tube 68 through the lower opening of the guide tube 68 in the side of the housing body 65 and extends beyond the opening through the flexible sheath 70 to the base 71 of the second rigid member 72. The second rigid member 72 can be comprised of any rigid or substantially rigid linear or elongate member, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of bar, spoke, tube or rod. The base 71 of the second rigid member 72 is wider than the body of the second rigid member 72 and is located within the rigid tube member 73.

The rigid tube member 73 can be comprised of any form of hollow rigid or substantially rigid linear or elongate member, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of tube, pipe, tunnel or barrel. The rigid tube member 73 is mounted at one end to the rotating mount 74 which is attached to and slides along the length of the mount ring 75. The rotating mount 74 encloses around or is attached to and slides or moves along the mount ring 75, as the rotating mount 74 slides or moves along the length of the mount ring 75 it's orientation in relation to the lower opening of the guide tube 68 changes. The mount ring 75 is in this example comprised of a vertically orientated ring attached at each end to the housing body 65 above and below the lower side opening of the guide tube 68. The mount ring 75 can be any shape or dimension and the rotating mount 74 can be moveably connected or mounted to it through any known method.

The distance between the lower side opening of the guide tube 68 and the rotating mount 74 attached to the mount ring 75 is such that the flexible sheath 70 attached between the stationary side opening of the guide tube 68 and the moving rotating mount 74 can curve with the rotation of the rotating mount 74 without blocking or preventing the movement of the flexible member 69 within the flexible sheath 70.

The rigid tube member 73 is a hollow rigid tube open at both ends with, in this example, internal blockers 77 at the end opposite to where it is attached to the rotating mount 74, the internal blockers 77 reduce the size of the opening at this end of the rigid tube member 73 to a diameter larger than the second rigid member 72 but smaller than the base of the second rigid member 71 and so enables the second rigid member 72 to move through the opening of the rigid tube member 73 but prevents the base of the second rigid member 71 from exiting the rigid tube member 73.

Located at the end of the second rigid member 72 external to the rigid tube member 73 which is opposite to the base 71 of the second rigid member 72 is a first part of a coupler mechanism comprised, in this example embodiment, of two coupling arms 78 and 78A attached to the second rigid member 72 through the hinged connections 79 and 79A.

Attached to the side of the floating member 63 that faces towards the housing body 65 and force application mechanism 82 is a second part of the coupler mechanism comprised, in this example embodiment, of a coupler mechanism receiver 80, comprised of a rounded protrusion of a size and shape dimensioned for the coupling arms 78 and 78A to fit and close around.

The two coupling arms 78 and 78A rotate on the hinged connections 79 and 79A towards one another to close over the coupler mechanism receiver 80 and rotate away from one another to release the coupler mechanism receiver 80. When the arms 78 and 78A are closed over the receiver 80 the two parts of the coupler mechanism are coupled together and when the arms 78 and 78A are open and have released the receiver 80 the two parts of the coupler mechanism are decoupled from one another.

The two coupling arms 78 and 78A can be rotated on the hinged connections 79 and 79A through, for example but not limited to, the use of electric motors connected to the hinged connections 79 and 79Athat turn the arms and are connected to a sensor attached to the head of the second rigid member 76 and control system that controls the closing of the arms 78 and 78A around the receiver 80 while the floating member 63 is in range of the force application mechanism 82 and the opening of the arms 78 and 78A when the floating member 63 moves out of range of the force application mechanism 82, or through, for example but not limited to, the hinged connections 79 and 79A being connected to a geared and sprung mechanical actuator activated by a push plate located on the head of the second rigid member 76 and attached to the two arms 78 and 78A that when pushed against by the receiver 80 rotates and closes the arms 78 and 78A and when the receiver ceases to push against it releases the arms 78 and 78Ato their open position or through the use of any other known or suitable type, form or configuration of electronically or mechanically controlled or operated system.

FIG. 4a shows the example embodiment in its at rest position within the fluid when no waves are experienced.

The floating member 63 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and as it rises and falls with passing waves is moved up and down the extended member 62. The extended member 62, force application mechanism 82 and the rest of the device remain stationary or relativity stationary in relation to the floating member 63.

While the floating member 63 is moved within the physical range of the force application mechanism, as shown in FIG. 4a, FIG. 4b and FIG. 4d, the force application mechanism is engaged with the floating member 63 and the weight of the weight member 66 pushes, via the first rigid member 67, flexible member 69 and second rigid member 72, the head 76 of the second rigid member 72 against the receiver 80 attached to the floating member 63.

This pushing force is applied to the floating member 63 through a range of angles and directions which change as the position of the floating member 63 changes in relation to the mount ring 75 the second rigid member 72 rotates on while the floating member 63 is in range of the force application mechanism.

While the floating member 63 is in range of the force application mechanism the head of the second rigid member 76 is held in place against the receiver 80 by the coupling arms 78 and 78A being closed around the receiver 80.

As the floating member 73 is moved beyond the physical range of the force application mechanism by the movement of passing waves the coupling arms 78 and 78A rotate on the hinged connections 79 and 79A away from one another and move to their open position, releasing the coupler mechanism receiver 80 attached to the side of the floating member 63 and disconnecting the floating member 63 from the force application mechanism, allowing the floating remember 63 to move out of contact and engagement with the force application mechanism and experience a range of movement due to passing waves that is greater than the range of effect of the force application mechanism.

While the floating member 63 is not connected to the force application mechanism and is above or below the upper or lower range of the force application mechanism, as shown in FIG. 4c and FIG. 4e respectively, the coupling arms 78 and 78A remain in their open position ready to reconnect with, and re-close around, the coupler mechanism receiver 80 once it is moved back into contact with the head of the second rigid member 76 and the force application mechanism is held in a position for reconnection with the floating member 63 through the upper and lower rotation blockers 81 and 81Alocated above and below the mount ring 75.

The combined length of the rigid tube member 73 and second rigid member 72 when the second rigid member 72 has been pushed to it's furthest position out of the rigid tube member 73 by the weight member 66 once the force application mechanism has reached the limit of either it's upper or lower range is greater than the distance between the mount ring 75 the force application mechanism rotates on and the extended member 62 the floating member 63 moves along.

The second rigid member 72 will not be moved back into the rigid tube member 73, and the weight member 66 pushed back upwards, until moved by the buoyancy or weight of the the floating member 63 once it has re-engaged with the force application mechanism in either an upwards or downwards direction as it travels back towards its at rest position.

The engagement positioners comprised, in this example, of the two rounded solid rotation blockers 81 and 81 A attached to the side of the housing body 65 above and below the mount ring 75 come into contact with and prevent the rotating mount 74 from rotating beyond the upper and lower angle at which the second rigid member 72 reaches this maximum extension, thereby keeping the head of the second rigid member 76 and coupling arms 78 and 78A in contact with the extended member 62 and in a position to re-engage and reconnect with the floating member 63 once it has moved back into the range of the force application mechanism.

While the coupling arms 78 and 78A are closed around and engaged with the coupler mechanism receiver 80 the head of the second rigid member 76 situated between the coupler mechanism arms 78 is in contact with and pushed against the coupler mechanism receiver 80 attached to the floating member 63.

The head of the second rigid member 76 is pushed against the coupler mechanism receiver 80 by the weight of the weight member 66 pushing the first rigid member 67 down into the guide tube 68 and against one end of the flexible member 69.

The flexible member 69 is confined within, and moves through the inside of, the guide tube 68, flexible sheath 70 and rigid tube member 73 which enclose the sides of the flexible member 69 and prevent undesired lateral movement of the flexible member 69.

The flexible member 69 while flexible resists compression enough to be pushed by the weight of the weight member 66 through the guide tube 68, flexible sheath 70 and rigid tube member 73, which enclose around it's sides, and against the base of the second rigid member 71 and in so doing transfers the weight of the weight member 66 to the base of the second rigid member 71.

As the flexible member 69 is flexible but resists compression enough to be pushed it is able to transfer the weight of a weight member or other force that might push against it such as a compressed spring or submerged float, along a non-straight path or through a range of angles, or through a path that moves and bends and an angle that changes.

In this example embodiment the flexible member 69 transfers the weight of the weight member 66 through the curve in the guide tube 68 and the curving flexible sheath 70 and against the base 71 of the second rigid member 72 located inside the rigid tube member 73, pushing the head 76 of the second rigid member 72 out from the rigid tube member 73 and against the coupler mechanism receiver 80 attached to the floating member 63.

As the floating member 63 is moved vertically up and down the extended member 62 by passing waves while the two parts of the coupler mechanism are connected and the floating member 63 is engaged with the force application mechanism 82 the position of the floating member 63 in relation to the force application mechanism 82 changes and the rigid tube member 63 rotates upwards and downwards on the rotating mount 74 which moves along the mount ring 75.

As this occurs the position of the end of the rigid tube member 73 mounted on the rotating mount 74 moves in relation to the lower opening of the guide tube 68 and the flexible member 69 that extends out from the lower opening of the guide tube 68 into the rigid tube member 63 curves upwards or downwards between these two points as the rigid tube member 73 rotates upwards and downwards.

The flexible sheath 70 is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a flexible material, or flexible composition of materials, that when bent or curved resists deformation and is not reduced significantly in width or in the shape and dimension of its cross section, and can be comprised of for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of stiff but flexible tube, corrugated hose, braided wire sheath, segmented flexible duct or any other material or component or combination of such that provides a flexible, bendable guide and constraint to the movement of the flexible member 69. The flexible sheath can be comprised of any flexible hollow component.

The inside of the guide tube 68 and flexible sheath 70 can also for example have rollers or bearings or other such mechanisms to aid the movement of the flexible member 69.

The flexible sheath 70 is attached between the lower opening of the guide tube 68 and the end of the rigid tube member 73 mounted on the rotating mount 74 and encloses the flexible member 69 between these two points.

The flexible sheath 70 in this way provides a guiding enclosure to the flexible member 69 that moves through it and enables the flexible member 69 to move freely within and between, and bend between while moving between, the lower opening of the guide tube 68 and the rotating rigid tube member 73 through a range of angles while not experiencing unwanted or undue movement or constriction within the flexible sheath 70

FIG. 3a shows the example embodiment in its at rest position within the fluid, the position it is in when the fluid is experiences no wave action and the device is experiencing no movement. In this position the coupling arms 78 and 78A are closed around and engaged with the receiver 80 attached to the floating member 63 and the head of the second rigid member 76 is pushed against the receiver 80 and the floating member 63 by the weight member 66 pushing the first rigid member 67 down into the guide tube 68 and against the flexible member 69 which is pushed around the curve in the guide tube 68 through the flexible sheath 70 and against the base 71 of the second rigid member 72. The second rigid member 72 is angled somewhat upwards in relation to the floating member 63 and the force application mechanism 82 is pushing against the floating member 63 in a somewhat upwards direction.

As the floating member 63 is moved either upwards or downwards by passing waves away from its at rest position, as shown in FIG. 4b and FIG. 4d, the second rigid member 72, maintained in it's engaged state with the floating member 63 through the two part coupler mechanism comprised of the coupling arms 78 and 78A and receiver 80, is pushed against the floating member 63 by the weight of the weight member 66.

The further the floating member 63 moves from its at rest position the further the second rigid member 72 is pushed out of the rigid tube member 73 by the weight of the weight member 66 via the first rigid member 67 and the flexible member 69 as the weight member 66 pushes the first rigid member 67 further down into the guide tube 68 and the first rigid member 67 pushes the flexible member 69 further through the guide tube 68 and around its curve and through the flexible sheath 70 further into the rigid tube member 73 against the base 71 of the second rigid member 72 which pushes the second rigid member 72 further out of the rigid tube member 73 against the floating member 63.

If as a result of passing waves the floating member 63 experiences a degree of movement away from its at rest position, either upwards or downwards, which exceeds the physical range of the force application mechanism, as shown in FIG. 4c and FIG. 4e the force application mechanism disengages from the floating member 63 through the coupling arms 78 and 78A attached to the end of the second rigid member 72 moving away from one another and releasing the coupler mechanism receiver 80 attached to the floating member 63, allowing the floating member 63 to move unimpeded beyond the physical range of the force application mechanism.

As shown in FIG. 4c and FIG. 4e, while not engaged with the floating member 63 the force application mechanism remains in its position of last engagement ready to reconnect with the floating member 63 once it has moved back into the physical range of the force application mechanism, at which point the coupler mechanism receiver 80 will come back into contact with the head 76 of the second rigid member 72 and the coupling arms 78 and 78A will move back towards one another and re-close around the coupler mechanism receiver 80. Once the force application mechanism has re-engaged with the floating member 63 as the floating member 63 is moved back towards its at rest position by passing waves the weight or buoyancy of the floating member 63, depending on whether it is travelling back down or back up towards its at rest position, pushes the second rigid member 72 back into the rigid tube member 73 and the base 71 of the second rigid member 72 against the flexible member 69 which pushes the flexible member 69 back out of the rigid tube member 73, through the flexible sheath 70 and guide tube 68 and against the bottom of the first rigid member 67 which lifts the weight member 66 back upwards towards its upper position, which the weight member 66 occupies when the second rigid member 72 is in its most withdrawn state, as shown in FIG. 4.

As shown in FIG. 4a to FIG. 4e as the floating member 63 moves while engaged with the force application mechanism the orientation of the rigid tube member 73 changes as it is rotates up or down on the rotating mount 74 and the flexible sheath 70 curves upwards or downwards between the rotating rigid tube member 63 and the stationary lower opening of the tube guide 68, providing a changing path between the rotating rigid tube member 63 and the lower opening of the guide tube 68 for the flexible member 69 to follow as it is moved through the guide tube 68, flexible sheath 70 and rigid tube member 73.

In an alternative example embodiment the floating member 63 can be permanently attached to the the force application mechanism through any suitable connection and not disengage from the weight of the weight member 66 during any point of its movement.

The flexible member 69 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of flexible member or component that can be pushed or flexible collection or assembly of components that can be pushed and there can one or multiple of such.

The flexible member 69 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a number of separate or connected solid or rigid spherical, rounded or cylindrical components comprised of any suitable material or combination of materials that are housed within the rigid guide tube and flexible guide sleeve, the diameter of said components being smaller than the internal diameter of the guide tube and sleeve and moving within and pressing against one another within said rigid guide tube and flexible guide sleeve.

The flexible member 69 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rigid chain or linear chain actuator or push pull chain or any equivalents or alternatives that is moved by a weight, weighted element or relatively heavy component against at least one rigid member or other component or directly against a moving body. Alternatively there can be no separate weighted element and the weight of any such flexible member itself can be used to apply force to a moving body.

There can be any number or type of flexible member that can be pushed or any alternative or equivalent which can be connected to, mounted on or housed within any number or type of pivotable or rotatable component or assembly and which is moved by any number or type of weighted element or heavy or relatively heavy component or assembly of components which can be implemented with any number or combination of rigid members or alternatives and flexible or rigid tubes, sleeves, guides or equivalents or alternatives.

Any such examples or alternatives or equivalents comprised of at least one of any such flexible member can alternately be pushed against or moved by any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating element, component, material or structure or combination or number of such that are submerged within or that float on the fluid in the place of or in addition to the weight member 66 or any other weighted element or heavy or relatively heavy component.

For example but not limited to the guide tube 68 and first rigid member 67 being orientated in the opposite vertical direction and a submerged float or floating component situated below and attached to the first rigid member 67 which pushes upwards against the first rigid member 67 and moves the second rigid member 72 against the floating member 63.

Any such examples or alternatives or equivalents can also be moved by any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression or extension springs in any number or combination.

Any such examples or alternatives or equivalents can rotate and change orientation in relation to the floating member 63 or other moving body through any range of angles or directions including vertically, horizontally and diagonally or any combination of such.

There can be any number or combination of such weight, float or spring moved mechanisms effecting one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions.

The two part coupler mechanism which connects the, in this example embodiment, second rigid member 72 to the floating member 63 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one, two or multi part coupler mechanism or any other type of changing connection which can have moving or non-moving parts or components. Said coupler mechanism or changing connection can be located between any two or more parts components of the device.

Alternatively any such examples or alternatives or equivalents either moved by, for example but not limited to, a weighted element or heavy or relatively heavy component or a float or floating component or element can remain permanently attached to one or multiple moving body's and any other parts or components of the device with no implementation of a coupler mechanism or other changing connection.

Amoving body can be comprised of any component or collection or assembly of components that move on or within the fluid as a result of passing waves, the moving body can move on or within the fluid as a result of passing waves by floating on or within the fluid or by being moved by the motion of the fluid caused by passing waves through any known or suitable method or implementation.

There can be one or multiple other body's that are stationary or relatively stationary in relation to the moving body or that move on or within the fluid differently to the moving body.

The example embodiment in FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p is one example embodiment, in FIG. 5 is a front view of the example embodiment without the coupler mechanism engaged, FIG. 5p is a close up perspective view of the example embodiment and in FIG. 5a to FIG. 5e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of an other body comprised in this example of a supporting structure 91 comprised of two parallel vertical rails 92A and 92B of the same vertical length, connected between them at their upper ends is the horizontal beam 93 A and connected between them at their lower ends is the horizontal beam 93B. The supporting structure 91 can be comprised of any suitable structure, assembly or configuration that provides framing and support to the device and its elements.

The supporting structure 91, in this example, remains stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid through, for example but not limited to, being fixedly attached or seated on the bed of the fluid or through being attached or connected to an unmoving structure such as plinth or pile or to a relatively stable structure such as spar buoy or fixedly moored platform or through any other stable or relatively stable implementation.

Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the buoyant compartment 94 that floats within the fluid or on or near the surface of the fluid, the buoyant compartment 94 can float on or within the fluid through, for example but not limited to, being comprised of an air filled sealed shell or being comprised of an open or enclosed hull or having attached to it floatation elements such as foam light weight floats or separate sealed compartments or through the use of any other floatation means.

The buoyant compartment 94 in this example fits between, and runs vertically along the length of, the two vertical rails 92A and 92B and has a U shaped vertical recess in each side that fits around each of the vertical rails 92A and 92B, enabling the buoyant compartment 94 to move up and down the length of the vertical rails 92A and 92B as it is moved by waves within the fluid. The vertical rails 92A and 92B provide a guide for the vertical movement of the buoyant compartment 94 and the horizontal beams 93 A and 93B prevent the buoyant compartment 94 from exiting the vertical rails 92A and 92B and present the upper and lower limit of the buoyant compartments 94 range of vertical movement.

Attached to the side of the buoyant compartment 94 on a non-free moving rotating connection 97 is a rotating cylinder 98, extending from the rotating cylinder 98 on the side facing towards the vertical rail 92A is a rigid member 96 that rotates with the rotating cylinder 98. The non-freely rotating connection 97 does not freely rotate and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a detent mechanism or hinge, or friction mechanism or hinge or any other non-freely rotating connection.

A force application mechanism 99 is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a linear gear and circular gear configuration connected to a weighted element, comprised in this example embodiment of two racks, one pinion and a weight.

A weight 100 is rigidly attached to the bottom of a vertically orientated first rack 101, the first rack 101 moves through a vertical holder 102 which encloses the sides of the first rack 101 and maintains the first rack's 101 vertical orientation as it moves, the holder 102 extends out from and is fixedly attached to the top of the support member 115 above the pinion 104.

Extending out from and fixedly attached to the side of the vertical rail 92A below the weight 100 is a retaining arm 103, the retaining arm 103 is located in the vertical path of the weight 100 and blocks the weights 100 downward movement past that point. The distance between the holder 102 and retaining arm 103 is less than the length of the first rack 101 and so the weight 100 is prevented from pulling the first rack 101 out of the holder 102 and disconnecting it from the pinion 104.

The first rack 101 is connected to and engages with the pinion 104, the pinion 104 is connected to and engages with a second rack 105. The pinion 104 is connected to and engaged with both the first rack 101 and second rack 105 simultaneously and the movement of all three is, in this example, locked together.

If the first rack 101 is moved either upwards or downwards this will rotate the pinion 104 either clockwise or counter-clockwise which will move the second rack 105 either backwards or forwards and vice versa.

The second rack 105 moves through a guide 106 on the rotating mount 107, the guide 106 encloses the sides of the second rack 105 apart from it's toothed side, in this way the second rack 105 is held between the guide 106 and the pinion 104 and its position on the rotating mount 107 is maintained.

The rotating mount 107 is located behind the pinion 104 and both rotate separately and independently of one another on the axle 108 which is attached to the support member 115 which extends from the side of the vertical rail 92A.

The pinion 104 rotates freely on the axle 108 and rotates separately and independently to the rotating mount 107, the rotating mount 107 is attached to the axle 108 on a rotating connection that prevents free rotation and is only rotated on the axle 108 when moved by the second rack 105 being changed in its orientation, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the rotating mount 107 being attached to the axle 108 on a detent mechanism or hinge, or friction mechanism or hinge or through any other non-freely rotating connection.

As the buoyant compartment 94 which floats within or on the fluid is moved by passing waves along the vertical rails 92A and 92B the buoyant compartment 94 will be moved into and out of range of the force application mechanism 99.

Located between the moving buoyant compartment 94 and the force application mechanism 99 which is situated on the relatively stationary supporting structure 91 is, in this example embodiment, a two part coupler mechanism that engages the buoyant compartment 94 with the force application mechanism 99 while they are in range of one another and permits their disengagement from one another as they move out of range of one another.

Attached to the end of the second rack 105 is the first part of the coupler mechanism 109, attached to the end of the rigid member 96 is the second part of the coupler mechanism 110.

While the buoyant compartment 94 is in range of the force application mechanism 99 the two are engaged with one another through the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 being connected to one another with the spike 111 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 fitted into the corresponding hole 112A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 and the spike 111A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 fitted into the corresponding hole 112 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109.

When the buoyant compartment 94 moves out of range of the force application mechanism 99 the two are disengaged from one another when the spike 111 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 slips out the hole 112A on the second part of the coupler mechanism HO and the spike l llA on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 slips out of the hole 112 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 and the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 disconnect from one another. In this example embodiment the first rack 101 and second rack 105 are offset from one another and do not come into contact with one another as the first rack 101 is positioned further towards the front of the device than the second rack 105 which is positioned behind the first rack 101.

The pinion 104 is wider than both of the racks 101 and 105 combined and is positioned to the side of the first rack 101 and above the second rack 105 and is in contact with and engaged with both racks 101 and 105 simultaneously. The teeth of the circular gear comprised of the pinion 104 are engaged with the teeth of both of the two linear gears comprised of the first rack 101 and the second rack 105 at the same time.

As both racks 101 and 105 are simultaneously engaged with the pinion 104, moving the first rack 101 either upwards or downwards rotates the pinion 104 either clockwise or anticlockwise which moves the second rack 105 either backwards or forwards, and moving the second rack 105 either backwards or forwards rotates the pinion 104 either clockwise or anticlockwise and moves the first rack 101 either upwards or downwards.

As the second rack 105 is mounted on a rotating mount 107 which keeps the second rack 105 in contact with the pinion 104, and the teeth of the second rack 105 engaged with the teeth of the pinion 104 through a range of angles the second rack 105 can be moved back and forth through a range of angles while engaged with the pinion 104 which remains engaged with the first rack 101.

In this example embodiment this applies the weight of the weight 100 to the buoyant compartment 94 through a range of angles as the buoyant compartment 94 is moved by passing waves along the vertical rails 92A and 92B in relation to the second rack 105 which changes in orientation as the buoyant compartment 94 is moved.

FIG. 5a shows the example embodiment at a point in the movement of the buoyant chamber 94 where the buoyant chamber 94 is in a position that is substantially level with the force application mechanism 99 and the second rack 105, which is pushed towards the buoyant chamber 94 by the weight 100, is substantially horizontal in orientation. The weight 100 and first rack 101 are in their highest position and the second rack 105 is at its most recessed point within the force application mechanism 99.

The two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 that form a non-permanent connection between the force application mechanism 99 and the buoyant compartment 94 are connected to one another by the spike 111 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 being fitted into the hole 112A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 and the spike 111A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 being fitted into the hole 112 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109.

As the buoyant compartment 94 is moved by passing waves up and down the vertical rails 92A and 92B while within the range of it's movement where the buoyant compartment 94 is engaged with and connected to the force application mechanism 99, as shown in FIG. 5b and FIG. 5d, the weight of the weight 100 applies a downward force on the first rack 101 which is transferred by the pinion 104 to the second rack 105 and against the buoyant compartment 94 via the two part coupler mechanism 109 and 110.

As the buoyant compartment 94 is moved by passing waves away from the position shown in FIG. 5a, the weight of the weight 100 attached to the bottom of the first rack 101 pulls the vertically orientated first rack 101 downwards which rotates the pinion 104 anticlockwise which moves the second rack 105 towards the buoyant compartment 94 and pushes the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 atached to the end of the second rack 105 against the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 attached to the buoyant compartment 94 via the rotating cylinder 98 and rigid member 96 and the weight of the weight 100 is applied to the buoyant chamber 94 in either an upwards or downwards direction, applying force to the buoyant compartments 94 movement.

The application of the weight of the weight 100 to the buoyant chamber 94 through a range of angles and in a either horizontal or generally upwards or downwards directions via a linear and circular gear configuration comprised, in this example embodiment, of the first rack 101, pinion 104 and second rack 105, is, in this example, enabled through the second rack 105 rotating on the rotating mount 107 which the second rack 105 is atached to via the guide 106 the second rack 105 moves backwards and forwards within, the guide 106 retaining the second rack 105 in engagement with the pinion 104 throughout its movement.

The rotating second rack 105 being held in engagement with the moving buoyant compartment 94, and rotating with the relative movement of the buoyant compartment 94 it is pushed against, by the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 being slotted into one another and connected together through the range of angles the rotating second rack 105 experiences while the buoyant compartment moves within the reach of the second rack 105.

As the buoyant compartment 94 is moved towards the position shown in FIG. 5a by passing waves, the weight or buoyancy of the buoyant compartment 94 pushes the second rack 105 back towards it's most recessed position which rotates the pinion 104 clockwise which moves the first rack 101 and the weight 100 attached to its lower end upwards, lifting the weight 100.

In this example embodiment, the range of the buoyant compartment's 94 movement along the vertical rails 92A and 92B over which it is effected by the force application mechanism 99 is designated by the point at which the weight 100 attached to the lower end of the first rack 101 comes into contact with and rests upon the retaining arm 103, this presents the lower limit of the first racks 101 movement and the maximum extension of the rotating second rack 105.

As the buoyant compartment 94 is moved by passing waves beyond this range, where the second rack 105 has reached the limit of its extension and can move no further against the buoyant compartment 94, the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 attached to the end of the second rack 105 ceases to move with the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 atached to the rigid member 96 mounted to the buoyant compartment 94 on the rotating cylinder 97 and the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 moves with the buoyant compartment 94 away from and out of contact with the first part of the coupler mechanism 109.

At the limit of the second racks 105 extension the angle between the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 in relation to the direction of the buoyant compartments 94 vertical movement, either upwards or downwards away from the force application mechanism 99, facilitates the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 to separate from one another and the spike 111 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 to slide out of the hole 112A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 and the spike 111A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 to slide out of the hole 112 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 and for the buoyant compartment 94 to thereby cease to be engaged with the force application mechanism 99 and to move with passing waves beyond the physical range of the force application mechanism 99.

While the buoyant compartment 94 is disconnected from and outside of the range of the force application mechanism 99, as shown in FIG. 5c and FIG. 5e, the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 are held in a re-engagement position at the same angle they were in when disengagement occurred ready to re-engage, through, in this example, the second rack 105, to which the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 is attached, not being able to rotate downwards or upwards on the rotating mount 107 without rotating the pinion 104 and so not being able to move from it's disengagement position until re-engaged with and moved by the buoyant compartment 94 and the engagement positioner comprised of the non-freely rotating connection 97 through which the rotating cylinder 98, on which the rigid member 96 and second part of the coupler mechanism 110 are mounted, is connected to the buoyant chamber 94 not rotating without interaction with the first part of the coupler mechanism 109.

The non-freely rotating connection 97 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of friction or torque hinge, detent hinge or mechanism, click motion mechanism, multi position hinge or any any other rotating connection or mounting that arrests, prevents or limits rotation.

Alternatively a detent or positioning mechanism or equivalent or alternative can be implemented in place of the non-freely rotating connection 97 to actively move the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 to a pre-set re-engagement position once disengaged from the first part of the coupler mechanism 109.

As the buoyant compartment 94 moves back into the range of the force application mechanism 99 the two parts of the coupler mechanism 109 and 110 will reconnect as they come back into contact with one another through the spike 111 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 sliding back into the hole 112A on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 and the spike lllA on the second part of the coupler mechanism 110 sliding back into the hole 112 on the first part of the coupler mechanism 109 and the buoyant compartment 94 will re-engage with the force application mechanism 99.

The weight of the weight 100, transferred to the buoyant compartment 94 through, in this example embodiment, the double rack and single pinion mechanism provides a resistance to the movement of the buoyant compartment 94 towards the position shown in FIG. 5a and an assistance to the movement of the buoyant compartment 94 away from the position shown in FIG. 5a.

The two part coupler mechanism connects and disconnects the buoyant compartment 94 to and from the force application mechanism 99 that applies the weight of the weight 100 to the buoyant compartment 94 and so enables the range of movement the buoyant compartment 94 is capable of to not be limited by, and to be separate to, the scale of the force application mechanism 99 and for the buoyant compartment 94 to connect to and interact with more than set or type of force application mechanism independently or in combination.

In this example embodiment a moving body is comprised of a buoyant compartment 94 that floats on or within the fluid but the moving body can be comprised of or attached or connected to any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant component, body, object, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

Alternatively the moving body can, for example, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of rigid, semi-rigid or flexible body, component or assembly that captures or providing resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action, for example but not limited to, a sliding disk, rotatable cup or moveable plate located below the surface of the fluid.

An other is in this example embodiment comprised of a structure that remains stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid in relation to the moving body but can be comprised of or attached or connected to any type or configuration of body or collection or assembly of components or structure that moves on or within the fluid differently to the moving body, for example but not limited to, a floating vessel, research station, offshore platform or other moving body.

In this example embodiment a weight is used to rotate a rotating component comprised of a pinion which moves a rigid member comprised of a rack against a moving body, the rigid member being mounted on a rotating mount and moved against the moving body through a range of angles and directions but any type, configuration, number or combination of rotating components and rigid or linear members can be employed and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of sprocket and track or cog and rigid chain or ball screw, lead screw or translation screw or rolling ring drive or any other type or configuration of circular gear and linear gear arrangement or any type or configuration of roller or wheel and linear member arrangement or any type of flexible member wrapped or wound around a rotating component or any type of linear actuator translating rotational motion into linear motion and vice versa and any alternatives or equivalents or combination of such can be employed.

Any such rigid or linear member can rotate or pivot on or be connected to, mounted on or housed within any number of, or type or configuration of, pivotable or rotatable component or assembly.

Any such rigid or linear member can rotate or pivot and change orientation in relation to the buoyant compartment 94 or other moving body through any range of angles or directions including vertically, horizontally and diagonally or any combination of such.

Alternatively any such rigid or linear member can be fixed or set in its angle of rotation and not rotate or pivot as it moved against a moving body by the weight of a weight, weights or weighted element rotating a rotatable component.

The weight used to rotate any such rotating component can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of weight or weights or weighted element, component, material, assembly or body that is of a weight to rotate the at least one rotating component and there can be one or multiple of such.

The weight can be a separate specific part, component or assembly or can be comprised of another part or component of the device, for example but not limited to, the weight can be comprised of the first rack 101.

In another example any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating element, component, material or structure can be used in place of or in addition to the weight 100 or any alternatives or equivalents and can, for example but not limited to, be attached to the first rack 101 and can move the first rack 101 to rotate the pinion 104 and move the second rack 105 against the buoyant compartment 94 through a range of angles and directions.

Any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating element, component, material or structure can be used in place of a weight or weights in any such mechanism or assembly or alternative or equivalent comprised of at least one rotating component and at least one rigid or linear member.

In another example any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring in any number or combination can be used in place of or in addition to the weight 100 or any alternatives or equivalents in any such mechanism or assembly or alternative or equivalent comprised of at least one rotating component and at least one rigid or linear member.

Any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring can, for example but not limited to, be employed in place of the rigid member 96 between the rotating cylinder 98 and the second part of the coupler mechanism 110.

In this example embodiment there is a point of disconnection and reconnection comprised of a two part coupler mechanism located between a moving body comprised of the buoyant compartment and the force application mechanism but the point of disconnection and reconnection can be located between any two or more components or parts of the device and any alternative or equivalent examples and can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one, two or multiple part coupler mechanism or other changing connection.

Alternatively the moving body comprised of the buoyant compartment 94 or any alternatives or equivalents can remain constantly or permanently attached and connected to one or multiple of any such force application mechanisms comprised of a weight or float moved rotating component and rigid member or any alternatives or equivalents throughout of the entirety of the moving body's range of movement and there can no point of disconnection and reconnection or coupler mechanism or changing connection between any components or parts of the device.

The buoyant compartment 94 or any other moving body can connect to and disconnect from multiple force application mechanisms comprised of different mechanisms or components which can apply differing levels of force to the buoyant compartment over differing ranges of the buoyant compartment's movement either simultaneously, with the buoyant compartment effected by multiple force application mechanisms at the same time or in sequence, with the buoyant compartment effected by multiple force application mechanisms separately.

The example embodiment in FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

The force applying mechanism or component secured, held or locked in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force applying mechanism or component connected to the moving body.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and unlocking or releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force applying component or mechanism connected to the moving body.

The force applying component or mechanism storing force from the movement of the moving body and applying force to the moving body as the moving body moves.

With at least one holder or locking mechanism holding or locking the force applying component or mechanism in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy when the force applying component or mechanism is in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one mechanism or component applying force to the moving body.

The force applying mechanism or component moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the force applying mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is secured, held or locked in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one mechanism or component connected to and applying force to the moving body.

The force application component or mechanism secured or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level.

The moving body disengaging from and moving away from the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism disengaging from and moving away from it's position of force application to move with the moving body while the force application component or mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force applying mechanism or component connected to the moving body. With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and unlocking or releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level.

And at least one changing connection between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or between the force applying mechanism or component and another point or part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid with at least one force applying mechanism or component connected to the moving body.

And at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and unlocking or releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level.

With the at least one force applying mechanism or component attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount.

The at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body while the at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body is locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one counterbalance system that connects to and engages with and disconnects from and disengages from at least one moving body

The counterbalance system can be comprised of any force application mechanism or component that is locked or held at a level of or in a state of stored force or energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration of counterbalance system used with any type or configuration of changing connection and locking mechanism or spring holder and moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force applying component or mechanism connected to the moving body.

The force applying component or mechanism disengaging from the moving body or from another part of the device through at least one changing connection or moving with or in relation to the moving body on at least one moving mount when locked or held.

The force applying component or mechanism unlocked and released by the locking mechanism or holder and the stored force or potential energy applied to the moving body when the force applying component or mechanism re-engages with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with or in relation to the moving body.

With at least one force application mechanism or component holder holding the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the holder.

And the at least one force applying mechanism or component attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is held in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy by the holder.

And at least one changing connection between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or between the force applying mechanism or component and another point or part of the device, the force applying mechanism or component moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the force applying mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is held in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy by the holder.

With at least one locking mechanism locking the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level.

And the at least one force applying mechanism or component attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is locked in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy by the locking mechanism.

And at least one changing connection between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or between the force applying mechanism or component and another point or part of the device, the force applying mechanism or component moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the force applying mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is locked in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy by the locking mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

The float or float moved mechanism secured, held or locked in a more submerged position or in a static state, and released or unlocked from that position or state.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the float or float moved mechanism in a more submerged position or in a static state and unlocking or releasing the float or float moved mechanism from that position or state.

The float or float of the float moved mechanism submerged by and applied to the movement of the moving body as the moving body moves.

With at least one float holder or locking mechanism holding or locking the float or float moved mechanism in a submerged position or in a static state when the float or float moved mechanism is in a submerged position or state of potential energy.

The float or float moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the float or float moved mechanism while the float or float moved mechanism is secured, held or locked in a more submerged position or in a static state.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to and applying force to the moving body.

The float or float moved mechanism secured or restrained in a more submerged position or in a static state, and released or unlocked from that position or state.

The moving body disengaging from and moving away from the float or float moved mechanism or the float or float moved mechanism disengaging from and moving away from it's position of force application to move with the moving body while the float or float moved mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a more submerged position or in a static state.

And at least one changing connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body or between the float or float moved mechanism and another point or part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid with at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

And at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the float or float moved mechanism in a more submerged position or in a static state and unlocking or releasing the float or float moved mechanism from that position or state.

With the at least one float or float moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount.

The float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The float or float moved mechanism moving with or in relation to the moving body or the moving body moving away from the float or float moved mechanism while the float or float moved mechanism is locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The counterbalance system comprised of at least one submerged float that is locked or held in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration of counterbalance system and float or floating object used with any type or configuration of changing connection and locking mechanism or float holder and moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least two submerged floats that connect to and engage with and disconnect and disengage from at least one moving body

The moving body disconnecting and disengaging from one submerged float to connect and engage with the at least one other submerged float and vice versa.

Each submerged float effecting the moving body in opposite directions of the moving body's movement.

Each submerged float locked or held in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration and number of floats or floating objects used with any type or configuration and number of changing connections and locking mechanisms or float holders.

With at least one float holder or at least one locking mechanism holding or locking the float or float moved mechanism in a submerged position or in a static state when the float or float moved mechanism is in a submerged position or state of potential energy.

The float or float moved mechanism disengaging from the moving body or from another part of the device through at least one changing connection or moving with or in relation to the moving body on at least one moving mount when locked or held in a submerged position or in a static state by the float holder or locking mechanism.

The float or float moved mechanism unlocked and released by the locking mechanism or float holder and applied to the moving body when the float or float moved mechanism re-engages with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with or in relation to the moving body.

With at least one float holder holding the float or float moved mechanism in a more submerged position or in a static state when the float or float moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the float holder.

And the at least one float or float moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the float or float moved mechanism is held in a more submerged position or in a static state by the float holder.

And at least one changing connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body or between the float or float moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the float or float moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the float or float moved mechanism while the float or float moved mechanism is held in a more submerged position or in a static state by the float holder.

With at least one locking mechanism locking the float or float moved mechanism in a more submerged position or in a static state and releasing the float or float moved mechanism from that state or position.

And the at least one float or float moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the float or float moved mechanism is locked in a more submerged position or in a static state by the locking mechanism.

And at least one changing connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body or between the float or float moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the float or float moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the float or float moved mechanism while the float or float moved mechanism is locked in a more submerged position or in a static state by the locking mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism secured, held or locked in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy and unlocking or releasing the spring or spring moved mechanism from that state or level.

The spring or spring of the spring moved mechanism compressed, extended, tensioned or deformed by and applied to the movement of the moving body as the moving body moves.

With at least one spring holder or locking mechanism holding or locking the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy when the spring or spring of the spring moved mechanism is in a compressed, extended, tensioned or deformed state or at a level of potential energy.

The spring or spring moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is secured, held or locked in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to and applying force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is secured, held or locked in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism secured or restrained in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level.

The moving body disengaging from and moving away from the spring or spring moved mechanism or the spring or spring moved mechanism disengaging from and moving away from it's position of force application to move with the moving body while the spring or spring moved mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy.

And at least one changing connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body or between the spring or spring moved mechanism and another point or part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid with at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

And at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy and unlocking or releasing the spring or spring moved mechanism from that state or level.

With the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount.

The at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body while the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body is locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The counterbalance system comprised of at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is locked or held at a level of tension, compression, extension or deformation or in a state of energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration of counterbalance system and spring or spring moved mechanism used with any type or configuration of changing connection and locking mechanism or spring holder and moving body.

With at least one spring holder or at least one locking mechanism holding or locking the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy when the spring or spring of the spring moved mechanism is in a compressed, extended, tensioned or deformed state or at a level of potential energy.

The spring or spring moved mechanism disengaging from the moving body or from another part of the device through at least one changing connection or moving with or in relation to the moving body on at least one moving mount when locked or held in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by the spring holder or the locking mechanism.

The spring or spring moved mechanism unlocked and released by the locking mechanism or spring holder and applied to the moving body when the spring or spring moved mechanism re-engages with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with or in relation to the moving body.

With at least one spring holder holding the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy when the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the spring holder.

And the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the spring or spring moved mechanism is held in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by the spring holder.

And at least one changing connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body or between the spring or spring moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the spring or spring moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is held in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by the spring holder.

With at least one locking mechanism locking the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy and releasing the spring or spring moved mechanism from that state or level.

And the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by the locking mechanism.

And at least one changing connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body or between the spring or spring moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the spring or spring moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by the locking mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism applying force to the moving body.

The weight or weight moved mechanism secured, held or locked in a raised position or in a static state, and released or unlocked from that position or state.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state and unlocking or releasing the weight or weight moved mechanism from that position or state. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

The weight or weight of the weight moved mechanism raised by and applied to the movement of the moving body as the moving body moves.

With at least one weight holder or locking mechanism holding or locking the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state when the weight or weight of the weight moved mechanism is in a raised position or state of potential energy.

The weight or weight moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the weight or weight moved mechanism while the weight or weight moved mechanism is secured, held or locked in a raised position or in a static state.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to and applying force to the moving body.

The weight or weight moved mechanism secured or restrained in a raised position or in a static state, and released or unlocked from that position or state.

The moving body disengaging from and moving away from the weight or weight moved mechanism or the weight or weight moved mechanism disengaging from and moving away from it's position of force application to move with the moving body while the weight or weight moved mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a raised position or in a static state.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state and unlocking or releasing the weight or weight moved mechanism from that position or state. And at least one changing connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body or between the weight or weight moved mechanism and another point or part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid with at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the moving body.

And at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state and unlocking or releasing the weight or weight moved mechanism from that position or state.

With the at least one weight or weight moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount.

The weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

The weight or weight moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the weight or weight moved mechanism while the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked or held by a locking mechanism or holder.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one counterweight system that connects to and engages with and disconnects from and disengages from at least one moving body

The counterweight system comprised of at least one counterweight that is locked or held in a raised or elevated position or in a state of energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration of counterweight system and counterweight used with any type or configuration of changing connection and locking mechanism or weight holder and moving body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least two counterweights that connect to and engage with and disconnect and disengage from at least one moving body

The moving body disconnecting and disengaging from one counterweight to connect and engage with the at least one other counterweight and vice versa.

Each counterweight effecting the moving body in opposite directions of the moving body's movement.

Each counterweight locked or held in a raised or elevated position or in a state of energy potential while not connected to and engaged with the moving body.

The example can be comprised of any type or configuration and number of counterweights used with any type or configuration and number of changing connections and locking mechanisms or weight holders.

With at least one weight holder or at least one locking mechanism holding or locking the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state when the weight or weight of the weight moved mechanism is in a raised position or state of potential energy.

The weight or weight moved mechanism disengaging from the moving body or from another part of the device through at least one changing connection or moving with or in relation to the moving body on at least one moving mount when locked or held in a raised position or in a static state by the weight holder or locking mechanism.

The weight or weight moved mechanism unlocked and released by the locking mechanism or weight holder and applied to the moving body when the weight or weight moved mechanism reengages with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with or in relation to the moving body.

With at least one weight holder holding the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state when the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the weight holder.

And the at least one weight or weight moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the weight or weight moved mechanism is held in a raised position or in a static state by the weight holder.

And at least one changing connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body or between the weight or weight moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the weight or weight moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the weight or weight moved mechanism while the weight or weight moved mechanism is held in a raised position or in a static state by the weight holder.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body. With at least one locking mechanism locking the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state and releasing the weight or weight moved mechanism from that state or position.

And the at least one weight or weight moved mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount and moving with the moving body while the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked in a raised position or in a static state by the locking mechanism.

With at least one locking mechanism locking the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a static state and releasing the weight or weight moved mechanism from that state or position.

And at least one changing connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body or between the weight or weight moved mechanism and another point or part of the device, the weight or weight moved mechanism moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the weight or weight moved mechanism while the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked in a raised position or in a static state by the locking mechanism.

There can be any number and combination of such springs, weights, floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms applying force to one or multiple moving bodies in one or more directions of movement.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and two or more mechanisms or components applying force to the moving body.

The force applying mechanisms or components held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level during the course of the moving body's movement .

The force applying mechanisms or components moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from the force applying mechanisms or components while the force applying mechanisms or components are held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

The moving body engaging with and effected by one force applying mechanism or component while the at least one other force applying mechanism or component is held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and two or more mechanisms or components that apply force to the moving body.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking, holding or restraining the force applying mechanisms or components in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy and releasing or unlocking the force applying mechanisms or components from that state or level during the course of the moving body's movement . And at least one changing connection between the force applying mechanisms or components and another point or part of the device or at least one moving mount attached to or incorporated into the force applying mechanisms or components and the moving body moving with or away from the force applying mechanisms or components while the force applying mechanisms or components are held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

The moving body moving away from or moving with one force applying mechanism or component which is held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential while the at least one other force applying mechanism or component applies force to the moving body.

For example, a wave energy converter comprising at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid, the moving body can move by, for example but not limited to, being comprised of a component that floats on or within the fluid or by being comprised of a rigid, semirigid or flexible component submerged or semi submerged within the fluid or the moving body can for example be comprised of a pressure plate or membrane or a fluid or air moved turbine or can be comprised of other wave motion capture means that are moved by wave action within a fluid.

With at least one force application component or mechanism applying force to the movement of the moving body, such a component or mechanism being comprised of, for example but not limited to, a spring or spring moved mechanism, a weight or weight moved mechanism or a float or float moved mechanism or a combination of such.

Such a component or mechanism applying force to the moving body by, for example but not limited to, pushing or pulling against the moving body or applying a rotational force against the moving body or a combination of such.

The force application component or mechanism secured, held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy and unlocked or released from a state of, or from a level of, retained force or potential energy.

The force application component or mechanism can be held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy through, for example but not limited to, the force application component or mechanism moving to an obstructed or restrained position or location or through a mechanism, component or part moving to obstruct or prevent the movement of the force application component or mechanism or through an apparatus, component or part changing in output or configuration to hold or obstruct the force application mechanism or through a combination thereof.

The movement of the moving body the force application component or mechanism applies force to not being limited or prevented by the held, obstructed, locked or restrained state of the force application component or mechanism by, for example but not limited to, the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism moving with the moving body or a part of the moving body or the moving body or a part of the moving body moving away from the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism moving away from the moving body or a part of the moving body while the force application component or mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

The force application component or mechanism, for example but not limited to, not being attached to the moving body or not being attached to another part of the device or there being at least one point of disengagement and re-engagement or disconnection and reconnection between the force application component or mechanism and the moving body or within the moving body or within the force application component or mechanism or between the force application component or mechanism and another point or part of the device or by the force application component or mechanism changing or moving it's position or it's point of force application to move with, or to move in relation to, the moving body or through a combination of such.

The force application component or mechanism can disengage from and re-engage with the moving body or disengage from and re-engage with another part of the device through, for example but not limited to, detaching or disconnecting from or ceasing to be in contact with at least one point on the moving body or with at least one other point or one point on another part of the device and reattaching to or reconnection to or coming back into contact with the same point on the moving body or other point or point on another part of the device or can detach or disconnect from or cease to be in contact with at least one point on the moving body or on another part of the device and attach to or connect to or come into contact with a different point on the moving body or on another part of the device or elsewhere.

The force application mechanism can change or move it's position or point of force application by moving from a set position to a non-set or more freely moving position or by moving from one position to at least one other different position.

The force application component or mechanism can move from its position or point of force application to move with the moving body while the moving body moves in relation to the rest of the device.

The force application component or mechanism when unlocked or released from a state of, or from a level of, retained force or potential energy can apply the stored force or potential energy to the movement of the moving body.

The force application component or mechanism can re-engage with the moving body or another part of the device before or after being unlocked or released from a state of, or from a level of, retained force or potential energy.

The force application component or mechanism can stop moving with or in relation to the moving body or the rest of the device before or after being unlocked or released from a state of, or from a level of, retained force or potential energy.

Any such examples can comprise a wave energy converter or can comprise part of a wave energy converter or can be used in conjunction with other wave energy conversion means or can be attached to or form part of a larger more complex device or an array of such devices.

Any such examples can be situated in any fluid that experiences waves, for example but not limited to, a sea, ocean, lake or river.

There can be more than one force application component or mechanism that is held, locked or restrained in a state of stored force or potential energy and released from that state effecting a moving body, a moving body can be effected by multiples of such force application components or mechanisms simultaneously or the moving body can switch between multiples of such force application components or mechanisms. There can be one or multiple moving bodies.

The moving body can be effected by one such force application component while another is held, locked or secured in a state of stored force or potential energy. The moving body can through it's full range of possible movement be effected by more than one such force application mechanism or component and can switch between more than one such force application mechanism or component, the force application mechanisms or components not engaged with the moving body can be retained in state of stored force or potential energy until reengaged with the moving body.

If there are multiple of such force application components or mechanisms effecting a moving body the force application components or mechanisms can differ from one another, for example in terms of their size, strength, configuration, range of effect or the mechanism or component they are comprised of

To have, for example, a stronger force applied to the moving body in one direction, for example downwards, and a weaker force applied to the moving body in another, for example upwards, the force application components or mechanism that applies force to the moving body in a downwards direction can be larger or more powerful than the force application components or mechanism that applies force to the moving body in an upwards direction and the two differing force application components or mechanism can effect the moving body separately and over separate ranges of its full range of movement.

Such a force application component or mechanism can be held, obstructed, locked or restrained in a state of stored force or potential energy ready to be applied to a moving body when released or unlocked.

Such a force application component or mechanism can be positioned so as to compliment the position of other such force application components or mechanisms and the direction of travel of the a body.

Such a force application component or mechanism can be positioned so that the direction of force applied by the force application component or mechanism to a moving body is in close or in direct alignment with the direction of travel of the moving body throughout the interaction between the moving body and the force application component or mechanism.

The release of or unlocking of the stored force or potential energy of such locked or held force application components or mechanisms can be set to be at a point or time of the moving body's movement that is most optimal for increasing or amplifying the movement of the moving body while also being in close or in direct alignment with the direction of travel of the moving body.

For example, there can be two such force application components or mechanisms positioned to effect a moving body in two different directions of it's movement, said directions of movement can be opposite to one another.

The moving body transitioning between the force application components or mechanisms by disengaging from one and engaging with another, with the disengaged force application component or mechanism locked, held or secured in a state of stored force or potential energy and the engaged force application component or mechanism released or unlocked from that state and vice versa.

The moving body experiencing, at a set point in it's movement, a direct change in the direction of force applied to it, which can be in direct alignment with the direction of it's movement and which can be comprised of the full stored force or potential energy of the locked, held or secured force application component or mechanism. There can be one or multiple of such force application components or mechanisms effecting a moving body in one or multiple directions of the moving body's movement, such force application components or mechanisms can effect the moving body simultaneously or separately.

If multiple of such force application components or mechanisms effect a moving body in different directions of the moving body's movement but the range of effect of such force application components or mechanisms overlap with one another said force application components or mechanisms can avoid applying opposing force to the moving body through one such force application component or mechanism being held, locked or restrained in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy and moving with the moving body or the moving body moving away from it, or separate to it while the other is not locked or held and is engaged with and effecting the moving body.

Such force application components or mechanisms can be layered or placed in a series along the path of travel of the moving body.

There can be multiple layers or series of such force application components or mechanisms effecting a moving body in the same or different directions of travel or movement of the moving body, such layers or series of such force application components or mechanisms can effect the moving body simultaneously or separately.

The effect of one such layer or series of force application components or mechanisms effecting a moving body in one direction of the moving body's movement can overlap with, or can be separate to, the effect of another such layer or series of force application components or mechanisms effecting the moving body in another direction of the moving body's movement.

There can be one or multiple of such force application components or mechanisms effecting one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

Differing levels of force or differing durations of force application can be applied to a moving body in response to differing wave heights or conditions, these force levels can be tailored to chosen design parameters and wave height conditions with the ability to change from one level of force to another as a moving body experiences varying wave heights and disengages from one force application component or mechanism to engage with another locked force application component or mechanism.

For example but not limited to, smaller force application components or mechanisms can be located at the at rest position of a moving body for optimal response to smaller waves with larger force application components or mechanisms located further away from the at rest position of a moving body for optimal response to larger waves with said force application components or mechanisms locked and retained in a state of stored force until the moving body moves from it's at rest position into their range's of effect.

Force can be stored from the movement of a moving body and retained and released to the movement of the moving body for the most optimal conversion of wave energy, for example but not limited to, one or multiple of such force application components or mechanisms or multiple series or sets of such force application components or mechanisms can effect a moving body over the same range of the moving body's movement and in the same direction of the moving body's movement.

Such force application components or mechanisms can be locked or held and unlocked or released and engaged with and disengaged from a moving body to be actively adaptive to prevailing wave conditions by, for example, a control system and control software which can lock or hold and disengage and unlock or release and engage varying numbers of such force application components or mechanisms in varying combinations to take energy or store force from the movement of a moving body during large waves or large wave conditions and release said stored energy or force to the movement of a moving body during small waves or small wave conditions.

Applying varying force from multiple such force application components or mechanisms to the movement of a moving body in varying durations can even or level out wave energy conversion or power production of a device over a varying range of wave sizes and conditions.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one force applying mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

The force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the moving body connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the force applying mechanism or component disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the force applying mechanism or component or the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the device connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnecting from and reconnecting to the rest of the device or another part or component of the device.

When the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the moving body connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the force applying mechanism or component disconnects from another part of the force applying mechanism or component or the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the device connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnects from the rest of the device or another part or component of the device while the force applying mechanism or component is at a level of or in a state of energy potential at least one locking mechanism or at least one obstruction maintains the force applying mechanism or component at this level or in this state until reconnection between the disconnected parts or components occurs.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and a force applying mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

The force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the force applying mechanism or component is at a level of or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the force applying mechanism or component at this level or in this state until the force applying mechanism or component stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the device connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the device and the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the device connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the force applying mechanism or component is at a level of or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the force applying mechanism or component at this level or in this state until the force applying mechanism or component reconnects with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The level of or state of energy potential of the force applying mechanism or component can decrease or can increase while the locking mechanism or obstruction effects the force applying mechanism or component.

The force applying mechanism or component can be unaffected by a locking mechanism or obstruction when the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the device connected to the force applying mechanism or component disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the force applying mechanism or component is at a level of or in a state of energy potential.

The locked, held or restrained state of such a force applying mechanism or component can be maintained whenever the force application mechanism or component is not applying force to the moving body or can be maintained when the force applying mechanism or component disengages from the moving body or another part of the device or moves with or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device at a chosen point or in a chosen direction of the moving body's movement.

There can be multiple force applying mechanisms or components effected by multiple locking mechanisms or obstructions and there can be multiple moving bodies.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

The movement of the force applying mechanism or component is locked and unlocked. The moving body moves away from the force applying mechanism or component or the force applying mechanism or component moves with the moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is locked.

The connection between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body is an impermanent changing connection, the moving body disconnects from the force applying mechanism or component when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it, the moving body reconnects to the force applying mechanism or component when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it

When the moving body disconnects from the force applying mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of potential energy or stored force the force applying mechanism or component is locked in that state by a locking mechanism or held in that state by a holder, the force applying mechanism or component being unlocked or released and applying the potential energy or stored force to the moving body when the moving body reconnects to the force applying mechanism or component.

The moving body can disconnect from the force applying mechanism or component at any point of its movement, the moving body can disconnect from the force applying mechanism or component while still within range of the force applying mechanism or component.

The force applying mechanism or component can be locked or held at any state or level of potential energy or stored force, the force applying mechanism or component can be locked or held while still connected to the moving body.

The impermanent changing connection can be located anywhere between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or anywhere between the force applying mechanism or component and another part of the device or within the force applying mechanism or component itself, the force applying mechanism or component can disconnect from another part of the device, one part of the force applying mechanism or component can disconnect from another.

There can be multiple impermanent changing connections and multiple force applying mechanisms or components which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The force applying mechanism or component moves on at least one moving mount from a position of applying force to the moving body to move with the moving body when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it, the force applying mechanism or component stops moving with the moving body on the moving mount when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it.

When the force applying mechanism or component moves on the moving mount with the moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of potential energy or stored force the force applying mechanism or component is locked in that state by a locking mechanism or held in that state by a holder, the force applying mechanism or component being unlocked or released and applying the stored force or potential energy to the moving body when the force applying mechanism or component stops moving on the moving mount with the moving body.

The force applying mechanism or component can move on the moving mount to move with the moving body at any point of the moving body's movement, the force applying mechanism or component can move on the moving mount to move with the moving body while the moving body is still within the range of its movement over which the force applying mechanism or component applies force to it.

The force applying mechanism or component can be locked or held at any state or level of potential energy or stored force, the force applying mechanism or component can be locked or held while not moving on the moving mount.

The force applying mechanism or component can be attached or connected to a moving mount, the force applying mechanism or component can be mounted on a moving mount or the moving mount can be a part or constituent element of the force applying mechanism or component. The moving mount can be comprised of the moving body, the moving mount can be separate to the moving body.

There can be multiple moving mounts and multiple force applying mechanisms or components which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the float or float moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the float or float moved mechanism or the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the rest of the device or another part or component of the device.

When the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the float or float moved mechanism disconnects from another part of the float or float moved mechanism or the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnects from the rest of the device or another part or component of the device while the float or float moved mechanism is at a lowered position or in a state of energy potential at least one locking mechanism or at least one obstruction maintains the float or float moved mechanism at this position or in this state until reconnection between the disconnected parts or components occurs.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and a float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the float or float moved mechanism is at a lowered position or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the float or float moved mechanism at this position or in this state until the float or float moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the device and the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the float or float moved mechanism is at a lowered position or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the float or float moved mechanism at this position or in this state until the float or float moved mechanism reconnects with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The position of or state of energy potential of the float or float moved mechanism can decrease or can increase or change while the locking mechanism or obstruction effects the float or float moved mechanism.

The float or float moved mechanism can be unaffected by a locking mechanism or obstruction when the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the float or float moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the float or float moved mechanism is at a lowered position or in a state of energy potential.

The locked, held or restrained position or state of such a float or float moved mechanism can be maintained whenever the float or float moved mechanism is not applying force to the moving body or can be maintained when the float or float moved mechanism disengages from the moving body or another part of the device or moves with or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device at a chosen point or in a chosen direction of the moving body's movement.

There can be multiple floats or float moved mechanisms effected by multiple locking mechanisms or obstructions and there can be multiple moving bodies.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body. The movement of the float or float moved mechanism is locked and unlocked.

The moving body moves away from the float or float moved mechanism or the float or float moved mechanism moves with the moving body while the float or float moved mechanism is locked.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

The connection between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body is an impermanent changing connection, the moving body disconnects from the float or float moved mechanism when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the float or float moved mechanism applies force to it, the moving body reconnects to the float or float moved mechanism when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the float or float moved mechanism applies force to it

When the moving body disconnects from the float or float moved mechanism while the float or float moved mechanism is in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential the float or float moved mechanism is locked in that position or state by a locking mechanism or held in that position or state by a float holder, the float or float moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released from the float holder and applied to the moving body when the moving body reconnects to the float or float moved mechanism.

The moving body can disconnect from the float or float moved mechanism at any point of its movement, the moving body can disconnect from the float or float moved mechanism while still within range of the float or float moved mechanism.

The float or float moved mechanism can be locked or held at any point or position of it's movement in any state of energy potential, the float or float moved mechanism can be locked or held while still connected to the moving body.

The impermanent changing connection can be located anywhere between the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body or anywhere between the float or float moved mechanism and another part of the device or within the float or float moved mechanism itself, the float or float moved mechanism can disconnect from another part of the device, one part of the float or float moved mechanism can disconnect from another.

There can be multiple impermanent changing connections and multiple floats or float moved mechanisms which can apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The float or float moved mechanism moves on at least one moving mount from a position of applying force to the moving body to move with or in relation to the moving body when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the float or float moved mechanism applies force to it, the float or float moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body on the moving mount when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the float or float moved mechanism applies force to it. When the float or float moved mechanism moves on the moving mount with the moving body while the float or float moved mechanism is in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential the float or float moved mechanism is locked in that position or state by a locking mechanism or held in that position or state by a float holder, the float or float moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released form the float holder and applied to the moving body when the float or float moved mechanism stops moving on the moving mount with or in relation to the moving body.

The float or float moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with or in relation to the moving body at any point of the moving body's movement, the float or float moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with or in relation to the moving body while the moving body is still within the range of its movement over which the float or float moved mechanism applies force to it.

The float or float moved mechanism can be locked or held at any point or position of it's movement in any state of energy potential, the float or float moved mechanism can be locked or held while not moving on the moving mount.

The float or float moved mechanism can be attached or connected to a moving mount, the float or float moved mechanism can be mounted on a moving mount or the moving mount can be a part or constituent element of the float or float moved mechanism. The moving mount can be comprised of the moving body, the moving mount can be separate to the moving body.

There can be multiple moving mounts and multiple floats or float moved mechanisms which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the rest of the device or another part or component of the device.

When the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnects from another part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnects from the rest of the device or another part or component of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is at a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy at least one locking mechanism or at least one obstruction maintains the spring or spring moved mechanism at this level or in this state until reconnection between the disconnected parts or components occurs.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and a spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is at a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the spring or spring moved mechanism at this level or in this state until the spring or spring moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the device and the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is at a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the spring or spring moved mechanism at this level or in this state until the spring or spring moved mechanism reconnects with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or state of energy potential of the spring or spring moved mechanism can decrease or can increase while the locking mechanism or obstruction effects the spring or spring moved mechanism.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can be unaffected by a locking mechanism or obstruction when the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is at a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy.

The locked, held or restrained state of such a spring or spring moved mechanism can be maintained whenever the spring or spring moved mechanism is not applying force to the moving body or can be maintained when the spring or spring moved mechanism disengages from the moving body or another part of the device or moves with or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device at a chosen point or in a chosen direction of the moving body's movement.

There can be multiple springs or spring moved mechanisms effected by multiple locking mechanisms or obstructions and there can be multiple moving bodies.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked and unlocked.

The moving body moves away from the spring or spring moved mechanism or the spring or spring moved mechanism moves with the moving body while the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

The connection between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body is an impermanent changing connection, the moving body disconnects from the spring or spring moved mechanism when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to it, the moving body reconnects to the spring or spring moved mechanism when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to it

When the moving body disconnects from the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked in that state by a locking mechanism or held in that state by a spring holder, the spring or spring moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released from the spring holder and applying the potential energy or stored force to the moving body when the moving body reconnects to the spring or spring moved mechanism.

The moving body can disconnect from the spring or spring moved mechanism at any point of its movement, the moving body can disconnect from the spring or spring moved mechanism while still within range of the spring or spring moved mechanism.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked or held at any state or level of potential energy or stored force, the spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked or held while still connected to the moving body.

The impermanent changing connection can be located anywhere between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body or anywhere between the spring or spring moved mechanism and another part of the device or within the spring or spring moved mechanism itself, the spring or spring moved mechanism can disconnect from another part of the device, one part of the spring or spring moved mechanism can disconnect from another.

There can be multiple impermanent changing connections and multiple springs or spring moved mechanisms which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement. In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism moves on at least one moving mount from a position of applying force to the moving body to move with the moving body when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to it, the spring or spring moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body on the moving mount when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to it.

When the spring or spring moved mechanism moves on the moving mount with the moving body while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked in that state by a locking mechanism or held in that state by a spring holder, the spring or spring moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released from the spring holder and applying the stored force or potential energy to the moving body when the spring or spring moved mechanism stops moving on the moving mount with the moving body.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with the moving body at any point of the moving body's movement, the spring or spring moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with the moving body while the moving body is still within the range of its movement over which the spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to it.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked or held at any state or level of potential energy or stored force, the spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked or held while not moving on the moving mount.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can be attached or connected to a moving mount, the spring or spring moved mechanism can be mounted on a moving mount or the moving mount can be a part or constituent element of the spring or spring moved mechanism. The moving mount can be comprised of the moving body, the moving mount can be separate to the moving body.

There can be multiple moving mounts and multiple springs or spring moved mechanisms which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the rest of the device or another part or component of the device.

When the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the moving body connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnects from another part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnects from the rest of the device or another part or component of the device while the weight or weight moved mechanism is at a raised position or in a state of energy potential at least one locking mechanism or at least one obstruction maintains the weight or weight moved mechanism at this position or in this state until reconnection between the disconnected parts or components occurs.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and a weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body

The weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the weight or weight moved mechanism is at a raised position or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the weight or weight moved mechanism at this position or in this state until the weight or weight moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and a weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnecting from and reconnecting to the moving body or a part of the moving body or disconnecting from and reconnecting to another part of the device and the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moving from a position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device to move with the moving body or to move in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

When the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the weight or weight moved mechanism is at a raised position or in a state of energy potential a locking mechanism or obstruction maintains the weight or weight moved mechanism at this position or in this state until the weight or weight moved mechanism reconnects with the moving body or another part of the device or stops moving with the moving body or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device.

The position of or state of energy potential of the weight or weight moved mechanism can decrease or can increase while the locking mechanism or obstruction effects the weight or weight moved mechanism.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can be unaffected by a locking mechanism or obstruction when the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the device connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism disconnects from the moving body or a part of the moving body or another part of the device or moves with the moving body or moves in relation to the moving body or another part of the device while the weight or weight moved mechanism is at a raised position or in a state of energy potential.

The locked, held or restrained position or state of such a weight or weight moved mechanism can be maintained whenever the weight or weight moved mechanism is not applying force to the moving body or can be maintained when the weight or weight moved mechanism disengages from the moving body or another part of the device or moves with or in relation to the moving body or another part of the device at a chosen point or in a chosen direction of the moving body's movement.

There can be multiple weights or weight moved mechanisms effected by multiple locking mechanisms or obstructions and there can be multiple moving bodies.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The movement of the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked and unlocked.

The moving body moves away from the weight or weight moved mechanism or the weight or weight moved mechanism moves with the moving body while the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked.

In one example a wave energy converter comprises at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the moving body.

The connection between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body is an impermanent changing connection, the moving body disconnects from the weight or weight moved mechanism when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to it, the moving body reconnects to the weight or weight moved mechanism when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to it

When the moving body disconnects from the weight or weight moved mechanism while the weight or weight moved mechanism is in a raised position or in a state of energy potential the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked in that position or state by a locking mechanism or held in that position or state by a weight holder, the weight or weight moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released from the weight holder and applying the weight of the weight or potential energy of the weight to the moving body when the moving body reconnects to the weight or weight moved mechanism.

The moving body can disconnect from the weight or weight moved mechanism at any point of its movement, the moving body can disconnect from the weight or weight moved mechanism while still within range of the weight or weight moved mechanism.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked or held at any point or position of it's movement in any state of energy potential, the weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked or held while still connected to the moving body.

The impermanent changing connection can be located anywhere between the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body or anywhere between the weight or weight moved mechanism and another part of the device or within the weight or weight moved mechanism itself, the weight or weight moved mechanism can disconnect from another part of the device, one part of the weight or weight moved mechanism can disconnect from another.

There can be multiple impermanent changing connections and multiple weights or weight moved mechanisms which can apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The weight or weight moved mechanism moves on at least one moving mount from a position of applying force to the moving body to move with or in relation to the moving body when the moving body exceeds the range of its movement over which the weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to it, the weight or weight moved mechanism stops moving with the moving body on the moving mount when the moving body moves back into the range of its movement over which the weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to it.

When the weight or weight moved mechanism moves on the moving mount with the moving body while the weight or weight moved mechanism is in a raised position or in a state of energy potential the weight or weight moved mechanism is locked in that position or state by a locking mechanism or held in that position or state by a weight holder, the weight or weight moved mechanism being unlocked by the locking mechanism or released from the weight holder and applying the weight of the weight or potential energy of the weight to the moving body when the weight or weight moved mechanism stops moving on the moving mount with the moving body.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with or in relation to the moving body at any point of the moving body's movement, the weight or weight moved mechanism can move on the moving mount to move with or in relation to the moving body while the moving body is still within the range of its movement over which the weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to it.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked or held at any point or position of it's movement in any state of energy potential, the weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked or held while not moving on the moving mount.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can be attached or connected to a moving mount, the weight or weight moved mechanism can be mounted on a moving mount or the moving mount can be a part or constituent element of the weight or weight moved mechanism. The moving mount can be comprised of the moving body, the moving mount can be separate to the moving body.

There can be multiple moving mounts and multiple weights or weight moved mechanisms which apply force to one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

Any such examples can be situated or used in any fluid that experiences waves, for example but not limited to, a sea, ocean, lake or river and can comprise a wave energy converter or can comprise part of a wave energy converter or can be used in conjunction with other wave energy conversion means or can be attached to or form part of a larger more complex device or an or assembly or array of devices. A force applying mechanism or component can be a mechanism or component that, for example, is moved by the moving body or which takes energy or force from the movement of a moving body and applies it back to the movement of a moving body.

A force applying mechanism or component can, for example, apply force to a moving body in a rotating, pushing or pulling manner or in a combination of such.

The force application mechanism can be a single component or mechanism or a collection or assembly of components or mechanisms.

A force applying mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of or be moved by a spring or springs, a weight or weights or weighted elements or a float or floats or floatation means.

One or more force application mechanisms can, for example, be implemented to indirectly come into contact with a moving body or multiple moving body's through one or multiple intermediary mechanisms or components, such as but not limited to through pushing or pulling against a rigid member, flexible member or flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or any number or combination of such or through, for example, interaction with a gear or gears, drive train, drive belt, pulley and cable system or any other such mechanism or mechanisms that transfer force from one point to another.

One or more force application mechanisms can, for example, be implemented to switch between directly coming into contact with a moving body or multiple moving body's and indirectly coming into contact with a moving body or multiple moving body's via one or multiple intermediary mechanisms or components.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or interact with or be attached or connected to a rotating piston, bar, arm or rigid member or collection of rigid members. A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of or interact with or be attached or connected to a flexible member or collection of flexible members. A force application mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring. A force application mechanism or component can, for example, be comprised of any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas springs.

A force application mechanism or component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of elastic, compressible, deformable or stretchable object, material, component or composition or any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination.

Any such spring or springs or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body

Any such spring or springs can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The weight of such weight or weights can be applied to a moving body and provide either a resistance or an amplification or both to the movement of the moving body, the weight of such weight or weights can be removed from the moving body.

Such a weight or weights can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of heavy or relatively heavy object or collection or assembly of objects and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a solid or hollow metal, ceramic, polymer, stone or concrete component or assembly of components and any equivalents or alternatives of such in any shape, complexity, number or combination or of a housing, chamber or case containing a dense or heavy material or materials such as sand, hardcore, gravel, ball bearings or scrap or any equivalents or alternatives and can be comprised of any number or combination of such or can be comprised of a combination or composite of dense and structurally sound materials or can be comprised of any other heavy or relativity heavy or weighted object, component, material or assembly of components and materials in any number or combination.

Any such weight or weights or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight or weights can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A force application mechanism or component can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of float or floatation means or floating element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the moving body.

Any such float or floatation means or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any float or floatation means can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A weight moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

A weight moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A weight moved or powered mechanism can be comprised of, for example, at least one rigid member that is pushed and moved against at least one moving body by the weight and movement of at least one weight or weighted element, the rigid member connected to or mounted on or housed within at least one pivotable or rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member pivoting or rotating on said component or assembly and changing in the angle at which, and so the direction in which, it applies force to the moving body as it is pushed and moved against the moving body by the weight and movement of the weight or weighted element.

The direction in which the rigid member applies force to the moving body can, for example, change as the moving body moves in relation to the rigid member.

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between a weight moved or powered mechanism that pushes a rigid member against or linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards a moving body and the moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which effect any number of moving body's. Any such weight moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A weight moved or powered mechanism that pulls a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body can be comprised of, for example, any mechanism or apparatus that translates or transfers the weight of a weight or weights or weighted element to a moving body via any form or type of rigid or flexible member or combination of such

There can be any number or type of intermediary components or mechanisms between a weight moved or powered mechanism that pulls a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body and the moving body or any other part or component of the device and there can be any number of such mechanisms which effect any number of moving body's.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body. Any weight moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

The weight of the weight, weights or weighted element can through a system of pulleys and lines pull the rigid member in a direction or directions. The rigid member can be pulled linearly or substantially linearly or angularly in a direction or directions. The rigid member can pivot or rotate on a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly while it is pulled linearly or substantially linearly or angularly in a direction or directions by a pulley and line system moved by at least one weight or weighted element. Such a mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one pulley located at or near one end of at least one rigid member to the side of the length of the rigid member with at least one line running from the pulley and attaching to the rigid member at or near the other or opposite end of the rigid member to where the pulley is located.

Such a system can, for example but not limited to, be compromised of any type, form or configuration of line and pulleys or pulleys and cable, block and tackle, belts, ropes, wire or chains or other flexible members and sheave or pulley wheel or gears, turners, axle, shaft or spinners or other rotating components or a chain drive or drives, belt drive or drives, cable drive or drives or linkages or a linkage assembly or gear train or any other alternatives or equivalents and there can be any combination or configuration of such or other suitable apparatus or mechanisms. A direction altering component, for example but not limited to, a rounded protrusion, smooth cylinder or shaped runner or stationary non-rotating pulley or wheel or other rounded or curving object or component can be used in place of or in addition to or in combination with any rotating component such as pulley or wheel for at least one flexible member such as a line, cable, belt, rope, wire or chain which is attached between at least one rigid member and at least one weight or weighted element to loop, curve or bend around and change the direction in which it is pulled or moved by either said rigid member or said weight or weighted element.

Any such weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Any such weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight moved or powered pulley and line system or any equivalents or alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Such a system can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one rigid member or other component which is pulled or moved away from at least one moving body by the weight of at least one weight or weighted element via a pulley and line system or equivalents or can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, the at least one line or other flexible member or equivalent of a pulley and line system connected to at least one moving body with no intermediary members or components and the weight of the at least one weight or weighted element pulling against the movement of the moving body via any such pulley and line system through a range of angles and directions as the moving body moves in relation to it.

A weight moved or weight powered mechanism that linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards and against a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be compromised of at least one rotating component connected to at least one rigid member, the rotating component connected to and rotated by the weight and movement of at least one weight or weighted element, the rotation of the rotating component moving the rigid member in a linear or angular manner towards and against at least one moving body.

Such a rotating component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating gear which can include any type or configuration of sprocket, chain wheel, cog, cage gear, bevel gear, helical gear, crown gear, skew gear, spiral gear, worm gear or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. . Such a rotating component can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating wheel, bearing, pinion, axle, roller, shaft, friction wheel or friction roller or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. .

Any such rotating component can be rotated by a mechanism or assembly comprised of, for example but not limited to, at least one weight or weighted element which is attached or connected to at least one flexible member such as a cable, line, belt, chain or wire.

Any such linear and circular gears can be comprised of, for example, any type, form or configuration of linear or circular gear arrangement with any type or configuration of mechanical or magnetic circular and linear gears in any shape, size, number or combination which can include, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rack and pinion, chain drive, sprocket and track, cog and chain or any type of lead screw, translation screw, roller screw or ball screw mechanism which can be in any ratio, number or combination and which can or can not employ mechanical advantage.

The at least one second rigid or semi rigid member can be comprised of or have attached or connected to it, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of inflexible or compliant, soft, high friction, textured, panelled, rough, uneven, raised, gridded, knobbled, embossed, anti-slip, non-skid or grip materiel, surface, coating or covering or any alternatives or equivalents attached to it or incorporated within it.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanism comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight moved or powered mechanism comprised of at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Alternatively any such example rotating component of any form or type which is described or mentioned above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such which are moved and rotated by at least one weight or weighted element and linearly or angularly move at least one rigid member towards or against at least one moving body can, for example, also rotate to move at least one rigid member or at least one flexible member away from at least one moving body and so apply a pulling force to the moving body through a range of angles and directions as the moving member moves in relation to it Alternatively any such example rotating component of any type, form or configuration which is described or mentioned above and any equivalents or alternatives or combinations of such can, for example, be rotated by the weight of a weight, weights or weighted element directly against a moving body or against a component attached to a moving body in one or more directions of the moving body's movement.

Any such weight moved mechanism with at least one rotating component or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight moved mechanism with at least one rotating component can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A weight moved or weight powered mechanism that linearly or angularly moves a rigid member towards or against a moving body through a range of angles can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled that is connected between at least one weight or weighted element and at least one rigid member.

Such a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can be comprised of any material or component or combination of materials or components that alone or together comprise a flexible member that resists compression and transfers the weight of the weight or weights or weighted element to a rigid member.

The weight or weights or weighted element moving the upper end of the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled downwards which moves the other end of said flexible member against the end of the rigid member which moves the rigid member linearly towards and against the moving body. The flexible member that can be pushed or pulled curving or bending through a range of angles while pushed against the rigid member by the weight or weights or weighted element and moving the rigid member linearly or angularly against the moving body as the rigid member rotates or pivots on the pivotable or rotatable component or assembly it is connected to, mounted on or housed within.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or any equivalents or alternatives can connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of the device through any type, form or configuration of inconstant connection, changing connection, connector, coupling or coupler mechanism.

Any such a example flexible member that can be pushed and pulled can linearly or anguarly move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a fixed, set or non-rotatable component or assembly, the rigid member remaining at a set angle and not rotating as it is moved against a moving body.

Any such weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or which pulls at least one flexible member or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any weight moved or powered mechanisms comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed and pulled or which pulls at least one flexible member can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

For example a float, floatation means or floating elements submerged beneath or on the surface of the fluid can be employed in any of the ways a weight or weights or weighted element can be employed and is described above to move a rigid member that is connected to or mounted on or housed within a pivotable or rotatable component or assembly linearly against a moving body or to move a non-rotating rigid member linearly against a moving body or to move a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled against a moving body or to move a rigid or flexible member away from a moving body or to rotate a rotating component against a moving body with the float, floatation means or floating elements located on or submerged beneath the surface of the fluid exerting a substantially upwards force on any of said mechanisms or equivalents or alternatives to move or power said mechanisms in place of a substantially downwards force exerted by a weight or weights or weighted element

Any such such float, floatation means or floating element moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any such float, floatation means or floating element moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such mechanical or gas spring moved or powered mechanism or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body.

Any mechanical or gas spring moved or powered mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such counterweight or counterbalance system or any part or component of such can be locked by any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism or held by any type, form or configuration of holder and connect to and disconnect from a moving body or any other part or component of a wave energy converter through any type, form or configuration of changing connection or can move on any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any number or combination of such can implemented which can be external or internal to at least one moving body. Any counterweight or counterbalance system can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, locking mechanism, holder, changing connection, moving mount or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Amoving body can be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that moves on or within a fluid, for example a sea, ocean, lake or river, as a result of wave action.

Amoving body can be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that is attached or connected to or is moved by any component, body, assembly, member or structure that moves on or within a fluid as a result of wave action.

A moving body can experience any direction or angle of movement as a result of waves within the fluid, a moving body can experience a number of directions or angles of movement as a result of waves within the fluid.

Such a floating body, component, assembly, member or structure can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of, attached or connected to or moved by a sealed container that is filled with or has within it a gas, liquid or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid, an open or closed floating hull, a floatation element comprised of a material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or any alternatives or equivalents or any other component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within the fluid they are situated on or within and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, configuration or combination.

A moving body can move rotationally in response to wave action, the moving body can, for example, be comprised of or connected to or moved by a turbine or turbines either submerged within the fluid and moved by the movement of the fluid or located above the fluid and moved by the movement of air or gas caused by passing waves within the fluid. A moving body can, for example, be comprised of or connected to or moved by a pressure responsive component, assembly, member or structure such as but not limited to a pressure plate or membrane situated above or below the surface of the fluid or an assembly with a gas filled cavity submerged within the fluid.

A moving body can be of any shape, configuration or complexity and there can be one, two or multiple moving bodies comprised of any configuration or combination of such examples.

A moving body can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds, restrains or secures a force application component or mechanism can be comprised of any mechanism, apparatus, device, component, assembly or member that moves, or a part of which moves, or changes state or a part of which changes state, to lock, latch, hold, block or obstruct a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism to prevent the force application component or mechanism from moving or to retain the force application component or mechanism in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy or to prevent the force application component or mechanism from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

A force application component or mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the force application component or mechanism is unable to release any stored energy or force until it is unlocked or is unable to release all stored energy or force until it is unlocked.

A force application component or mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the force application component or mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not locked or is prevented from moving at all.

A locking mechanism can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a force application component or mechanism as a whole or can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a component or part of the force application component or mechanism or a component or part connected to the force application component or mechanism.

A locking mechanism can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of locking assembly.

A locking mechanism can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of mechanical or electronic lock, latch, catch or fastener or locking, latching, catching or fastening mechanism.

A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to block or obstruct the movement of the force application component or mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the force application component or mechanism in one or multiple directions of movement. A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable lock, latch or catch or locking, latching or catching mechanism.

A a locking mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of latch, bolt, catch, lock, cam, fastener or fixing which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can move in a linear, angular, sliding, rotary or non-rotary way and which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination. A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of spring latch, latch bolt, dead latch, draw or slam latch, dead bolt, sliding bolt, cam lock or latch, hook latch, compression latch, toggle catch, sliding or nap latch, turn latch, swell catch, loop or tubular latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, spring bolt or twist lock, rotary bolt, friction lock or pad, locking bar or clamp latch or gripping latch or any equivalents or alternatives of such or any other type of latch, bolt, catch or lock in any number or combination.

A locking mechanism can, for example, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving physical obstruction, for example but not limited to, a moving plate, block, bar, hook, rod, panel, projection, claw or member which can be comprised of a single or of multiple components and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated that moves into the path of movement of a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism to block or prevent the force application component or mechanism from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and any equivalents and alternatives.

A locking mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to grip, clasp, contain or close around a force application component or mechanism or a component or part of a force application component or mechanism to prevent or provide resistance to the movement of the force application component or mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the force application component or mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of clamp or clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake, caliper or other braking system, closing or twisting latch or gripping fastener or any equivalents or alternatives which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, socket, sleeve, slot, collar, groove, cup, depression or other hollow, recessed or concave part or component or any equivalents or alternatives which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated and that moves into a position around the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism to restrain or prevent the force application component or mechanism from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple components that change in state or configuration to reduce or prevent the movement of the force application component or mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the force application component or mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of electro magnet, valve or other control or regulation device or any equivalents or alternatives and can be single or multipart and mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds or restrains a force application component or mechanism can move into engagement with the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism can move into engagement with the locking mechanism or a combination of such can occur.

There can be any number or type of locking mechanisms affecting any number of type of force application component or mechanism.

The force application component or mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when effected by the locking mechanism. The force application component or mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when not effected by the locking mechanism.

The locking mechanism can move with the force application component or mechanism when the force application component or mechanism is effected by the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism can move with the force application component or mechanism when the force application component or mechanism is not effected by the locking mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a force application component or mechanism and a locking mechanism.

A force application component or mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by a combination of locking mechanism and force application component or mechanism holder.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds, restrains or secures a float or float moved mechanism can be comprised of any mechanism, apparatus, device, component, assembly or member that moves, or a part of which moves, or changes state or a part of which changes state, to lock, latch, hold, block or obstruct a float or float moved mechanism or a part of a float or float moved mechanism to prevent the float or float moved mechanism from moving or to retain the float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential or to prevent the float or float moved mechanism from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

A float or float moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the float or float moved mechanism is unable to move or to release potential energy until it is unlocked or so it's movement is restricted until it is unlocked.

A float or float moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the float or float moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not locked or is prevented from moving at all.

A locking mechanism can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a float or float moved mechanism as a whole or can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a component or part of the float or float moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the float or float moved mechanism.

A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to block or obstruct the movement of a float or float moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of a float or float moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of movement. A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable lock, latch or catch or locking, latching or catching mechanism.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of latch, bolt, catch, lock, cam, fastener or fixing which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can move in a linear, angular, sliding, rotary or non-rotary way and which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of spring latch, latch bolt, dead latch, draw or slam latch, dead bolt, sliding bolt, cam lock or latch, hook latch, compression latch, toggle catch, sliding or nap latch, turn latch, swell catch, loop or tubular latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, spring bolt or twist lock, rotary bolt, friction lock or pad, locking bar or clamp latch or gripping latch or any equivalents or alternatives of such or any other type of latch, bolt, catch or lock in any number or combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving physical obstruction, for example but not limited to, a moving plate, block, bar, hook, rod, panel, projection, claw or member which can be comprised of a single or of multiple components and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated that moves into the path of movement of a float or float moved mechanism or a part of a float or float moved mechanism to block or prevent the float or float moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and any equivalents and alternatives.

A locking mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to grip, clasp, contain or close around a float or float moved mechanism or a component or part of a float or float moved mechanism to prevent or provide resistance to the movement of the float or float moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the float or float moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of clamp or clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake, caliper or other braking system, closing or twisting latch or gripping fastener or any equivalents or alternatives which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, socket, sleeve, slot, collar, groove, cup, depression or other hollow, recessed or concave part or component or any equivalents or alternatives which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated and that moves into a position around the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism to restrain or prevent the float or float moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple components that change in state or configuration to reduce or prevent the movement of the float or float moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the float or float moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered or more submerged position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of electro magnet, valve or other control or regulation device or any equivalents or alternatives and can be single or multipart and mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds or restrains a float or float moved mechanism can move into engagement with the float or float moved mechanism or the float or float moved mechanism can move into engagement with the locking mechanism or a combination of such can occur.

There can be any number or type of locking mechanisms engaging with any number of type of float or float moved mechanism.

The float or float moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when effected by the locking mechanism. The float or float moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when not effected by the locking mechanism.

The locking mechanism can move with the float or float moved mechanism when the float or float moved mechanism is effected by the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism can move with the float or float moved mechanism when the float or float moved mechanism is not effected by the locking mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a float or float moved mechanism and a locking mechanism.

A float or float moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential by a combination of locking mechanism and float holder.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds, restrains or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism can be comprised of any mechanism, apparatus, device, component, assembly or member that moves, or a part of which moves, or changes state or a part of which changes state, to lock, latch, hold, block or obstruct a spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of a spring or spring moved mechanism to prevent the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving or to retain the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy or to prevent the spring or spring moved mechanism from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

A spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is unable to release any stored energy or force until it is unlocked or is unable to release all stored energy or force until it is unlocked. A spring or spring moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not locked or is prevented from moving at all.

A locking mechanism can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a spring or spring moved mechanism as a whole or can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism.

A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to block or obstruct the movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of movement. Such a locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable lock, latch or catch or locking, latching or catching mechanism.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of latch, bolt, catch, lock, cam, fastener or fixing which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can move in a linear, angular, sliding, rotary or non-rotary way and which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of spring latch, latch bolt, dead latch, draw or slam latch, dead bolt, sliding bolt, cam lock or latch, hook latch, compression latch, toggle catch, sliding or nap latch, turn latch, swell catch, loop or tubular latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, spring bolt or twist lock, rotary bolt, friction lock or pad, locking bar or clamp latch or gripping latch or any equivalents or alternatives of such or any other type of latch, bolt, catch or lock in any number or combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can, for example for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving physical obstruction, for example but not limited to, a moving plate, block, bar, hook, rod, panel, projection, claw or member which can be comprised of a single or of multiple components and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated that moves into the path of movement of a spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of a spring or spring moved mechanism to block or prevent the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and any equivalents and alternatives.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to grip, clasp, contain or close around a spring or spring moved mechanism or a component or part of a spring or spring moved mechanism to prevent or provide resistance to the movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of clamp or clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake, caliper or other braking system, closing or twisting latch or gripping fastener or any equivalents or alternatives which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, socket, sleeve, slot, collar, groove, cup, depression or other hollow, recessed or concave part or component or any equivalents or alternatives which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated and that moves into a position around the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism to restrain or prevent the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple components that change in state or configuration to reduce or prevent the movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of electro magnet, valve or valves or regulator or other control or regulation device or any equivalents or alternatives and can be single or multipart and mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds or restrains a spring or spring moved mechanism can move into engagement with the spring or spring moved mechanism or the spring or spring moved mechanism can move into engagement with the locking mechanism or a combination of such can occur.

There can be any number or type of locking mechanisms affecting any number of type of spring or spring moved mechanism.

The spring or spring moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when effected by the locking mechanism. The spring or spring moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when not effected by the locking mechanism.

The locking mechanism can move with the spring or spring moved mechanism when the spring or spring moved mechanism is effected by the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism can move with the spring or spring moved mechanism when the spring or spring moved mechanism is not effected by the locking mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a spring or spring moved mechanism and a locking mechanism.

A spring or spring moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by a combination of locking mechanism and spring holder.

A locking mechanism that locks, holds, restrains or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism can be comprised of any mechanism, apparatus, device, component, assembly or member that moves, or a part of which moves, or changes state or a part of which changes state, to lock, latch, hold, block or obstruct a weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of a weight or weight moved mechanism to prevent the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or to retain the weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential or to prevent the weight or weight moved mechanism from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

A weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is unable to move or to release potential energy until it is unlocked or so it's movement is restricted until it is unlocked.

A weight or weight moved mechanism can be locked by a locking mechanism so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not locked or is prevented from moving at all.

A locking mechanism can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a weight or weight moved mechanism as a whole or can lock, hold, constrain or restrain a component or part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism.

A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to block or obstruct the movement of a weight or weight moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of a weight or weight moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of movement. A locking mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable lock, latch or catch or locking, latching or catching mechanism.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of latch, bolt, catch, lock, cam, fastener or fixing which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can move in a linear, angular, sliding, rotary or non-rotary way and which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of spring latch, latch bolt, dead latch, draw or slam latch, dead bolt, sliding bolt, cam lock or latch, hook latch, compression latch, toggle catch, sliding or nap latch, turn latch, swell catch, loop or tubular latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, spring bolt or twist lock, rotary bolt, friction lock or pad, locking bar or clamp latch or gripping latch or any equivalents or alternatives of such or any other type of latch, bolt, catch or lock in any number or combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving physical obstruction, for example but not limited to, a moving plate, block, bar, hook, rod, panel, projection, claw or member which can be comprised of a single or of multiple components and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated that moves into the path of movement of a weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of a weight or weight moved mechanism to block or prevent the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and any equivalents and alternatives.

A locking mechanism can, for example, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple moving parts that move to grip, clasp, contain or close around a weight or weight moved mechanism or a component or part of a weight or weight moved mechanism to prevent or provide resistance to the movement of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the weight or weight moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of clamp or clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake, caliper or other braking system, closing or twisting latch or gripping fastener or any equivalents or alternatives which can be single stage or multi stage or singular or multipart and can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, socket, sleeve, slot, collar, groove, cup, depression or other hollow, recessed or concave part or component or any equivalents or alternatives which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated and that moves into a position around the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism to restrain or prevent the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a locking mechanism with one or multiple components that change in state or configuration to reduce or prevent the movement of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the weight or weight moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

A locking mechanism that locks or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of electro magnet, valve or other control or regulation device or any equivalents or alternatives and can be single or multipart and mechanically or electronically controlled or operated, such a locking mechanism can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination. A locking mechanism that locks, holds or restrains a weight or weight moved mechanism can move into engagement with the weight or weight moved mechanism or the weight or weight moved mechanism can move into engagement with the locking mechanism or a combination of such can occur.

There can be any number or type of locking mechanisms engaging with any number of type of weight or weight moved mechanism.

The weight or weight moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when effected by the locking mechanism. The weight or weight moved mechanism can move or operate separately to the movement and operation of the locking mechanism when not effected by the locking mechanism.

The locking mechanism can move with the weight or weight moved mechanism when the weight or weight moved mechanism is effected by the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism can move with the weight or weight moved mechanism when the weight or weight moved mechanism is not effected by the locking mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a weight or weight moved mechanism and a locking mechanism.

A weight or weight moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a raised position or in a state of energy potential by a combination of locking mechanism and weight holder.

Any such locking mechanism can be engaged and disengaged through, for example, movement of and mechanical interaction between components of the device or can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system or any combination of such.

An obstruction or an obstructed or restrained position or location that holds, maintains or secures a force application component or mechanism in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy can be comprised of any component, structure, part, assembly, member or physical obstruction or barrier a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to that blocks, obstructs or prevents the force applying mechanism or component from moving to release retained force or potential energy or that blocks, obstructs or prevents the force applying mechanism or component from moving to apply retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

An obstruction or obstructed or restrained position or location that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to can be comprised of a force application component or mechanism holder.

A force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of any element, structure, part, assembly, member or other physical obstruction or barrier a force application component or mechanism moves into or moves into contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to that obstructs or prevents the force applying mechanism or component from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy or that obstructs or prevents the force applying mechanism or component from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body. A force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination or configuration.

A force application component or mechanism holder can hold a force application component or mechanism so that the force application component or mechanism is unable to release any stored energy or force until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the force application component or mechanism holder or so that the force application component or mechanism is unable to release all stored energy or force until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the force application component or mechanism holder

A force application component or mechanism holder can hold a force application component or mechanism so that the force application component or mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not held by a force application component or mechanism holder or so that the force application component or mechanism is prevented from moving at all.

A force application component or mechanism holder can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a force application component or mechanism as a whole or can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a component or part of the force application component or mechanism or a component or part connected to the force application component or mechanism.

A force application component or mechanism or a component or part of a force application component or mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be moved into or moved into contact with or moved into a blocked position in relation to a force application component or mechanism holder and moved out of contact with or away from a force application component or mechanism holder by, for example, the movement of a moving body or by a separate mechanical or electronic mechanism or apparatus or by the movement of the force application component or mechanism itself or by a combination of such.

A force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of mechanical holder or holding device or apparatus.

A force application component or mechanism holder can, for example, hold a force application component or mechanism in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by directly obstructing or blocking the force application component or mechanism from moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy once the force application component or mechanism has moved into contact with it.

A force application component or mechanism holder can, for example, be comprised of one or multiple physical obstructions that the force application component or mechanism moves into contact with that block or obstruct the movement of the force application component or mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the force application component or mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement to prevent the force applying mechanism or component from releasing retained force or potential energy or from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any other part or component of the device that the force application component or mechanism moves or is moved into physical contact with that acts as a obstruction or block to the force application component or mechanism moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy until the force application component or mechanism moves out of contact with it, such a force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of one or multiple other parts or sections of the device that a force application component or mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the moving body or a part of the moving body or an other body, or the mount or housing of the force application component or mechanism or the framing or structural elements of the device or any other part or component of the device the force application component or mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can, for example, be comprised of a specifically purposed part or component that the force application component or mechanism moves into physical contact with, such as a protruding part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, flap, wall, hook, rib, rod, panel, body, claw, member, spoke or any other type of projection or protrusion or any equivalents or alternatives or a recessed or concave part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, nook, sleeve, tube jacket, slot, collar, chamber, dimple, groove, niche, channel, cup, depression, arch, socket or any other type of opening, frame or recess or any equivalents or alternatives or any type, form or configuration of movement restricting surface such as a high friction surface or textured or patterned surface or any equivalents or alternatives that the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism moves into physical contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and configuration.

A force application component or mechanism holder can, for example, hold a force application component or mechanism in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by maintaining the force application component or mechanism in a position where it is blocked or obstructed from moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy or by guiding the force application component or mechanism to move to a position where it cannot move to release or apply retained force or potential energy or a combination of such.

A force application component or mechanism holder can, for example, be comprised of a part or component of the device that prevents movement of a force application component or mechanism away from an obstructed position until the force application component or mechanism is moved by a separate component, such as the moving body.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a part, segment or section of the apparatus on which the force application component or mechanism moves, such as a bend, curve or twist or any type of recess or protrusion in the component the force application component or mechanism holder moves along if the force application component or mechanism moves in a linear or angular way or a blocking component that prevents the force application component or mechanism from rotating past a set point if the force application component or mechanism moves in a rotating way or any combination of such.

Such a force application component or mechanism holder can be comprised of any other part, section or component of the device or can be comprised of a specifically purposed part, section or component.

There can be any number of intermediary components, parts or mechanisms between a force application component or mechanism and a force application component or mechanism holder. A force application component or mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by a combination of force application component or mechanism holder and locking mechanism.

An obstruction or an obstructed or restrained position or location that holds, maintains or secures a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of any component, structure, part, assembly, member or physical obstruction or barrier a float or float moved mechanism or a part of a float or float moved mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to that blocks, obstructs or prevents the float or float moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy or that blocks, obstructs or prevents the float or float moved mechanism from moving to apply force or potential energy to a moving body.

An obstruction or obstructed or restrained position or location that a float or float moved mechanism or a part of a float or float moved mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to can be comprised of a float holder.

Afloat holder can be comprised of any element, structure, part, assembly, member or other physical obstruction or barrier a float or float moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to that obstructs or prevents the float or float moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy or that obstructs or prevents the float or float moved mechanism from applying force or potential energy to a moving body. A float holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination or configuration.

A float holder can hold a float or float moved mechanism so that the float or float moved mechanism is unable to move or release potential energy until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the float holder or so that the float or float moved mechanism is restricted in it's movement until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the float holder.

A float holder can hold a float or float moved mechanism so that the float or float moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not held by a float holder or so that the float or float moved mechanism is prevented from moving at all.

A float holder can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a float or float moved mechanism as a whole or can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a component or part of the float or float moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the float or float moved mechanism.

A float or float moved mechanism or a component or part of a float or float moved mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be moved into or moved into contact with or moved into a blocked position in relation to a float holder and moved out of contact with or away from a float holder by, for example, the movement of a moving body or by a separate mechanical or electronic mechanism or apparatus or by the movement of the float or float moved mechanism itself or by a combination of such.

Afloat holder can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of mechanical holder or holding device or apparatus.

A float holder can, for example but not limited to, hold a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential by directly obstructing or blocking the float or float moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy once the float or float moved mechanism has moved into contact with it.

A float holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of one or multiple physical obstructions that the float or float moved mechanism moves into contact with that block or obstruct the movement of the float or float moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the float or float moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement to prevent the float or float moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy.

Such a float holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any other part or component of the device that the float or float moved mechanism moves or is moved into physical contact with that acts as a obstruction or block to the float or float moved mechanism moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy until the float or float moved mechanism moves out of contact with it, such a float holder can be comprised of one or multiple other parts or sections of the device that a float or float moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a float holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the moving body or a part of the moving body or an other body, or the mount or housing of the float or float moved mechanism or the framing or structural elements of the device or any other part or component of the device the float or float moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a float holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a specifically purposed part or component that the float or float moved mechanism moves into physical contact with, such as a protruding part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, flap, wall, hook, rib, rod, panel, body, claw, member, spoke or any other type of projection or protrusion or any equivalents or alternatives or a recessed or concave part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, nook, sleeve, tube, jacket, slot, collar, chamber, dimple, groove, niche, channel, cup, depression, arch, socket or any other type of opening, frame or recess or any equivalents or alternatives or any type, form or configuration of movement restricting surface such as a high friction surface or textured or patterned surface or any equivalents or alternatives that the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moves into physical contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to. Such a float holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and configuration.

A float holder can, for example but not limited to, hold a float or float moved mechanism in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential by maintaining the float or float moved mechanism in a position where it is blocked or obstructed from moving or releasing potential energy or by guiding the float or float moved mechanism to move to a position where it cannot move or release potential energy.

A float holder can, for example, be comprised of a part or component of the device that prevents movement of a float or float moved mechanism away from an obstructed position until the float or float moved mechanism is moved by a separate component, such as the moving body.

Such a float holder can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a part, segment or section of the apparatus on which the float or float moved mechanism moves, such as a bend, curve or twist or any type of recess or protrusion in the component the float or float moved mechanism moves along if the float or float moved mechanism moves in a linear or angular way or a blocking component that prevents the float or float moved mechanism from rotating past a set point if the float or float moved mechanism moves in a rotating way or any combination of such.

Such a float holder can be comprised of any other part, section or component of the device or can be comprised of any specifically purposed part, section or component.

There can be any number or type of float holder engaging with any number of type of float or float moved mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a float or float moved mechanism and any such float holder.

A float or float moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a lowered position or in a state of energy potential by a combination of float holder and locking mechanism.

An obstruction or an obstructed or restrained position or location that holds, maintains or secures a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy can be comprised of any component, structure, part, assembly, member or physical obstruction or barrier a spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of a spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to that blocks, obstructs or prevents the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving to release retained force or potential energy or that blocks, obstructs or prevents the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving to apply retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

An obstruction or obstructed or restrained position or location that a spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of a spring or spring moved mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to can be comprised of a spring holder.

A spring holder can be comprised of any element, structure, part, assembly, member or other physical obstruction or barrier a spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to that obstructs or prevents the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving or from releasing retained force or potential energy or that obstructs or prevents the spring or spring moved mechanism from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body. A spring holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination or configuration.

A spring holder can hold a spring or spring moved mechanism so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is unable to release any stored energy or force until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the spring holder or so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is unable to release all stored energy or force until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the spring holder.

A spring holder can hold a spring or spring moved mechanism so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not held by a spring holder or so that the spring or spring moved mechanism is prevented from moving at all.

A spring holder can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a spring or spring moved mechanism as a whole or can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism.

A spring or spring moved mechanism or a component or part of a spring or spring moved mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be moved into or moved into contact with or moved into a blocked position in relation to a spring holder and moved out of contact with or away from a spring holder by, for example, the movement of a moving body or by a separate mechanical or electronic mechanism or apparatus or by the movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism itself or by a combination of such.

A spring holder can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of mechanical holder or holding device or apparatus.

A spring holder can, for example, hold a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by directly obstructing or blocking the spring or spring moved mechanism from moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy once the spring or spring moved mechanism has moved into contact with it.

A spring holder can, for example, be comprised of one or multiple physical obstructions that the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into contact with that block or obstruct the movement of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the spring or spring moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement to prevent the spring or spring moved mechanism from releasing retained force or potential energy or from applying retained force or potential energy to a moving body.

Such a spring holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any other part or component of the device that the spring or spring moved mechanism moves or is moved into physical contact with that acts as a obstruction or block to the spring or spring moved mechanism moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy until the spring or spring moved mechanism moves out of contact with it, such a spring holder can be comprised of one or multiple other parts or sections of the device that a spring or spring moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a spring holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the moving body or a part of the moving body or an other body, or the mount or housing of the spring or spring moved mechanism or the framing or structural elements of the device or any other part or component of the device the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a spring holder can, for example, be comprised of a specifically purposed part or component that the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into physical contact with, such as a protruding part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, flap, wall, hook, rib, rod, panel, body, claw, member, spoke or any other type of projection or protrusion or any equivalents or alternatives or a recessed or concave part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, nook, sleeve, tube jacket, slot, collar, chamber, dimple, groove, niche, channel, cup, depression, arch, socket or any other type of opening, frame or recess or any equivalents or alternatives or any type, form or configuration of movement restricting surface such as a high friction surface or textured or patterned surface or any equivalents or alternatives that the spring or spring moved mechanism or a part of the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into physical contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to. Such a spring holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and configuration.

A spring holder can, for example, hold a spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by maintaining the spring or spring moved mechanism in a position where it is blocked or obstructed from moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy or by guiding the spring or spring moved mechanism to move to a position where it cannot move to release or apply retained force or potential energy or a combination of such.

A spring holder can, for example, be comprised of a part or component of the device that prevents movement of a spring or spring moved mechanism away from an obstructed position until the spring or spring moved mechanism is moved by a separate component, such as the moving body.

Such a spring holder can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a part, segment or section of the apparatus on which the spring or spring moved mechanism moves, such as a bend, curve or twist or any type of recess or protrusion in the component the spring or spring moved mechanism moves along if the spring or spring moved mechanism moves in a linear or angular way or a blocking component that prevents the spring or spring moved mechanism from rotating past a set point if the spring or spring moved mechanism moves in a rotating way or any combination of such.

Such a spring holder can be comprised of any other part, section or component of the device or can be comprised of a specifically purposed part, section or component.

There can be any number or type of spring holder engaging with any number of type of spring or spring moved mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a spring or spring moved mechanism and any such spring holder.

A spring or spring moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a state of or at a level of tension, compression, extension, deformation or stored energy by a combination of spring holder and locking mechanism.

An obstruction or an obstructed or restrained position or location that holds, maintains or secures a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential can be comprised of any component, structure, part, assembly, member or physical obstruction or barrier a weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of a weight or weight moved mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to that blocks, obstructs or prevents the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy or that blocks, obstructs or prevents the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving to apply force or potential energy to a moving body.

An obstruction or obstructed or restrained position or location that a weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of a weight or weight moved mechanism moves into contact with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to can be comprised of a weight holder.

A weight holder can be comprised of any element, structure, part, assembly, member or other physical obstruction or barrier a weight or weight moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to that obstructs or prevents the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or from releasing potential energy or that obstructs or prevents the weight or weight moved mechanism from applying force or potential energy to a moving body. A weight holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination or configuration.

A weight holder can hold a weight or weight moved mechanism so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is unable to move or release potential energy until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the weight holder or so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is restricted in it's movement until it moves out of or moves out of contact with or away from the weight holder.

A weight holder can hold a weight or weight moved mechanism so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is prevented from moving as it would if it was not held by a weight holder or so that the weight or weight moved mechanism is prevented from moving at all.

A weight holder can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a weight or weight moved mechanism as a whole or can hold, maintain, constrain or restrain a component or part of the weight or weight moved mechanism or a component or part connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism.

A weight or weight moved mechanism or a component or part of a weight or weight moved mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be moved into or moved into contact with or moved into a blocked position in relation to a weight holder and moved out of contact with or away from a weight holder by, for example, the movement of a moving body or by a separate mechanical or electronic mechanism or apparatus or by the movement of the weight or weight moved mechanism itself or by a combination of such.

A weight holder can be comprised of any known type, form or configuration of mechanical holder or holding device or apparatus.

A weight holder can, for example but not limited to, hold a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential by directly obstructing or blocking the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy once the weight or weight moved mechanism has moved into contact with it.

A weight holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of one or multiple physical obstructions that the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into contact with that block or obstruct the movement of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the movement of a component or part of the weight or weight moved mechanism in one or multiple directions of it's movement to prevent the weight or weight moved mechanism from moving or releasing potential energy.

Such a weight holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any other part or component of the device that the weight or weight moved mechanism moves or is moved into physical contact with that acts as a obstruction or block to the weight or weight moved mechanism moving to release or apply retained force or potential energy until the weight or weight moved mechanism moves out of contact with it, such a weight holder can be comprised of one or multiple other parts or sections of the device that a weight or weight moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a weight holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the moving body or a part of the moving body or an other body, or the mount or housing of the weight or weight moved mechanism or the framing or structural elements of the device or any other part or component of the device the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into and out of contact with.

Such a weight holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a specifically purposed part or component that the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into physical contact with, such as a protruding part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, flap, wall, hook, rib, rod, panel, body, claw, member, spoke or any other type of projection or protrusion or any equivalents or alternatives or a recessed or concave part or component, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of case, nook, sleeve, tubejacket, slot, collar, chamber, dimple, groove, niche, channel, cup, depression, arch, socket or any other type of opening, frame or recess or any equivalents or alternatives or any type, form or configuration of movement restricting surface such as a high friction surface or textured or patterned surface or any equivalents or alternatives that the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into physical contact with or moves into a blocked position in relation to. Such a weight holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and configuration.

A weight holder can, for example but not limited to, hold a weight or weight moved mechanism in a raised position or in a state of energy potential by maintaining the weight or weight moved mechanism in a position where it is blocked or obstructed from moving or releasing potential energy or by guiding the weight or weight moved mechanism to move to a position where it cannot move or release potential energy.

A weight holder can, for example, be comprised of a part or component of the device that prevents movement of a weight or weight moved mechanism away from an obstructed position until the weight or weight moved mechanism is moved by a separate component, such as the moving body.

Such a weight holder can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a part, segment or section of the apparatus on which the weight or weight moved mechanism moves, such as a bend, curve or twist or any type of recess or protrusion in the component the weight or weight moved mechanism moves along if the weight or weight moved mechanism moves in a linear or angular way or a blocking component that prevents the weight or weight moved mechanism from rotating past a set point if the weight or weight moved mechanism moves in a rotating way or any combination of such.

Such a weight holder can be comprised of any other part, section or component of the device or can be comprised of any specifically purposed part, section or component.

There can be any number or type of weight holder engaging with any number of type of weight or weight moved mechanism.

There can be any number of intermediary or additional components, parts or mechanisms between a weight or weight moved mechanism and any such weight holder.

A weight or weight moved mechanism can be held, locked or maintained in a raised position or in a state of energy potential by a combination of weight holder and locking mechanism.

Any such holder can be engaged and disengaged through, for example, movement of and mechanical interaction between components of the device or can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system or any combination of such.

If a force application component or mechanism that applies force to a moving body is held, locked or secured in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by, for example, a locking mechanism or a force application component or mechanism holder while the force application component or mechanism is connected or attached to the moving body or is connected or attached to the moving body and at least one other point that does not move with the moving body or does not move the same as the moving body the locked, held or restrained state of the force application component or mechanism may limit or prevent the movement of the moving body as the extent of the force application component or mechanism's ability to move while locked or held may determine the extent of the moving body's ability to move.

One or more changing connections, for example between the force application component or mechanism and the moving body or between the force application component or mechanism and another point can enable the force application component or mechanism to remain held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy without the held, locked or restrained state of the force application component or mechanism limiting or preventing the movement of the moving body, as the moving body or one part of the moving body can move away from the force application component or mechanism or one part of the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism or one part of the force application component or mechanism can move with the moving body or one part of the moving body while the force application component or mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy.

One or more changing connections can, for example, be between the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism and the moving body or a part of the moving body or between the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism and at least one other point or at least one other part of the device or between one part of the force application component or mechanism and another part of the force application component or mechanism or between one part of the device and another part of the device or between one part of the moving body and another part of the moving body or in any other suitable location or placement and there can be any combination of such.

One or more such changing connections can enable, for example, the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with the moving body or a part of the moving body or to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with another point or another part of the device or for one part of the force application component or mechanism to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with another part of the force application component or mechanism or the moving body or a part of the moving body to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with another point or another part of the device or one part of the device to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with another part of the device or for one part of the moving body to detach or disconnect from or move out of contact with another part of the moving body or can enable a combination of such while the force application component or mechanism is held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy.

A changing connection can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of connection between two or more parts, segments or components of the device that changes or that does not remain static, constant or the same.

For example, but not limited to, a changing connection can be comprised of a connection that changes from connected to disconnected and back to connected or a changing connection can be comprised of a connection that changes in what it is connected to or what it is in contact with, a changing connection can be comprised of a connection between two or more parts or components that changes in the way the parts or components are connected, a changing connection can be comprised of a moving connection between at least two parts or components or a changing connection can be comprised of any form of variable, inconstant or impermanent connection between two or more parts or components.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a point of connection, disconnection and reconnection between two or more components or parts of the device or a connection between at least two parts or components where one part connects to, disconnects from and reconnects to another part. A changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection where one part or component disconnects from at least one other part or component and reconnects to the same part or component or a connection where one part or component disconnects from at least one other part or component and reconnects to a different part or component. A changing connection can be comprised of one or more points of detachment or disconnection and reattachment or reconnection between two or more parts or components.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of one, two or multipart coupler mechanism or system so described and any equivalents or alternatives of such or of any known type, form or configuration of coupling, coupler or connector which couples or connects two or more mechanical parts or components.

A changing connection can have, for example but not limited to, a de-coupler or disconnecter mechanism or component that moves to disconnect or decouple two or more parts of the changing connection and which can be mechanical or electronically controlled or operated.

A changing connection can decouple or disconnect by at least one part or component moving out of contact with or out of the path of movement of at least one other part or component.

A changing connection can decouple or disconnect by at least one part or component being moved out of contact with or out of the path of movement of at least one other part or component by a decoupler or disconnecter component or mechanism.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection between at least two parts in which one part moves into and out of contact with another part or can be comprised of, for example, a point of contact between at least two components that is a temporary point of contact.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection where one part or component moves away from and ceases to be in contact with at least one other part or component and moves back towards and back into contact with the same part or component or a connection where one part or component moves away from and ceases to be in contact with at least one other part or component and moves towards and into contact with a different part or component.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one component having no attachment to, but interacting with and moving into and out of contact with, one or more other components, for example but not limited to, a linear or circular gear moving into and out of contact with at least one other linear or circular gear or a rigid connector that rotates into and out of or moves linearly into and out of contact with at least one other component or an unfastened or inconstant connection between at least two parts or components such as but not limited to a panel, member, bar, body or housing moving into and out of contact with another panel, member, bar, body or housing.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example, a connection between two or more parts or components that moves as one part or component moves in relation to another such as a connection between at least two parts in which two or more parts stay in contact with one another while one of the parts moves along another part or a changing connection can be comprised of, for example, at least one component that is in constant contact with at least one other component but the part, section or surface of the second component the first component is in contact with changes.

A changing connection can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a component or assembly of components that move on or along a rail or other extended protrusion or that move within or along a groove or other extended recess or vice versa or can be comprised of a wheel, roller, bearing, tip, point, rounded or smoother end or cap or any equivalent or alternative or any other moving component or assembly that runs or moves along a surface or along another component or assembly or can for example be comprised of any form of circular gear or circular component that moves along any form of linear gear or linear component or vice versa.

A changing connection can be comprised of any combination of configuration of such connections.

Any such changing connection can be engaged and disengaged through, for example, movement of and mechanical interaction between components of the device or can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system.

Any type, form or configuration or combination of changing connection can be used in combination with any type, form or configuration or combination of moving mount.

If a force application component or mechanism which applies force to a moving body is held, locked or secured in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by, for example, a locking mechanism or force application component or mechanism holder while the force application component or mechanism is in a fixed or set position that does not move with the moving body or that does not move in relation to or the same as the moving body the locked, held or restrained state of the force application component or mechanism may restrain or limit the movement of the moving body it is connected to as the locked, held or restrained force application component or mechanism cannot move from it's set position and so the extent of the force applying mechanism or component's ability to move while locked, held or restrained may determine the extent of the moving body's ability to move.

The force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component being, for example, mounted on, attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount can enable the whole of, or a part of, the force application component or mechanism to move from one position to another position or to move from a set or fixed position to an unset or unfixed position and so allow the force applying mechanism or component to remain in a locked, restrained or held state without limiting the movement of the moving body it is connected to, as the force applying mechanism or component can move with, or in relation to, the moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy.

The force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism being mounted on, attached or connected to or incorporating or having integrated within it at least one moving mount can, for example, enable the the placement, position, location, point of rotation or point of force application of the force applying mechanism or component to change. Through, for example, the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force application component or mechanism moving on a moving mount and changing in it's position or point of force application by moving from a set position to a non-set or more freely moving position or by moving from one position to at least one other different position or moving on a moving mount and changing in it's position or point of force application by moving from a position the moving body moves in relation to move with the moving body while the moving body moves in relation to the rest of the device. A force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism can be in a set position while applying force to a moving body and once locked or held by a locking mechanism or force application component or mechanism holder in a state of energy retention or force potential can move from it's set position to move on a moving mount with the moving body or in relation to the moving body.

A force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism can move on a moving mount from a set position while not locked or held in a state of energy retention or force potential.

A force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism can move on a moving mount in relation to a moving body, with a moving body, away from a moving body or out of the path of movement of a moving body while the force applying mechanism or component is held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by a locking mechanism or force application component or mechanism holder or while the force applying mechanism or component is not held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy.

A moving mount can be comprised of any component or assembly of components that move a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism, or that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism moves on or along.

There can be any number of intermediary components between the force application component or mechanism or a part of the force applying mechanism or component and one or multiple moving mounts. A moving mount can be part of the structure of a force application component or mechanism.

A force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism can, for example, be mounted on, attached to or can incorporate within it a moving mount that is maintained at at least one position by, for example but not limited to, a catch, latch, socket or other form of holding or locking mechanism which can release the moving mount to move to another set position which can also be maintained by, for example but not limited to, a catch, latch, socket or other form of holding or locking mechanism or which can release the moving mount from a maintained position to move freely. Such a catch, latch, socket or other form of holding or locking mechanism can be attached to or can comprise part of the moving mount or another part of the device or a combination of such.

A force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism can, for example, be mounted on, attached to or can incorporate within it a moving mount that moves from one position to another or that moves from a set position to a non-set position but is not maintained at at least one position by a catch, latch, socket or other holding or locking mechanism.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a rotating bar, beam, arm, cam, member or other component which changes from a rotating to a non-rotating state, the moving mount moving while rotating and being in a set position while not rotating or in which the pivot point of where the rotating member or component rotates moves in it's position in relation to the moving body or another part of the device or in which there is more than one pivot point at which the member or component rotates, the rotating member or component changing in the point at which it rotates as the moving body moves.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving component, assembly or mechanism.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a component or assembly of components that move on or along a rail or other extended protrusion or that move within or along a groove or other extended recess or a rail or other extended protrusion or a groove or other extended recess that moves on, within or along a component or assembly of components.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one or multiple moving, extending or rotating arms, pistons, rods, bars or other members that are mechanically moved by another component or part of the device.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a collapsible or telescopic member or members or a collapsible or telescopic frame which changes from an extended or expanded configuration to a folded or collapsed configuration.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a circular gear or gears or other circular components that move along a linear gear or gears or other linear components or a linear gear or gears or other linear components that are moved by a circular gear or gears or other circular components or a component or collection of components moved by any type, form or configuration of gear train or other geared or rotating assembly.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of belt conveyor system and any alternatives and equivalents.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one or multiple, pneumatic hydraulic or motor powered moving, extending or rotating members, arms, pistons, cams or other form of linear moving or rotating actuator.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any form of hydraulic, pneumatic, motorised or mechanically operated conveyor system.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, the moving body or a part, section or component of the moving body.

A moving mount that a force application component or mechanism or a part of a force application component or mechanism is mounted on, attached or connected to or which has incorporated or integrated within it can be comprised of any combination of such.

Any such moving mount can be engaged and disengaged through, for example, movement of and mechanical interaction between components of the device or can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system.

Any type, form or configuration or combination of moving mount can be used in combination with any type, form or configuration or combination of changing connection .

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying mechanism or component in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy.

And at least one extending component between the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body.

A moving body can move away from a force application component or mechanism and out of the range of effect of the force application component or mechanism while the force application component or mechanism is held, locked or secured in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy or while the force application component or mechanism is not held, locked or restrained in a state of or at a level of retained force or potential energy by an extending component or assembly of components being connected and extending between, for example, the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component or a part of the moving body connected to the force applying mechanism or component and the moving body or a part of the moving body or between a part of the force applying mechanism or component and another part of the force applying mechanism or component.

Such an extending component or assembly of components can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a rod, bar, pole or other rigid member or members or a telescopic member or assembly or a flexible member or members or combination of such that is attached to two or more components and that extends out from or away from the force application component or mechanism or out from or away from the moving body or out from or away from another part of the device or a combination of such as the moving body moves out of the range of effect or out of the physical range of the force application component or mechanism and away from the force application component or mechanism or the force application component or mechanism moves away from the moving body or moves with the moving body.

Any such described moving body and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described spring, weight or float or spring, weight or float moved mechanism and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described locking mechanism and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described holder and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described changing connection and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described moving mount and any equivalents and alternatives can be implemented or used together in any combination and in any number.

An example wave energy converter can be comprised of any combination of, and any number of, any such described moving body's and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described locking mechanisms and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described holders and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described changing connections and any equivalents and alternatives and any such described moving mounts and any equivalents and alternatives.

In FIG. 5xa to FIG. 5xc are front views of one example embodiment, comprised in this example of a moving body 120 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described moving body. The moving body 120 moves on or within the fluid as a result of wave action.

A changing connection 125 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described changing connection. The changing connection 125 connects the force application component or mechanism 121 to the moving body 120 and disconnects the force application component or mechanism 121 from the moving body 120.

A locking mechanism 123 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described locking mechanism. The locking mechanism 123 locks, holds or secures the force application component or mechanism 121 in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and releases or unlocks the force application component or mechanism 121 from that state or level.

A force application component or mechanism 121 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described spring, weight or float or spring, weight or float moved mechanism. The force application component or mechanism 121 applies force to the moving body in one direction while not locked or held by the locking mechanism 123 and while connected to the moving body by the the changing connection 125.

A changing connection 126 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described changing connection. The changing connection 126 connects the force application component or mechanism 122 to the moving body 120 and disconnects the force application component or mechanism 122 from the moving body 120.

A locking mechanism 124 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described locking mechanism. The locking mechanism 124 locks, holds or secures the force application component or mechanism 122 in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and releases or unlocks the force application component or mechanism 121 from that state or level.

A force application component or mechanism 122 which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described spring, weight or float or spring, weight or float moved mechanism. The force application component or mechanism 122 applies force to the moving body in the opposite direction to the force application component or mechanism 121 while not locked or held by the locking mechanism 124 and while connected to the moving body by the the changing connection 1 6.

In this example embodiment as the moving body 120 is moved by waves within the fluid the moving body 120 connects to and disconnects from the force application component or mechanism 121 through the changing connection 125 and connects to and disconnects from the force application component or mechanism 122 through the changing connection 126

When the force application component or mechanism 121 connects to the moving body 120 the locking mechanism 123 unlocks and releases the force application component or mechanism 121, when the force application component or mechanism 121 disconnects from the moving body 120 the locking mechanism 123 locks and secures the force application component or mechanism 121.

When the force application component or mechanism 122 connects to the moving body 120 the locking mechanism 124 unlocks and releases the force application component or mechanism 122, when the force application component or mechanism 122 disconnects from the moving body 120 the locking mechanism 124 locks and secures the force application component or mechanism 122.

The force application component or mechanism 121 and the force application component or mechanism 122 apply force to the moving body 120 in two opposite directions and the moving body 120 does not connect to both at the same but switches between each one.

In an alternative example any type, form or configuration of known or described force application component or mechanism holder can be used in place of or in addition to the locking mechanisms 123 and 124.

In an alternative example any type, form or configuration of known or described moving mount can be used in place of or in addition to the changing connections 125 and 126.

Any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of known or described moving body's, force application components or mechanisms, changing connections, moving mounts, force application component or mechanism holders or locking mechanisms can be used in any configuration.

In FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p is one example embodiment, FIG. 6 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 6p is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 6a to FIG. 6e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a rigid rectangular frame 152 situated within the fluid, the rectangular frame 152 is comprised of two horizontal and two vertical sections, the two vertical sections being longer than the two horizontal sections.

The rectangular frame 152 provides a framing structure and relatively stationary position for the rest of the device. Any suitable framing or holding structure of any shape or configuration and any number or complexity of sections and parts can be utilised for this purpose

The rectangular frame 152 can be maintained in a stationary or relatively stationary position within the fluid through, for example but not limited to, being attached or connected to a stationery object or structure, such as a pile, pier or other fixed mounting or framework or through being fixedly moored within the fluid or through the implementation of ballast or virtual mass means or any combination of such.

A vertically orientated moving body, comprised in this example embodiment of an elongate bar member with a rectangular profile 150 and a floatation element 151 attached to it's upper end moves vertically within the fluid with the motion of passing waves. The elongate bar member 150 can be of any shape profile and length and can be comprised of multiple components in any suitable configuration. Alternately the elongate bar member 150 can be non-elongate or the moving body can be comprised of a floatation element alone.

The floatation element 151 can be comprised of any component or combination of components that float on or near the surface of the fluid and move with passing waves, such as but not limited to, a hollow sealed airtight container, a lightweight foam filled hull or any other floatation means. As the floatation element 151 is moved by passing waves it moves the elongate bar member 150 that is rigidly attached to its underside, as the elongate bar member 150 is moved by the floatation element 151 it moves through and in relation to the rectangular frame 152.

The elongate bar member 150 in this example extends downwards below the floatation element 151, through a rectangular opening on the upper horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152, through a rectangular opening on the lower horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152 and extends out below the rectangular frame 152. The rectangular openings on the upper and lower horizontal sections of the rectangular frame 152 in this example compliment the rectangular profile of the elongate bar member 150 which moves through them and maintain the elongate bar member's 150 orientation within the fluid as it is moved by the floatation element 151.

A rod 161 extends outwards at right angles from the front side face of the elongate bar member 150 below where the elongate bar member 150 passes through the rectangular opening on the upper horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152.

The end of the rod 161 extends a distance away from the elongate bar member 150 that is greater than the dimensions of the rectangular opening on the upper horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152 and cannot pass through this opening, preventing the elongate bar member 150 from moving upwards past the point where the rod 161 comes into contact with the underside of the upper horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152.

Situated on the elongate bar member 150 on the same side as and a distance below the rod 161 but above where the elongate bar member 150 passes through the rectangular opening on the lower horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152, is a changing connection which is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a connector system which has a rotating receiver 164 and a rotating positioner 162.

The rotating receiver 164 in this example provides a point of connection and disconnection between the moving body comprised of the elongate bar member 150 and the spring mechanism 159 and enables the elongate bar member 150 to engage with and disengage from the spring mechanism 159, the rotating positioner 162 rotating the rotating receiver 164 from an engaged to a disengaged position to connect and disconnect the elongate bar member 150 and the spring mechanism 159.

The rotating receiver 164 is, in this example, comprised of a concave section 171 that cups the spring housing end cap 160 of the spring mechanism 159 when the rotating receiver 164 is in it's engaged position and a triangular rear section 172 that interacts with and is pushed against by the rotating positioner 162.

The rotating positioner 162 is, in this example, comprised of a circular disk with an extended notch 174 cut out of it that runs from its edge towards its centre, the notch 174 interacts with the rounded end 166 of the horizontal rod 167 that extends inwards from the inner face of the right vertical section of the rectangular frame 152.

The circular disk of the rotating positioner 162 has a recessed segment 173 that conforms around, but is of larger dimensions than, the triangular rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164. When the two are aligned the recessed segment 173 of the rotating positioner 162 allows the rotating receiver 164 to rotate away from and out of contact with the spring housing end cap 160 of the spring mechanism 159 as the triangular rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164 can move into the recessed segment 173.

The changing connection comprised, in this example embodiment, of a rotating receiver 164 and a rotating positioner 162 can be comprised of any variable, changeable or moveable connection or coupler mechanism implemented between the moving body comprised, in this example, of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and the force application component or mechanism comprised, in this example, of the spring mechanism 159.

The rotating positioner 162, in this example embodiment, acts also as a decoupler for the changing connection by changing the rotating receiver 164 from a connected to disconnected position.

The rotating receiver 164 and rotating positioner 162 are connected to the elongate bar member 150 through the non-freely moving rotating connections 165 and 163 respectively. The non-freely moving rotating connections 165 and 163 and the rotating receiver 164 and rotating positioner 162 mounted on them do not change in their angle of rotation without being moved by another component or part of the device. This can be through, for example but not limited to, the non-freely moving rotating connections 165 and 163 being comprised of friction or torque hinges or joints, detent or positioning mechanisms or any other suitable rotating assembly.

The rotating receiver 164 and rotating positioner 162 are connected to the elongate bar member 150 above where the elongate bar member 150 passes through the rectangular opening on the lower horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152 and extend a distance away from the side face of the elongate bar member 150 that is greater than the dimensions of the rectangular opening on the lower horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152 and so cannot pass through this opening, preventing the elongate bar member 150 from moving downwards past the point where the rotating receiver 164 and rotating positioner 162 come into contact with the top face of the lower horizontal section of the rectangular frame 152.

Projecting inwards from the inner face of the left vertical section of the rectangular frame 152 is a support beam 155. Attached to the end of the support beam 155 is a locking mechanism which is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a rotating catch 153. The rotating catch 153 is attached to the support beam 155 through a non-freely moving rotating connection 154.

The non-freely moving rotating connection 154 and the rotating catch 153 mounted on it do not change in their angle of rotation without being moved by another component or part of the device. This can be through, for example but not limited to, the non-freely moving rotating connection 154 being comprised of a friction or torque hinge or swivel or a detent or positioning mechanism or other suitable rotating assembly

The rotating catch 153 is, in this example, comprised of a circular disk with an extended notch 168 cut out of it that runs from its edge towards its centre, the notch 168 interacts with the rod 161 that extends outwards from the elongate bar member 150. As well as the notch 168 the disk of the rotating catch 153 has a segment removed to create a curved projection 169 that curves around the underside of the raised section 156 of the top of the spring housing 157 when the rotating catch 153 is in it's holding position. The rotating catch 153 can be comprised of any element or component or combination of components that rotate to block, obstructs or hold the spring mechanism or a part or component of the spring mechanism and rotate to release or cease to block or obstruct the spring mechanism or a part or component of the spring mechanism.

The spring housing 157 is situated to the left side of the elongate bar member 150 in line with the rotating receiver 164 when the rotating receiver 164 is in the engaged position.

The spring housing 157 is, in this example, comprised of two vertically orientated parallel bars joined at their upper and lower ends by two horizontal sections. From the upper horizontal section of the spring housing 157 the raised section 156 projects outwards towards the front of the device to a level that is further forwards than the rotating catch 153. The rest of the spring housing 157 is mounted further back than the rotating catch 153 and the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 is the only part of the spring housing 157 that interacts with the rotating catch 153.

The two vertically orientated parallel bars of the spring housing 157 run through two parallel vertical holes that go through a mounting bar 158 which projects inwards from the inner face of the left vertical section of the rectangular frame 152 a distance below the support beam 155. The mounting bar 158 holds the spring housing 157 in place and ensures it's orientation in relation to the rectangular frame 152 and elongate bar member 150.

Connected between the upper face of the lower horizontal section of the spring housing 157 and the bottom face of the mounting bar 158 is the spring 170. The spring 170 is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a mechanical compression spring.

The spring 170 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or elastic or compressible material and one or a number of such can be used with or without a spring housing or framing structure.

Attached to the bottom face of the lower horizontal section of the spring housing 157 is the semicircular spring housing end cap 160 which fits into the concave section 171 of the rotating receiver 164 when the rotating receiver 164 is in the engaged position.

FIG. 6 shows the example embodiment in its at rest position within the fluid when no wave action is experienced.

The spring 170, compressed in this example between the lower section of the spring housing 157 and the mounting bar 158, is exerting a downwards force against the elongate bar member 150 by pushing between the relatively stationary mounting bar 158 attached to the rectangular frame 152 and the spring housing end cap 160 attached to the end of the moveable spring housing 157 which is pushed against the concave section 171 of the rotating receiver 164 attached to the elongate bar member 150.

The rotating receiver 164 is in it's engaged position and is protruding outwards from the left side of elongate bar member 150 underneath and in line with the spring housing end cap 160 and the spring 170 with the spring housing end cap 160 fitted into the concave section 171 of the rotating receiver 164. The rotating receiver 164 is maintained in this engaged position as it cannot move back away from the spring housing end cap 160 while it's rear section 172 is pressed against the circular outside edge of the disk shaped rotating positioner 162 and the rotating positioner 162 will not move from this position, with it's circular outside edge facing the rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164, until it is rotated through interaction between the notch 174 on the rotating positioner 162 and the rounded end 166 of the horizontal rod 167 attached to the rectangular frame 152.

The rotating catch 153 is in its open position and the curved projection 169 is at an angle of rotation that it is not in line with, or obstructing the movement of, the raised section 156 at the top of the spring housing 157, the rotating catch 153 will remain in this position until rotated through interaction between the notch 168 on the rotating catch 153 and rod 161 that extends outwards from the elongate bar member 150.

As the floatation element 151 is moved downwards from its at rest position, as shown in FIG. 6a, and until it is moved upwards above its at rest position by passing waves, the elongate bar member 150 attached to its underside will continue to have a downwards force exerted against it by the spring 170 of the spring mechanism 159.

As the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 attached to its underside are moved upwards above their at rest position by passing waves, as shown in FIG. 6b, the rod 161 that extends from the moving elongate bar member 150 will come into contact with and slide into the notch 168 located on the rotating catch 153 which is connected to the relativity stationary rectangular frame 152, causing the notch 168 on the rotating catch 153 to be rotated upwards as the rod 161 on the elongate bar member 150 moves upwards in relation to the relativity stationary rotating catch 153, rotating the rotating catch 153 anticlockwise and moving the curved projection 169 towards it's holding position.

The dimensions of the spring housing 157 and spring 170 and the spacing between where the rotating receiver 164 and the rod 161 are attached to the elongate bar member 150 being configured so that once the rotating catch 153 has begun to be rotated anticlockwise by the rod 161 on the elongate bar member 150 the spring housing 157 has been moved upwards, by the spring housing end cap 160 being pushed by the rotating receiver 164 attached to the rising elongate bar member 150, to a point where the raised section 156 of the upper section of the spring housing 157 is above the level of the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 and the curved projection 169 is rotated underneath the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 when the rotating catch 153 is rotated anticlockwise through interaction with the rod 161 attached to the elongate bar member 150.

The curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 once rotated underneath the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 prevents the spring 170 from uncompressing as the spring housing 157 can not move back downwards while the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 is obstructed by the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 15.

The spring 170 will be retained and held in this state of compression until the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 is rotated out of this holding position where it obstructs the movement of the spring housing 157 when the rotating catch 153 is rotated back clockwise through interaction with the the rod 161 attached to the elongate bar member 150 as the elongate bar member 150 is moved back downwards below this point of interaction.

The vertical spacing between where the rotating catch 153 and the horizontal rod 167 are attached to the rectangular frame 152 being configured so that once the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 has begun to move underneath the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 as the elongate bar member 150 is moved upwards the rounded end 166 of the horizontal rod 167 rigidly attached to the relativity stationary rectangular frame 152 comes into contact with and slides into the notch 174 on the rotating positioner 162 located on the elongate bar member 150. This rotates the notch 174 on the rotating positioner 162 downwards as the rotating positioner 162 on the elongate bar member 150 moves upwards in relation to the relativity stationary horizontal rod 167 and causes the rotating positioner 162 to be rotated clockwise. As the rotating positioner 162 is rotated clockwise the recessed segment 173 of the rotating positioner 162 rotates around to be facing towards and to align with the triangular rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164, this allows the rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164 to move into the recessed segment 173 of the rotating positioner 162 and the rotating receiver 164 to be pushed downwards and backwards by the spring housing end cap 160 and rotated out of the path of the spring housing end cap 160 of the spring housing 157, thereby disengaging the spring 170 from the elongate bar member 150. The spring 170 is now held in a state of compression and has been disengaged from the elongate bar member 150.

Once the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 attached to its underside have been moved by passing waves above these points of locking of, and disengagement from, the spring 170, as shown in FIG. 6c, the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 can move with passing waves separate to the effect of, and without interaction with, the spring 170 while the spring 170 remains held in a state of compression by the rotating catch 153 preventing the downwards movement of the spring housing 157.

As the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 are moved back down through and past these points, as shown in FIG. 6d and FIG. 6e the elongate bar member 150 will engage with the spring 170 as the rounded end 166 of the horizontal rod 167 comes into contact with and slides into the notch 174 on the rotating positioner 162, rotating the rotating positioner 162 anticlockwise and pushing the top of the recessed segment 173 of the rotating positioner 162 downwards against the top of the triangular rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164, rotating the rotating receiver 164 back out and into the path of the spring housing end cap 160 and the spring mechanism 159.

The dimensions of the spring housing 157 and spring 170 and the spacing between the horizontal rod 167, rotating positioner 162, rotating receiver 164 and the rotating catch 153 and rod 161 being such that the rotating receiver 164 is rotated back out and into the path of the spring housing end cap 160 at a level below the spring housing end cap 160 before the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 has been rotated fully from underneath, and out of the path of, the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157 by the rod 161 attached to the elongate bar member 150.

The rod 161 attached to the elongate bar member 150 rotating the rotating catch 153 so that the curved projection 169 of the rotating catch 153 is moved entirely out from underneath, and so ceases to obstruct, the raised section 156 of the spring housing 157, thereby releasing the compressed spring 170 after the circular outside edge of the disk shaped rotating positioner 162 has been rotated round by the rounded end 166 of the horizontal rod 167 to be facing, and in contact with, the rear section 172 of the rotating receiver 164 which prevents the rotating receiver 164 from moving out of its engaged position.

As the spring housing 157 and spring 170 is released from its held state against the rotating receiver 164 secured in its engaged position the stored force of the spring 170 is released against the elongate bar member 150 in a downwards direction aligned with the downwards movement of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151.

This operation continuing as the example embodiment experiences waves within the fluid, the relative movement between the rectangular frame 152 and elongate bar member 150 can be utilised for any desired or useful purpose, for example but not limited to, the powering of a fluid pump or electric generator.

In an alternative example embodiment the floatation element 151 can be located at the bottom of the elongate bar member 150 below the rectangular frame 152 and the rest of the device, with the rectangular frame 152 and rest of the device situated above the level of the fluid.

In an alternative example embodiment the elongate bar member 150 can remain stationary within or above the fluid and the rectangular frame 152 can have, for example, floatation elements attached to it and so move in response to passing waves in relation to the relatively stationery elongate bar member 150.

In this example a moving body is comprised of an elongate bar member 150 attached to a floatation element 151 but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of moving body that floats on or within the fluid or that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions and can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

A force applying mechanism or component is, in this example embodiment, compromised of a compression spring 170 but any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including an extension or torsion spring can be implemented in place of, or in addition to, the spring 170 and any number of such springs in any combination can be used with or without any form of spring housing or framing structure.

In an alternative example any type or configuration of extension spring can be connected between the upper horizontal section of the spring housing 157 and the top face of the mounting bar 158 in addition to or in place of the compression spring 170.

Alternatively the spring 170 and spring housing 157 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of weight, weighted or heavy component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism moved by a weight or weighted component that applies a force against the moving body comprised, in this example, of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and any combination or number of such components or mechanisms can be employed.

For example but not limited to, the spring housing 157 can be comprised of any type of solid dense metal or ceramic construction or can have attached to it any type or configuration or weight or heavy or relatively heavy component or object which can be employed in place of or in addition to the spring 170 and any equivalents or alternatives.

In another alternative the spring 170 and spring housing 157 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of submerged float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism moved by a submerged float or floating component that applies a force against the moving body, comprised in this example of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and any combination or number of such components or mechanisms can be employed.

For example but not limited to, the spring housing 157 and connector system can be orientated in the opposite vertical direction with the spring housing 157 comprised of any type of lightweight air or gas filled construction or can have attached to it any type or configuration or float or floating component or object which can be employed in place of or in addition to the spring 170 and any equivalents or alternatives.

There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of locking mechanisms and changing connections and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously. A locking mechanism that locks and holds the spring 170 in a state of compression is, in this example embodiment, compromised of a rotating catch but can be comprised of any type or configuration of known or suitable catch or locking or latching mechanism that changes or moves from a state of preventing the spring 170 or any other such force applying mechanism or component from moving to a state of allowing the spring 170 or any other such force applying mechanism or component to move and any number of such catches or locking or latching mechanisms can be employed in this role.

Such a mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of sliding bolt, locking member, latching mechanism, draw catch, cam lock or friction lock or gripping or clamping mechanism or electromagnetic lock or any other type, form or configuration of known or described lock, latch or catch and any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination which can obstruct or interact with any part of the spring 170, spring housing 157 or other section or part of the spring mechanism or component connected to the spring mechanism or any other such force applying mechanism or component.

In an alternative example embodiment there can be no such locking mechanism holding or locking the spring 170 or any other such force applying mechanism or component.

A changing connection is comprised in this example embodiment of a connector system with a rotating receiver 164 and a rotating positioner 162 and is located between the spring 170 and the moving body comprised in this example of the elongate bar member 150, but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described changing connection, coupling, coupler mechanism or other non-permanent connection and any equivalents or alternatives and there can be one or multiple of such changing connections located between any two or more parts or components of the device.

The changing connection between the spring and moving body and the locking mechanism for the spring are in this example embodiment engaged and disengaged through mechanical interaction between components of the device, but any locking mechanism for the spring or any other force applying mechanism or component or changing connection between the spring and moving body or any other point or parts of the device can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system.

The example embodiment in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p is one alternative example embodiment, FIG. 7 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 7p is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 7a to FIG. 7e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment in FIG. 7 is substantially the same as that in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p but is, in this instance, comprised of a configuration in which the spring 170 when held or locked in a state of compression remains connected to both the moving body comprised of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and to the rest of the device and moves with the elongate bar member 150 as the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 are moved by passing waves while the spring 170 is retained in a state of compression.

In this alternative example embodiment the spring housing end cap 160 is rigidly and permanently attached to the side of the elongate bar member 150 and the two vertically orientated parallel bars of the spring housing 157 move through two parallel holes that run vertically through the horizontal section of a moving mount 1155.

Amoving mount 1155 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a rigid component with a vertical section situated parallel to the elongate bar member 150 and a horizontal section that extends from the top of the vertical section outwards towards the elongate bar member 150.

The spring 170 is connected between the upper face of the lower horizontal section of the spring housing 157 and the bottom face of the horizontal section of the moving mount 1155, the spring 170 is comprised, in this example, of a mechanical compression spring.

The spring 170 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or elastic or compressible material and one or a number of such springs can be used with or without a spring housing or framing structure.

A portion of the left vertical section of the rectangular frame 152 is replaced in this example by a square profile rail 1156, the moving mount 1155 moves vertically along the square profile rail 1156 which extends downwards through a square hole running through the vertical section of the moving mount 1155.

In this example embodiment there are two locking mechanisms, a first locking mechanism which holds the moving mount 1155 at a stationary position on the square profile rail 1156 and a second locking mechanism which holds the spring 170 in a compressed state.

The first locking mechanism, which holds the moving mount 1155 at a stationary position on the square profile rail 1156, is in this example comprised of an L shaped lever arm 1158 attached to the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155 by the rotating connection 1159, the L shaped lever arm 1158 rotates on the rotating connection 1159.

Connected between the end of the shorter section of the L shaped lever arm 1158 and the rear of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 by the rotating connections 1162 and 1163 is the rigid member 1161.

The sliding latch 1164 is, in this example, positioned to the left side of the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155 and is compromised of a lock block with a flat face on the upper side and an angled face on the lower side with a bar projecting outwards from the rear of the lock block that is held by, and which moves back and forth within, the latch holder 1165.

The latch holder 1165 is rigidly attached to the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155. Apositioning spring 1166 is attached between the rear of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 and the side of the latch holder 1165 The positioning spring 1166 is in this example comprised of a small compression spring that pushes the sliding latch 1164 to its maximum extent away from the the latch holder 1165 when no other force is acting upon it.

At it's maximum extent away from the latch holder 1165 the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 is in the vertical path of the extended side section of the locking projection 1160.

The locking projection 1160 is affixed to the end of the support arm 1167 which extends outwards and upwards from the side of the left vertical section of the rectangular frame 152 below the square profile rail 1156.

The locking projection 1160 is comprised, in this example, of a rounded upper end section in vertical line with the end of the shorter section of the L shaped lever arm 1158A and an extended side section with a flat face on the lower side and an angled face on the upper side which is in vertical line with the lock block section of the sliding latch 1164 when the sliding latch 1164 is at its maximum extent away from the the latch holder 1165.

The second locking mechanism, which holds the spring 170 in a compressed state, in this example embodiment mirrors the first locking mechanism but with the configuration in a different position and acting upon the spring 170 and spring housing 157 and is compromised of an L shaped lever arm 1158 A attached to the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155 by the rotating connection 1159A, the L shaped lever arm 1158A rotates on the rotating connection 1159A and is positioned further back from the front of the device and closer to the front face of the moving mount 1155 than the L shaped lever arm 1158.

Connected between the end of the longer section of the L shaped lever arm 1158A and the rear of the sliding latch 1164Aby the rotating connections 1162A and 1163 A is the rigid member 1161 A.

The sliding latch 1164Ais, in this example, positioned to the right side of the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155 and is compromised of a lock block with a flat face on the upper side and an angled face on the lower side with a bar projecting outwards from the rear of the lock block that is held by, and which moves back and forth within, the latch holder 1165A rigidly attached to the front face of the vertical section of the moving mount 1155. The positioning spring 1166A maintains the sliding latch 1164A at its maximum extent away from the the latch holder 1165A when no other force is acting upon it.

At it's maximum extent away from the the latch holder 1165Athe lock block of the sliding latch 1164Ais in the vertical path of the extended side section of the locking projection 1160A.

The locking projection 1160Ais affixed to the side of the spring housing 157 that faces towards the moving mount 1155.

The locking projection 1160A is comprised, in this example, of a rounded upper end section in vertical line with the end of the longer section of the L shaped lever arm 1158 and an extended side section with a flat face on the lower side and an angled face on the upper side which is in vertical line with the lock block section of the sliding latch 1164A when the sliding latch 1164Ais at its maximum extent away from the the latch holder 1165 A.

In this example embodiment at the position shown in FIG. 7 both the moving mount 1155 and the spring 170 are in a held state and are restrained from moving freely by the two locking mechanisms. The spring 170 is held compressed between the upper face of the lower horizontal section of the spring housing 157 and the bottom face of the horizontal section of the moving mount 1155 and cannot uncompress as the spring housing 157 is prevented from moving downwards away from the moving mount 1155 by the flat lower side of the locking projection 1160A attached to the spring housing 157 being blocked from moving downwards by the flat upper side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164A attached to the moving mount 1155.

The moving mount 1155 is at the bottom of the square profile rail 1156 and cannot move upwards on the square profile rail 1156 as the flat upper side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 attached to the moving mount 1155 is blocked from moving upwards by the flat lower side of the locking projection 1160 attached to the rectangular frame 152 below the square profile rail 1156.

When the floatation element 151 and elongate bar member 150 are moved upwards by passing waves from this position the spring housing 157 rigidly attached to the elongate bar member 150 is moved also, further compressing the spring 170 and moving the rounded upper end section of the locking projection 1160A affixed to the side of the spring housing 157 upwards against the end of the longer section of the L shaped lever arm 1158.

This rotates the lever arm 1158 on the rotating connection 1159 and pulls, via the rigid member 1161, the sliding latch 1164 inwards against the latch holder 1165, thereby moving the flat upper side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 out of the path of the the flat lower side of the locking projection 1160 and releasing the moving mount 1155 from it's blocked position on the square profile rail 1156 as the locking projection 1160 ceases to block it's upwards movement.

The moving mount 1155, spring 170, spring housing 157, elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 can then be moved upwards above this point by passing waves acting on the floatation element 151 while the spring 170 remains locked in a compressed state between the moving mount 1155 and spring housing 157.

When the floatation element 151, elongate bar member 150, spring 170, spring housing 157 and moving mount 1155 are moved by passing waves back down to the position shown in FIG. 7 this brings the angled face on the lower side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164 down against the corresponding angled face on the upper side of the extended section of the locking projection 1160.

This pushes the sliding latch 1164 inwards against the latch holder 1165 as it moves downwards past the locking projection 1160 before the positioning spring 1166 pushes the sliding latch 1164 back outwards under the locking projection 1160 once the sliding latch 1164 has moved below the locking projection 1160, so returning the moving mount 1155 to its held state on the square profile rail 1156.

When the floatation element 151 and elongate bar member 150 are moved by passing waves below the position shown in FIG. 7 the moving mount 1155 is moved further downward on the square profile rail 1156 which brings the end of the shorter section of the L shaped lever arm 1158A downwards against the rounded upper end section of the locking projection 1160.

This rotates the lever arm 1158A on the rotating connection 1159A, pulling via the rigid member 1161 A the sliding latch 1164 A inwards against the latch holder 1165 A and moving the flat upper side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164A attached to the moving mount 1155 out of the path of the the flat lower side of the locking projection 1160A attached to the spring housing 157 and releasing the compressed spring 170 from it's restrained state between the upper face of the lower horizontal section of the spring housing 157 and the bottom face of the horizontal section of the moving mount 1155. The compressed spring 170 can now uncompress between the moving mount 1155, which is prevented from moving upwards on the square profile rail 1156 by the sliding latch 1164 and locking projection 1160, and the bottom of the spring housing 157 rigidly attached to the elongate bar member 150, in this way the now released spring 170 applies a downwards force against the elongate bar member 150 as the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 move below this point.

When the floatation element 151, elongate bar member 150 and spring housing 157 are moved by passing waves back up to the position shown in FIG. 7 this brings the angled face on the upper side of the extended section of the locking projection 1160Aattached to the spring housing 157 upwards against the corresponding angled face on the lower side of the lock block of the sliding latch 1164A attached to the moving mount 1155.

This pushes the sliding latch 1164Ainwards against the latch holder 1165A as the locking projection 1160A moves past it before the positioning spring 1166A pushes the sliding latch 1164A back outwards under the locking projection 1160A once the locking projection 1160Ahas moved above the sliding latch 1164A, so returning the now compressed spring 170 to its locked and held state between the spring housing 157 and the moving mount 1155.

The first and second locking mechanisms are, in this example embodiment, compromised of sliding latches but can be comprised of any known or described type, form or configuration of locking, latching or catch mechanism or holding apparatus and any equivalents or alternatives that changes from a state of preventing the movement of a component to a state of allowing the movement of a component and any number of such mechanisms or apparatus can be employed to effect the spring or spring mechanism or the moving mount and any equivalents or alternatives.

In this example embodiment the moving mount is comprised of a rigid component 1155 that the spring mechanism is attached to that moves along a square profile rail 1156 but can be be comprised of any type or configuration of component or assembly of components that move on or along a rail or other extended protrusion or that move within or along a groove or other extended recess or a rail or other extended protrusion or a groove or other extended recess that moves on, within or along a component or assembly of components.

The moving mount can be comprised of any moving component or assembly of components that the spring or spring mechanism or any equivalents or alternatives or any other force applying component or mechanism is mounted on or connected or attached to that moves from one position to another.

The moving mount can be comprised of or can be attached to connected to, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of linearly or angularly moving or rotating arm, beam, member or other component, an extending, collapsible or telescopic member or frame, a circular gear that moves along a linear gear or gear drive or worm screw and any equivalents or alternatives or any other type or configuration of conveyor or moving system and there can be multiples of such in any combination.

The force applying component or mechanism is in this example compromised of a compression spring but any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring can be used and any number of springs in any combination can be employed.

Alternatively the spring 170 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of weight or weighted component or a mechanism moved by a weight or weighted component that applies a force against the moving body comprised in this example of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and any combination or number of such component or mechanisms can be employed.

In another alternative the spring 170 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of submerged float or floatation component or a mechanism moved by a submerged float or floatation component that applies a force against the moving body, comprised in this example of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 and any combination or number of such component or mechanisms can be employed.

There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of locking mechanisms and can be attached to or mounted on any number of moving mounts which can effect one or multiple of such moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

All alternatives or equivalents that can apply to the example embodiment in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p can apply to the example embodiment in FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p.

The example embodiment in FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 8 is a perspective view of an alternative example embodiment substantially the same as that shown in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p but with the addition of a second spring mechanism, changing connection and spring locking mechanism which are comprised of identical components as the ones described above and illustrated in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p but mirrored, in this example, on the rear side of the device and which effect the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 after the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 have been moved by passing waves above the points of locking of, and disengagement from, the first spring mechanism 159. The second spring mechanism, changing connection and spring locking mechanism are in this example embodiment orientated upwards in respect to the direction of force application against the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151.

In this alternative example embodiment, the process of engagement and disengagement of the second changing connection comprised of the rotating receiver 164U and rotating positioner 162U, which connects and disconnects the elongate bar member 150 from the second spring mechanism 159U comprised of the second spring 170U, spring housing 157U and spring housing end cap 160U, and the process of locking and release of the second spring 170U by the second spring locking mechanism comprised of the rotating catch 153U, are all the same as for the first spring mechanism, changing connection and spring locking mechanism as shown in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p and described above.

But occur after the floatation element 151 and the elongate bar member 150 have moved above the range of effect of the first spring mechanism, with the second spring 170U applying an upwards force against the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 while they move within the range of its effect and the second spring 170U being compressed and locked in that state of compression when the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151 disengage from it and move below the range it's effect.

In this example embodiment the moving body, comprised of the elongate bar member 150 and floatation element 151, has force applied to it by the first and second spring mechanisms separately.

The first spring mechanism applying a downwards force against the moving body, until the moving body moves above its range of effect and disengages, through the first changing connection, from the first spring mechanism which is then locked in a state of compression by the first locking mechanism while the moving body moves up and engages, through the second changing connection, with the second spring mechanism which is released from its compressed state by the second locking mechanism and which applies an upwards force against the moving body.

The second spring mechanism applying an upwards force against the moving body until the moving body moves below its range of effect and disengages, through the second changing connection, from the second spring mechanism which is then locked in a state of compression by the second locking mechanism while the moving body moves down and engages, through the first changing connection, with the first spring mechanism which is released from its compressed state by the first locking mechanism and which applies a downwards force against the moving body.

This process repeating as the moving body is moved by waves within the fluid with the spring mechanisms aligned with the directions of travel of the moving body and restrained in a compressed state until engaged with moving body.

There can be additional spring mechanisms and locking mechanisms above and below the first and second spring mechanisms which can effect the moving body in sequence, there can be additional spring mechanisms and locking mechanisms over the same vertical range as the first and second spring mechanisms which can effect the moving body simultaneously or there can be a combination of such.

All alternatives or equivalents that can apply to the example embodiment in FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p can apply to the example embodiment in FIG. 8.

The example embodiment in FIG. 8 and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp is one example embodiment, FIG. 9 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 9P is a close up front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 9R is a rear view of the example embodiment, FIG. 9Rp is a close up rear view of the example embodiment and FIG. 9a to FIG. 9e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid. The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a flat horizontal base 180 submerged within the fluid which provides a rigid and stable structure for a vertical body 181 and a vertical bar 182 to extend upwards from. The base 180 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a concrete or metal block or panel or other rigid structure and can be positioned at the bottom of the fluid or can be submerged at a set or changing level within the fluid through, for example but not limited to, being positively buoyant but maintained at a desired depth by a fixed or variable mooring. The base 180 can be comprised of any assembly or structure that provides a suitable frame or support for the device.

The rigid vertical bar 182 has in this example a rectangular profile and extends upwards from the base 180 and has attached to it's upper end the cube shaped end stop 183.

A floating body 184, comprised in this example of a rectangular cuboid that floats on or near the surface of the fluid, is connected to the vertical bar 182 by one half of a changing connection comprised in this example of the first part of the connector mechanism 185.

The first part of the connector mechanism 185 is comprised, in this example, of a projection that extends outwards from the side of the floating body 184 that faces towards the vertical body 181. The first part of the connector mechanism 185 having a flat horizontal top face and a curving lower face, with the widest part of the curving lower face starting at where the projection extends from the floating body 184 and narrowing towards the flat horizontal end face of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 that is furthest from the floating body 184. The majority of the first part of the connector mechanism's 185 flat horizontal end face abuts closely to, but is not in contact with, the side of the spring carriage 191, with an extended section 186, that extends further out away from the floating body 184 and around the side of the spring carriage 191 and the vertical body 181 to be in vertical line with the upper section 198 of the bolt 195 that extends out of the side of the bolt recess 194 and out from the rear side of the vertical body 181 when the bolt 195 is not in it's retracted position.

The first part of a connector mechanism 185 has running through it a rectangular vertical hole through which the vertical bar 182 extends.

The first part of the connector mechanism 185 moving up and down and vertical bar 182 as the floating body 184 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and is moved by passing waves. The base 180 at the bottom of the vertical bar 182 and the end cap 183 at the top of the vertical bar 182 presenting the limits of the floating body's 184 vertical movement.

The rectangular vertical hole through the first part of the connector mechanism 185 through which the complimentary rectangular profile vertical bar 182 runs maintaining the floating body's 184 orientation in relation to the rest of the device.

The floating body 184 can be any shape or configuration and can be comprised of any component or collection of components that float on or near the surface of the fluid, such as but not limited to a gas or air filled sealed container or a solid cube comprised of or filled with a material that is lighter than the surrounding fluid. The vertical bar 182, along the length of which the floating body 184 and the first part of the connector mechanism 185 move, can be comprised of any suitable guiding structure or component.

On the opposite side of the vertical bar 182 to where the floating body 184 is located is the vertical body 181 which has a larger rectangular profile and extends upwards from the base 180, the top of the vertical body 181 slopes downwards in the direction away from the position of the vertical bar 182.

Extending outwards from the side of the vertical body 181 that faces towards the vertical bar 182 and floating body 184 is a mounting plate 187, aligned above the mounting plate 187 is the spring carriage 191 comprised, in this example, of a vertically situated rectangular block.

The spring carriage 191 moves up and down the side of the vertical body 181, it's path of movement extending from above the mounting plate 187 to the top of the vertical body 181. The spring carriage 191, in this example, is maintained in this path of movement by the spring carriage guide 189. The spring carriage guide 189 is comprised of two vertical parallel sections that extend out from the side of the vertical body 181 each side of the spring carriage 191 and run from the top of the mounting plate 187 up to the bottom of the bolt recess 194.

Each of the two vertical parallel sections of the spring carriage guide 189 has on it's inner face a vertical groove running along it's length into which a corresponding vertical ridge on each side of the spring carriage 191 fits, the spring carriage 191 in this way moves along the length of the spring carriage guide 189 without exiting the spring carriage guide 189.

Located towards the bottom of the spring carriage 191 on the side that faces towards and is in contact with the vertical body 181 is the bolt slot 190 comprised of a recessed section of the spring carriage 191 that is large enough to accommodate the sliding bolt 195 and has a flat horizontal upper inner face.

Connected between the top of the mounting plate 187 and the bottom of the spring carriage 191 is the spring 188 which, in this example, is comprised of a mechanical extension spring. The extension spring 188 being stretched between the mounting plate 187 and the spring carriage 191 when the spring carriage 191 moves upwards along the spring carriage guide 189 away from the mounting plate 187.

The spring 188 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or compressible or elastic material and any number or combination of such can be used.

Positioned forwards of the vertical bar 182 and attached to the top of the spring carriage 191 by the hinged connection 192 is the other half of the changing connection comprised in this example of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 which moves from an engaged position to a disengaged position in order to connect to, and disconnect from, the first part of the connector mechanism 185.

The second part of the connector mechanism 193 is comprised, in this example, of a rigid component with a profile substantially the shape of a right angled triangle, with the hinged connection 192 located at it's right angled comer and it's vertical side face in contact with the side of the vertical body 181 when it is in the engaged position, as shown in FIG. 9 and FIG. 9R, with the top of the vertical side face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 tapering away from the vertical body 181 when in this position.

The lower face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 is orientated at a right angle to the side face in contact with the vertical body 181 and when the second part of the connector mechanism 193 is in the engaged position is in contact with and lays flat against the horizontal top face of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 on the other side of the vertical bar 182 to the extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185.

The first 185 and second part 193 of the connector mechanism can be comprised of any known or described type or configuration of impermanent, unfixed or changing connection which can be comprised of one or multiple parts.

A locking mechanism is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a sliding bolt 195 held within a bolt recess 194 by a bolt spring 196.

Sunk into the side of the vertical body 181 above the spring carriage guide 189 is the bolt recess 194 which holds the sliding bolt 195, the bolt recess 194 is of a depth to allow the bolt 195 to retract fully into it so that no part of the bolt 195 extends out beyond the side of the vertical body 181 that faces towards the vertical bar 182.

The bolt 195 is, in this example, maintained in it's position by the bolt spring 196 attached between the back of the lower section 197 of the bolt 195 and the rear of the bolt recess 194.

The bolt spring 196 is comprised in this example of a mechanical compression spring of a size and strength suitable to maintain the bolt 195 in a position where the front end of the bolt 195 protrudes out from the front of the bolt recess 194 in a direction towards the floating body 184 when the bolt spring 196 is uncompressed and to compress so that the bolt 195 can retract fully into the bolt recess 194 when the bolt 195 is pushed into the bolt recess 194 by another component of the device.

The sliding bolt 195 which moves horizontally into and out from the bolt recess 194 is comprised, in this example, of a lower section 197 and an upper section 198.

The lower section 197 of the bolt 195 when viewed from the front of the device, as shown in FIG. 9, has a flat horizontal upper face that extends out from and is parallel with the upper inner face of the bolt recess 194 and a rounded lower face, the rounded lower face of the lower section 197 of the bolt 195 curves back downwards towards and into the lower part of the bolt recess 194.

The lower section 197 of the bolt 195 as well as extending out of the front of the bolt recess 194 in a direction towards the floating body 184 also extends out of the side of the bolt recess 194 and out from the rear side the vertical body 181 to be in line with the extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 that extends around the rear side of the spring carriage 191 and the vertical body 181 and to this part of the lower section 197 of the bolt 195 is attached the upper section of the bolt 198.

The upper section 198 of the bolt 195 attached to the flat horizontal upper face of the lower section 197 of the bolt 195 is situated out from the rear side of the vertical body 181 in line with the extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 and is comprised of a rounded upper face, symmetrical to the rounded lower face of the lower section 197.

The floating body 184 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and moves up and down the vertical bar 182 as it is moved by passing waves.

While the floating body 184 is moved by passing waves within the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 the spring 188 exerts a downwards force against the floating body 184 as the spring carriage 191 is pulled downwards by the extension spring 188 connected and stretched between the bottom of the spring carriage 191 and the top of the mounting plate 187 which causes the bottom face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 attached to the top of the spring carriage 191 by the hinged connection 192 to be pulled downwards against the top face of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 which is rigidly attached to the floating body 184.

Although the second part of the connector mechanism 193 is connected to the spring carriage 191 by a hinged connection 192 the second part of the connector mechanism 193 can not rotate away from the first part of the connector mechanism 185 while so engaged as the vertical side face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 is in contact with the side of the vertical body 181 which prevents the second part of the connector mechanism's 193 rotation away from the first part of the connector mechanism 185.

When the floating body 184 is moved out of and below the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 the spring carriage 191 has reached the downwards limit of its movement along the spring carriage guide 189 and the extension spring 188 will cease to pull the spring carriage 191 downwards.

As the floating body 184 moves down below this point the first part of the connector mechanism 185 rigidly attached to the floating body 184 moves down away from and out of contact with the second part of the connector mechanism 193 attached to the spring carriage 191 and the first 185 and second 193 parts of the connector mechanism disengage from one another, the floating body 184 being free to move below this point separate to and unaffected by the spring 188.

The hinged connection 192 is placed so that the second part of the connector mechanism 193 can not rotate further away from the vertical body 181 than the position it is at when the first 185 and second 193 parts of the connector mechanism are engaged with one another and so remains in this position while the floating body 184 is moved below the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188.

As the floating body 184 is moved back upwards into the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 the first part of the connector mechanism 185 moves back into contact with and is pushed upwards against the second part of the connector mechanism 193 as the two parts connect and re-engage with one another.

As the floating body 184 continues to rise above this point the floating body 184, through the two part connector mechanism, moves the spring carriage 191 upwards and stretches the the spring 188 between the spring carriage 191 and the the mounting plate 187.

When the floating body 184 is moved upwards towards the top of the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 the top of the vertical side face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 that tapers away from the vertical body 181 when in it's engaged position comes into contact with and is pushed upwards against the rounded lower face of the lower section 197 of the sliding bolt 195 which moves the bolt 195 into the bolt recess 194.

Once the tapered section of the vertical side face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 has moved upwards past the bolt 195 the bolt 195 will be retracted into the bolt recess 194 and the front point of the bolt 195 will be in contact with the vertical back side face of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 which is flush with, and in vertical alignment with, the back side face of the spring carriage 191.

As the floating body 184 continues to move upwards the bolt 195 is retained in its retracted position as the back side faces of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 and spring carriage 191 prevent the bolt 195 from moving out of the bolt recess 194.

The extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 extending around the side of the vertical body 181 slightly beyond the vertical line of the back side faces of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 and spring carriage 191 and so pushing the bolt 195 further into it's retracted position within the bolt recess 194 while the extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 moves upwards past the bolt 195.

Once the floating body 184 has been moved upwards to a point where the bolt slot 190 on the back of the spring carriage 191 is in line with the bolt 195 the bolt positioning spring 196 will be able to push the bolt 195 into the bolt slot 190.

Once the bolt 195 has moved into the bolt slot 1 0 the flat horizontal upper face of the lower section 197 of the bolt 195 will be below and facing towards the flat horizontal upper inner face of the bolt slot 190, blocking and preventing the downwards movement of the spring carriage 191 until the bolt 195 has been retracted back out of the bolt slot 190. This point is the upper limit of the spring carriage's 191 movement and where the spring 188 has reached it's full extension

While the spring carriage 191 is held at this point by the bolt 195 the spring 188 is held stretched between the mounting plate 187 and the bottom of the spring carriage 191 and is maintained in this state of tension until the the bolt 195 ceases to obstruct the spring carriage's 191 downwards movement.

At the level of the floating body's 184 upwards movement at which the bolt 195 has moved into the bolt slot 190 on the spring carriage 191 the second part of the connector mechanism 193 has reached a level above the vertical body 181 where it is no longer blocked by the vertical body 181 from rotating on the hinged connection 192 away from the first part of the connector mechanism 185.

As the floating body 184 continues to be moved upwards by passing waves past the point where the spring carriage 191 is held in it's upwards position and the spring 188 is held stretched by the bolt 195 and the second part of the connector mechanism 193 is free to rotate away from the first part of the connector mechanism 185 the first 185 and second 193 parts of the connector mechanism will disengage from one another as the first part of the connector mechanism 185 moves up past the second part of the connector mechanism 193 which will be rotated away from and out of it's path of movement to it's disengaged position as and floating body 184 moves out of and above the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188.

The second part of the connector mechanism 193 can be maintained in it's disengaged position while the floating body 184 moves above the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 through, for example but not limited to, the placement of a push clip or magnetic catch between the top face of the vertical body 181 and the side of the second part of the connector mechanism 193 that lays against the top face of the vertical body 181 or through the hinged connection 192 being comprised of a non-freely rotating connection.

Once above the range of it's movement effected by the spring 188 the floating body 184 is moved by passing waves separate to and unaffected by the spring 188 which is maintained locked in a state of tension until the floating body 184 is moved back downwards to a point where the first part of the connector mechanism 185 has moved back below the second part of the connector mechanism 193, that is still maintained in it's disengaged position, and the curved bottom face of the extended section 186 of the first part of the connector mechanism 185 comes into contact with and is pushed downwards against the rounded upper face of the upper section 198 of the bolt 195 which moves the bolt 195 out of the bolt slot 190 on the spring carriage 191 and back into the bolt recess 194 to a point where the front end point of the bolt 195 is further back than the front of the bolt slot 190 and the side faces of the spring carriage 191 and second part of the connector mechanism 193 and the bolt 195 ceases to block and prevent the downwards movement of the spring carriage 191.

As the spring carriage 191 is released from it's held position by the retraction of the bolt 195 out of the bolt slot 190 and into the bolt recess 194 the spring 188 ceases to be held in its extended state and pulls the spring carriage 191 downwards which pulls the second part of the connector mechanism 193 downwards and back into it's engaged position as it is rotated round the side of the vertical body 181 and it's lower face is pulled back into contact with and against the top of the first part of the connector mechanism 185, re-engaging the spring 188 with the floating body 184 as the now released spring 188 once again applies a downwards force against the floating body 184 via the now reconnected first 185 and second 193 parts of the connector mechanism.

Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the floating body 184 that floats on or near the surface of the fluid which moves substantially vertically along the vertical bar 182 but can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, member, object or assembly that floats on or within the fluid or non-floating body that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action and can move horizontally, diagonally, rotationally, vertically or in any other direction of motion or in any combination of such motions and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions which can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

A force applying mechanism or component is, in this example embodiment, compromised of an extension spring 188 but any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including a compression or torsion spring can be implemented in place of, or in addition to, the spring 188 and any number of such springs in any combination can be used.

Alternatively the spring 188 or spring carriage 191 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of weight or weighted component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism moved by a weight or weighted component that applies a force against the moving body comprised, in this example, of the floating body 184 and any combination or number of such components or mechanisms can be employed.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of weight or weighted element or heavy component can be attached to the spring carriage 191 in place of or in addition to the spring 188 to exert a downwards force against the floating body 184 or the spring carriage 191 or second part of the connector mechanism 193 can be comprised of a solid, dense or heavy material or component which can be employed in place of or in addition to the spring 188 or weight attached to the spring carriage 191and any equivalents or alternatives.

In another alternative the spring 188 and spring carriage 191 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of submerged float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism moved by a submerged float or floating component that applies a force against the moving body, comprised in this example of the floating body 184, and any combination or number of such components or mechanisms can be employed.

For example but not limited to, the configuration of the spring carriage, connector mechanism and locking mechanism can be reversed in their vertical orientation and the spring carriage 191 or second part of the connector mechanism 193 can be comprised of any type of lightweight or air or gas filled construction or any type, form or configuration of float or floating object or component can be attached to the spring carriage 191 in place of or in addition to the spring 188 and any equivalents or alternatives to exert an upwards force against the floating body 184.

There can be any number or combination of springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of locking mechanisms and changing connections and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

A locking mechanism that locks and holds the spring 188 in a state of extension is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a sliding bolt 195 held within a bolt recess 1 4 by a bolt spring 196 but can be comprised of any type or configuration of known or suitable catch, lock or latch mechanism or any other type or configuration of moving object or obstruction that moves to block the spring 188 or any other such force applying mechanism or component from moving or releasing tension or stored force.

Such a mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any known or described type or configuration of spring latch, latch bolt, draw or slam latch, cam lock or latch, compression latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, rotary bolt, locking bar or clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake or electromagnetic lock or any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination which can obstruct or interact with any part of the spring 188 or any mechanism or component connected to the spring 188 or any other such force applying mechanism or component.

In an alternative example embodiment there can be no such locking mechanism holding or locking the spring 188 or any other such force applying mechanism or component.

A changing connection is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a two part connector mechanism located between the floating body 184 and the spring 188 but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of connector mechanism or of any other changing, inconstant or unsecured connection and any equivalents or alternatives and there can be one or multiple of such which can be located between any two or more parts or components of the device.

In another example no two part connector mechanism or changing connection can be located between the floating body 184 and the spring 188 or other parts or components of the device with instead the spring 188 and spring carriage 191 or any other such force applying mechanism or component being mounted on or attached or connected to any type, form or configuration of moving mount that moves, for example, with the floating body 184 once the spring 188 or other such force applying mechanism or component is locked in a state of extension or stored force by any such locking mechanism.

Such a moving mount can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of the top section of the vertical body 181 being comprised of a telescopically extending section or frame which unfolds and extends from the solid lower section of the vertical body 181 or of the top section of the vertical body 181 being comprised of or having attached to it a vertically orientated linear gear which is engaged with and extends upwards from a circular gear situated lower on or within the vertical body 181 or of any other type, form or configuration of moveable mount which is attached to or incorporated within the vertical body 181.

The changing connection between the spring 188 and floating body 184 and the locking mechanism for the spring 188 are in this example embodiment engaged and disengaged through mechanical interaction between components of the device, but any locking mechanism for the spring or changing connection between the spring and floating body or any other point can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system. There can be a second spring, spring carriage, connector mechanism and locking mechanism that operate the same as the ones described but are situated above the first and that engage with and apply an upwards force to the floating body 184 or other moving body after it has disengaged from and moved above the first.

There can be can multiple of such springs, weights or weighted components, floats or floating components, spring carriages, connector mechanisms and locking mechanisms that effect one or multiple of such moving body's separately or together in one or multiple directions of movement.

The example embodiment in FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp is one example embodiment, FIG. 10 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 1 Op is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 10a to FIG. lOe are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a moving body comprised of an elongate pole member 250 with a rectangular cross section that extends downwards into the fluid with a floatation element 251 attached to the top that floats on the surface of the fluid and an end stop 252 attached to the bottom.

The floatation element 251 can be comprised of any type of floating or buoyant body, component, member or object or assembly of floatation elements that float on or near the surface of the fluid in any shape or configuration.

The elongate pole member 250 can be comprised of any rigid or semi rigid extended or elongated member or assembly of components and there can be one or multiple of such.

As the floatation element 251 that floats on the surface of the fluid is moved by passing waves the elongate pole member 250 attached to it's underside moves up and down through the pole guide 253 attached to the side of the stationary body 254.

In this example a runner at the top and a runner at the bottom of the inside of the pole guide 253 fit into a corresponding groove on the side of the elongate pole member 250 and ensure the elongate pole members 250 orientation in relation to the pole guide 253 and stationary body 254.

The stationary body 254 remains in a stationary or relatively stationary position within the fluid in relation to the moving elongate shaft member 250, the stationary body 254 can be retained in a stationary or relatively stationary position through, for example but not limited to, being attached or mounted on a stationery structure such as pile, pier or quay or being fixedly moored within the fluid. Alternatively the stationery body 254 can move differently to the pole member 250 within the fluid. The stationary body 254 can be comprised of any frame, assembly or structure or any shape, complexity or dimensions that provides a framework for the other components of the device.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is located between a weight 262 and a moving body comprised of the elongate pole member 250 and is comprised, in this example, of a linear gear 268 that moves into and out of contact with a circular gear 260.

Attached to the stationary body 254 through a rotating connection 255 is a pulley 256, the pulley 256 spins freely on the rotating connection 255.

Attached to the stationary body 254 through a rotating connection 258 is a rotating shaft 259, the rotating shaft 259 rotates freely on the rotating connection 258, the rotating connection 258 can be comprised of any suitable freely rotating connection or mounting. Rigidly attached to the end of the rotating shaft 259 is the circular gear 260, the circular gear 260 rotates with the rotating shaft 259. Fixedly attached to the rotating shaft 259 behind the circular gear 260 is the line 261.

The line 261 runs from the rotating shaft 259 across to and around the pulley 256 and down to the weight 262, the weight 262 hangs from the line 261 below the pulley 256 and is not supported in any way apart from the line 261 that it is fixedly attached to, the weight of the weight 262 pulls on the line 261.

The weight 262 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of heavy or relatively heavy object or collections or assembly of objects, for example but not limited to, a solid metal component, a concrete or sand filled component, a ceramic component or any other dense, heavy or weighted component or element or collection or combination of such which can be located within the fluid or above the surface of the fluid.

When the circular gear 260 is rotated the rotating shaft 259 it is rigidly attached to is rotated and the line 261 fixedly attached to the rotating shaft 259 is wound around the rotating shaft 259. As the line 261 is wound around the rotating shaft 259 the weight 262 attached to the other end of the line 261 is lifted upwards towards the pulley 256.

The length of the line 261 in this example is such that when fully unwound from the rotating shaft

259 the weight 262 rests a small distance above the lower side of the stationary body 254.

If the line 261 when fully unwound is then wound around the rotating shaft 259 by the circular gear

260 being rotated clockwise the line 261 when pulled by the weight 262 hanging from the other end of the line 261 will rotate the rotating shaft 259 and circular gear 260 anticlockwise and vice versa.

Located below the circular gear 260 is a locking mechanism comprised in this example embodiment of the rotation lock 270, which is comprised in this example, of a curved bar 264 that curves upwards from where it attached to the stationary body 254 by the rotating connection 263 and a sliding bolt 274 that moves vertically within the bolt guide 271 comprised of a rigid sleeve the sliding bolt 274 moves within which is attached to the stationary body 254 between the curved bar 264 and the circular gear 260.

A rigid rod 273 is connected at one end by a first hinge to the bottom of the sliding bolt 274 below the bolt guide 271 and at the other end by a second hinge to the end of the curved bar 264 opposite to the rotating connection 263 so that when the curved bar 264 is rotated upwards on the rotating connection 263 the sliding bolt 274 is moved upwards within the vertical bolt guide 271 and when the curved bar 264 is rotated downwards on the rotating connection 263 the sliding bolt 274 is moved downwards within the vertical bolt guide 271.

Attached to the stationary body 254 below the curved bar 264 is the lower stopper 265, attached to the stationary body 254 above the curved bar 264 is the upper stopper 266, the lower 265 and upper 266 stoppers obstruct the curved bar's 264 rotation up or down beyond the point at which it comes into contact with them and present the limit of the curved bar's 264 angle of rotation which presents the limit of the sliding bolt's 274 upwards and downwards movement.

The positioning spring 267 is attached to the lower side of the upper stopper 266 that faces towards the curved bar 264 and can be comprised of, for example, any form of compression spring or deformable material.

The positioning spring 267 is dimensioned so that when the locking ridge 269 is not acting on or pressing against the curved bar 264 the curved bar 264 is pushed down against the lower stopper 265 by the positioning spring 267 and so is maintained in it's lower position which maintains the sliding bolt 274 in its lower position.

While the sliding bolt 274 is maintained in it's lower position by the positioning spring 267 pressing the curved bar 264 against the lower stopper 265 the sliding bolt 274 is not in contact with or obstructing the circular gear 260 and does not prevent the rotation of the circular gear 260.

If the curved bar 264 is rotated upwards from it's lower position it will, via the rigid rod 273 connected by hinges between the curved bar 264 and sliding bolt 274, move the sliding bolt 274 upwards within the bolt guide 271 and the end of the sliding bolt 274 will move upwards into a position which obstructs, in this example, the rotation of the teeth of the circular gear 260 and so will prevent the circular gear 260 from rotating.

In this example embodiment the elongate pole member 250 is moved in relation to the stationary body 254 as the floatation element 251 is moved by passing waves, the upper limit of the elongate pole member's 250 range of movement in relation to the stationary body 254 is reached when the top of the end stop 252 comes into contact with the bottom of the pole guide 253 and the lower limit is reached when the bottom of the floatation element 251 comes into contact with the top of the stationary body 254.

A linear gear 268 is rigidly attached to, and runs vertically along a section of, the side of the elongate pole member 250 that faces towards the stationary body 254 and circular gear 260, the linear gear 268 is of a size and configuration that compliments and can engage with the circular gear 260.

The spacing and alignment between the elongate pole member 250 to which the linear gear 268 is attached and the stationary body 254 to which the circular gear 260 is attached is maintained by the pole guide 253 as the elongate pole member 250 is moved by passing waves so that while the elongate pole member 250 is within the range of its vertical movement in relation to the stationary body 254 where the linear gear 268 is level with the circular gear 260 the linear gear 268 is in contact with and engaged with the circular gear 260.

In this example embodiment the linear gear 268 extends along a section of the elongate pole member's 250 length, that section is smaller than the elongate pole member's 250 full range of movement in relation to the stationary body 254 and so the linear gear 268 will only be engaged with the circular gear 260 for a section of the elongate pole member's 250 range of movement. In this way the weight 262 attached via the line 261 and rotating shaft 259 to the circular gear 260 is only engaged with and effecting the elongate pole member 250 during a section of the elongate pole member's 250 range of movement.

In this example the length of the linear gear 268 thereby determines the distance of travel of the elongate pole member 250 over which the elongate pole member 250 is engaged with the weight 262.

While the elongate pole member 250 is below the point where the linear gear 268 is engaged with the circular gear 260 there will be no component engaged with or preventing the circular gear 260 from rotating and the end of the line 261 connected to the rotating shaft 259 will be unwound fully from the rotating shaft 259 by the weight 262 connected to the other end of the line 261 pulling downwards, the weight 262 will be in its lowest position and the elongate pole member 250 will move separate to the effect of the weight 262 while below this point.

As the elongate pole member 250 moves up to and above this point the linear gear 268 will come into contact with and engage with the circular gear 260.

While the linear gear 268 is engaged with the circular gear 260 the elongate pole member 250 is engaged with the weight 262 as when the elongate pole member 250 moves upwards the linear gear 268 attached to the side of the elongate pole member 250 rotates the circular gear 260, rotating the shaft 259 clockwise and winding the line 261 around the rotating shaft 259 and lifting the weight 262 upwards.

While the line 261 is wound around the rotating shaft 259 in this way the weight 262 effects and applies force against the elongate pole member 250 as the weight 262 is pulling, via the line 261 and rotating shaft 259, the circular gear 260 in an anticlockwise direction against the linear gear 268 attached to the side of the elongate pole member 250

In this example this presents resistance from the weight of the weight 262 to the elongate pole member's 250 upwards movement and assistance to the elongate pole member's 250 downwards movement while the elongate pole member 250 is engaged with the weight 262 through the linear gear 268 being engaged with the circular gear 260.

The locking ridge 269 is attached to the elongate pole member 250 below the linear gear 268 on the same side of the elongate pole member 250 as the linear gear 268 but positioned further towards the rear of the device than the linear gear 268 or circular gear 260 and so is out of vertical line with the linear gear 268 and circular gear 260 which are in vertical line with one another.

The curved bar 264 is of a depth that it is in vertical line with both the locking ridge 269 on the elongate pole member 250 and the rigid rod 273 and sliding bolt 274 which are in vertical line with the circular gear 260 on the stationary body 254.

The locking ridge 269 when moved upwards to and past the level of the circular gear 260 does not come into contact with the circular gear 260 and interacts only with the curved bar 264.

In this example embodiment the spacing between the locking ridge 269 and linear gear 268 and the spacing between and dimensions of the circular gear 260 and rotation lock 270 are configured for the rotation lock 270 to act on the circular gear 260 when the linear gear 268 disengages from the circular gear 260 as the elongate pole member 250 is moved above the range of its movement effected by the weight 262 and the rotation lock 270 to cease to act on the circular gear 260 when the linear gear 268 engages with the circular gear 260 as the the elongate pole member 250 moves back down into the range of its movement effected by the weight 262.

When the elongate pole member 250 is moved upwards by passing waves acting on the floatation element 251 to an extent in relation to the stationary body 254 where the linear gear 268 has moved up past the level of the circular gear 260 and the weight 262 has been moved to its most upwards position by the line 261 being wrapped around the rotating shaft 259 this brings the locking ridge 269 into contact with the curved bar 264 and the curved bar 264 is pushed upwards from its lower position to its upper position by the locking ridge 269 as the linear gear 268 ceases to be engaged with the circular gear 260.

As the curved bar 264 is moved to it's upper position by the locking ridge 269 the sliding bolt 274, via the rigid rod 273 connected by hinges between the curved bar 264 and sliding bolt 274, is moved upwards into a position where the top of the sliding bolt 274 obstructs the movement of the teeth of the circular gear 260 and so prevents the rotation of the circular gear 260, the sliding bolt 274 is maintained in this position while the curved bar 264 is prevented from rotating downwards from its upper position by being in contact with the locking ridge 269.

The weight 262 attached to the end of the line 261 is then held in its upwards position while so disengaged from the elongate pole member 250 as the rotating shaft 259 the line 261 is fixed to and wrapped around cannot be rotated while the circular gear 260 the rotating shaft 259 is rigidly attached to is prevented from rotating by the sliding bolt 274.

The locking ridge 269 in this example extends downwards to the end stop 252 at the bottom of the elongate pole member 250 and so holds the curved bar 264, and so the sliding bolt 274, in its upwards locked position with the circular gear 260 until the elongate pole member 250 is moved back downwards below the level of contact between the locking ridge 269 and curved bar 264.

The weight 262 is in this way locked in a higher position in a state of potential energy while disengaged from the elongate pole member 250 and will be retained in this position and state while the elongate pole member 250 moves not limited by the locked state of the weight 262 and free of its effect until the elongate pole member 250 moves back down into re-engagement with the weight 262.

As the elongate pole member 250 moves back down into re-engagement with the weight 262 the linear gear 268 re-engages with the circular gear 260 and the locking ridge 269 is moved downwards out of contact with the curved bar 264 which is moved back to its lower position by the positioning spring 267, so moving the sliding bolt 274 downwards out of the path of movement of the teeth of the circular gear 260 and unlocking the circular gear 260 to rotate and the weight 262 to move downwards, transferring the force from the lifted weight 262 to the moving elongate pole member 250 through the wound line 261, rotating shaft 259, circular gear 260 and linear gear 268 and adding the weight of the weight 262 to the downwards movement of the elongate pole member 250.

In this example embodiment a moving body is comprised of an elongate pole member 250 with a floatation element 251 and end stop 252 attached to it that moves substantially vertically within the fluid but can be comprised of any type of body, member or collection of components of any dimension or configuration which can be compact or elongate that moves on or within the fluid as a result of wave action.

Any such moving body can be comprised of or have attached or connected to it, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating buoyant component, object or assembly in any number or combination or can be comprised of or have attached or connected to it any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged pivoting or moveable concave or cupped component, disk or plate and can move vertically, horizontally, rotationally or a combination of such.

Any such moving body can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating components, parts, extensions or assembly's attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. There can be one or multiples of such moving body's.

In an alternative example a moving body can be comprised of a body that moves rotationally within or above the fluid as a result of waves within the fluid. Such a moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of or connected to one or multiple of any type, form or configuration of fluid moved turbine submerged within the fluid and rotated by the movement of the fluid that occurs as a result of passing waves or by being moved through the fluid as a result of passing waves, for example by being connected to any type of floating body or can be comprised of or connected to one or multiple of any type, form or configuration of turbine located above the fluid that is rotated by the movement of air or gas caused by passing waves within the fluid.

In this example embodiment a force applying mechanism or component is comprised of a pulley and line system which conveys the weight of the weight 262 to a rotating component compromised of the circular gear 260 which interacts with the moving body comprised of the elongate pole member 250 but any suitable or known system or mechanism that conveys the weight of the weight 262 or any other heavy or relatively heavy object or component or collection of such to any type or configuration of know or described rotating component can be used.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration and any number of wheels, pulleys, belts, chains or lines in any combination or any type or configuration of linear gear that engages with any type of configuration of circular gear in any number or arrangement with or without gear ratios or any type or configuration of belt drive, chain drive, cable drive or any type or configuration of winch, windlass, spool, roller or drum and any alternatives or equivalents of such in any number, configuration or combination with or without mechanical advantage can be used with any type, form or configuration of weights, weighted components or heavy or relatively heavy objects in any number or combination.

In another example any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi-submerged float, floating component, object or floatation element or any number or such can be used in place of the weight 262 with any such system or mechanism and any alternatives or equivalents of such to rotate the circular gear 260 or at least one other such rotating component.

In another example one or multiple mechanical or gas compression, extension, torsion, helical or coil springs or one or multiple compressible, stretchable or elastic materials or components in any number or combination can be used in place of, or in addition to, the weight 262 with any such system or mechanism and any alternatives or equivalents of such to rotate the circular gear 260 or at least one other such rotating component

Alternatively any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of torsion spring including any type of spiral or flat torsion spring can be connected or attached to the circular gear 260 or other rotating component. The spring or springs being, for example, tensioned or wound as the circular gear 260 is rotated in one direction by the movement of the elongate pole member 250 or other moving body and locked or held in that state of tension when the circular gear 260 or other rotating component disengages from the elongate pole member 250 and released when the circular gear 260 or other rotating component re-engages with the elongate pole member 250 as the elongate pole member 250 moves in the other direction. Additionally any number or type of intermediate gears in any configuration or ratio or other such system or mechanism and any alternatives or equivalents of such can be implemented between the circular gear 260 or other rotating component and the one or multiple torsion springs or equivalents or alternatives.

There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of locking mechanisms and changing connections and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is comprised of a linear gear 268 and circular gear 260 located between a weight 262 and a moving body comprised of the elongate pole member 250 but there can be multiple changing connections which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of inconstant, changing or moving connection which can be located between any two or more parts or components of the device.

Any type, form or configuration of linear and circular gear in any number or combination or any other known or described type or configuration of rotating component that is rotated against a linear component of any shape or dimensions can used as such a changing connection.

In this example embodiment a locking mechanism is comprised of a rotation lock 270 engaged by a locking ridge 269 but one or multiple rotation locks that interact with one or multiple rotating components can be used and can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable catch, lock or latch mechanism or apparatus or any other type or configuration of moving object or obstruction that moves to hold, block or prevent the rotation of a rotating component in one or more directions.

Such a mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any known or suitable type or configuration of mechanical or solenoid brake, caliper or breaking system, a ratchet and pawl mechanism, clamping mechanism, friction lock or brake, moving latch, catch or bolt or other physical obstruction or gripping mechanism or electromagnetic lock or any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination which can obstruct, engage or interact with any part of the circular gear 260 or any other rotating component or the weight 262 or conveyance system or any equivalents or alternatives or any mechanism or component connected to such or any equivalents or alternatives of such.

Alternatively a weight or weights, comprised in this example embodiment of the weight 262, can be retained at a higher level and a state of potential energy by moving or being moved to a supported position or placement, which can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of weight holder, while not engaged with the moving body comprised, in this example, of the elongate pole member 250.

In an alternative example there can be no such locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the circular gear 260 or other rotating component, weight 262 or conveyance system or other such system or mechanism and any alternatives or equivalents of such.

In an alternative example there can be no type or configuration of changing or inconstant connection between the weight 262 and the moving body comprised of the elongate pole member 250 and any alternatives or equivalents or any other parts or components of the device and the weight 262 or any alternatives or equivalents can remain engaged with and effecting the elongate pole member 250 or other moving body throughout the full range of its movement. The changing connection between the weight 262 and moving body comprised of the elongate pole member 250 and the rotation lock are, in this example embodiment, engaged and disengaged through mechanical interaction between components of the device, but any locking mechanism for the weight or alternatives or changing connection between the weight and moving body or any other point can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system.

There can be multiples of such force applying mechanisms or components in any number or combination effecting a moving body, comprised in this example embodiment of the elongate pole member 250 and any equivalents or alternatives, separately or simultaneously in one or multiple directions of it's movement.

There can be, for example but not limited to, a second assembly comprised of a second rotating shaft, circular gear, line, pulley and weight which is locked and unlocked by a second rotation lock positioned on the other side of the elongate pole member to the first assembly and which engages with and interacts with a second locking ridge and linear gear attached to the elongate pole member and which are, for example, configured to unlock and engage with and apply an upwards force against the elongate pole member 250 or other moving body after it has disengaged from the first such assembly which, as described, applies a downwards force to the elongate pole member 250.

The example embodiment in FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 11 to FIG. lip is one example embodiment, in FIG. 11 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 1 Ip is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 11 a to FIG.

1 le are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this representation, is comprised of a stand 201 located at a stationary or relatively stationary position below the surface of the fluid, the stand 201 can be comprised of any structure or component that provides a stable footing for the vertical rail 202, and can, for example, be seated on the bottom surface of the fluid or attached to another structure or moored at a relatively fixed depth within the fluid.

Extending upwards from the top of the submerged stand 201 to a distance above the surface of the fluid is a rigid vertical rail 202, the vertical rail 202 has a rectangular profile when viewed from above with one shorter side of the rectangular profile facing toward the upright member 208. Attached to the top of the vertical rail 202 is the end cap 203 which is wider than the wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202. The vertical rail 202 is comprised, in this example, of a narrower lower section 204 and a wider upper section 205. The transition between the narrower lower section 204 and the wider upper section 205 is comprised of the curving section 206. The curving section 206 curves inwards and downwards from the side of the wider upper section 205 that faces towards the upright member 208 to the side of the narrower lower section 204 that faces towards the upright member 208.

Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, compromised of a float member 207 and an upright member 208, the float member 207 moves vertically along the length of the vertical rail 202. The upright member 208 of the moving body in this example embodiment comprises a moving mount for the spring 212 which is mounted on the upright member 208 through the rotating connection

211 and moves on the upright member 208 of the moving body while in a held state

The float member 207 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and can be compromised of any component or combination or assembly of components that float on or within the fluid, for example but not limited to, an airtight sealed hull or a solid construction comprised of a material lighter than the fluid it floats within.

The float member 207 moves along the length of the relatively stationary vertical rail 202 as it rises and falls as a result of wave action within the fluid. In this example embodiment the float member 207 moves along the length of, and is maintained in the correct orientation and position in relation to, the vertical rail 202 by the vertical rail 202 extending through a rectangular vertical hole that runs through the float member 207 that conforms to the dimensions of the rectangular vertical profile of the vertical rail 202 and which is wide enough to accommodate the wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202.

The upright member 208 extends upwards from the top face of the float member 207 and is parallel with but not in contact with the vertical rail 202, the upright member 208 has a square profile when viewed from above and a sloping top face that slopes away from the vertical rail 202.

A spring holder 209 is sunk into the horizontal side face of the upright member 208 that faces towards the vertical rail 202, the spring holder 209 is comprised, in this example embodiment, of a recess in the side of the upright member 208 that is of a vertical length and horizontal depth sufficient to accommodate the spring 212 when the spring 212 is compressed.

The spring holder 209 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any body, cavity or housing or any assembly or collection of components that hold the spring 212 in a state of compression and energy retention by obstructing the expansion of the spring 212 when the spring

212 has moved into such a body, cavity or housing or moved into contact with such an assembly or collection of components while the spring 212 is in a compressed or partially compressed state and can be located anywhere, in this example, on the upright member 208 or on the float member 207.

In this example embodiment the spring holder 209 has a flat vertical rear face and an upper curved section 210 that curves outwards and upwards from the flat rear face of the spring holder 209 to the external horizontal side face of the upright member 208 that faces towards the vertical rail 202.

The spring 212 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a compression gas spring which is attached at one end to the upright member 208 through the rotating connection 211 located at the bottom of the spring holder 209. The spring 212 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or deformable or compressible material or component and there can be any number of such in any combination.

A changing connection is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a rotating roller 214 that is attached to the opposite end of the spring 212 to the rotating connection 211. The roller 214 is in this example comprised of a wheel that freely rotates and provides a point of moving contact between the end of the spring 212 and the sides of the vertical rail 202 and spring holder 209.

The freely rotating roller 214 comprises a changing moving connection which enables the end of the spring 212 to move along the sides of the vertical rail 202 and the spring holder 209 and can be comprised of any component, material or assembly that moves along or across a relatively stationary surface, for example but not limited to, a rotating or non-rotating wheel or bearing, a low friction surface or attachment or a smooth or rounded end cap or any equivalents or alternatives of such or, for example, can be comprised of any component that moves along a track or within a groove that runs the along length or a section of the vertical rail 202.

In this example embodiment the float member 207 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and as it is moved by passing waves rises and falls along the length of the stationary or relatively stationary vertical rail 202. The upright member 208 rigidly attached to the top of the float member 207 moves with the float member 207 in relation to the vertical rail 202.

The spring 212, attached to the upright member 208 at the bottom of the spring holder 209 by the rotating connection 211, moves with the upright member 208 and float member 207 and rotates on the rotating connection 211. The freely rotating roller 214 is attached to the other end of the spring 212 to the rotating connection 211 and the spring 212 is not secured or attached to any other point.

The spring 212 and spring holder 209 are located on the side of the upright member 208 that faces towards the parallel vertical rail 202 with the spring 212 extending upwards from the rotating connection 211 located at the bottom of the spring holder 209.

The rotating connection 211 is orientated so that the spring 212 rotates between the upright member

208 and the vertical rail 202, the dimensions of the spring 212 being such that the end of the spring 212 to which the roller 214 is attached can rotate no further than the side of the spring holder 209 in one direction and the side of the narrower lower section 204 of the vertical rail 202 in the other, maintaining the upwards orientation of the spring 212 on the rotating connection 211.

The space between the side of the wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202 that faces towards the upright member 208 and the side of the parallel upright member 208 above the spring holder

209 that faces towards the vertical rail 202 is narrower than the width of the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 and the roller 214, and so the spring 212, can not move into this space.

The furthest point, in this example, that the spring 212 can uncompress to away from the rotating connection 211 is either the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 or the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202, depending on which is further above the rotating connection 211, which is dependent on the position of the moving float member 207, upright member 208 and spring 212 in relation to the relatively stationary vertical rail 202.

As the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 freely rotates this prevents the roller 214 and so the spring 212 from finding purchase on either the upper curved section 210 of the spring holder 209 or the curving section 206 of the vertical rail 202 as both curve away from the spring 212 and roller 214.

The roller 214 on the end of the spring 212, in this example, when pushed towards the curved sections 210 and 206 by the spring 212 will roll off of either of the curved sections 210 and 206 unless prevented from doing so by either the upper side face of the upright member 208 above the spring holder 209 or the side of the wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202, depending on the position of the float member 207, upright member 208 and so spring 212 and spring holder 209 in relation to the vertical rail 202.

As shown in FIG. 1 la to FIG. 1 le if, due to the movement of the float member 207 as a result of wave action within the fluid, the float member 207 moves downwards in relation to the vertical rail 202 to a point where the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 is above and so further away from the end of the spring 212 attached to rotating connection 211 than the curved section 210 of the spring holder 209 the roller 214 will be rolled off of the curved section 210 of the spring holder

209 and onto the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 as the spring 212 pushes the roller 214 upwards.

The roller 214 then has no space to move upwards beyond the curved section 206 of the rail 202 unless the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 moves back above the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202, so while the float member 207 continues to be moved downwards below this point the spring 212 will uncompress between the relatively stationary curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and the rotating connection 211 attached to the upright member 208 and apply a downwards force against the moving upright member 208 and float member 207.

This downwards force from the spring 212 will continue to be applied until the float member 207 and upright member 208 have moved a distance below the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 that is greater than the extent of the spring 212.

Below which point the spring 212 will be fully uncompressed and the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 will disengage from the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 by moving out of contact and away from the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and the float member 207 and upright member 208 will move separate to the effect of the spring 212 while the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 is maintained in a position for re-engagement with the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 as it rolls along the side of the narrower lower section 204 of the vertical rail 202.

If the float member 207 and upright member 208 are moved by passing waves back above this point the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 will come back into contact with and re-engage with the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and as the float member 207 and upright member 208 continue to move upwards the spring 212, which is not of a strength sufficient to overcome the buoyancy of the float member 207, will be compressed between the rotating connection 211 and the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202.

If this upwards movement of the upright member 208 and float member 207 continues until the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 reaches a point above the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202, and so is moved further away from the end of the spring 212 attached to the rotating connection 211 than the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202, this will allow the roller 214 to roll off to the side of, and disengage from, the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and onto the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 as it is pushed by the spring 212.

After this point in the upwards movement of the upright member 208 and float member 207, once the roller 214 has disengaged from the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 by moving into the spring holder 209, the roller 214 has no space to move upwards beyond the curved upper section

210 of the spring holder 209 unless the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 moves back below the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202, and the spring 212 is held compressed, in a state of stored energy, within the spring holder 209 between the rotating connection 211 at the bottom of the spring holder 209 and the curved section 210 at the top of the spring holder 209. The spring 212 so held applying no force between the moving upright member 208 and float member 207 and the relatively stationary vertical rail 202 and the roller 214 on the end of the spring 212 maintained in a position for re-engagement with the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 as it rolls along the side of the wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202

The upright member 208 and float member 207 moving separate to the effect of the spring 212 which is held compressed within the spring holder 209 until the upright member 208 and float member 207 move back downwards to the point where the curved upper section 210 of the spring holder 209 is moved back below the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and the roller 214 is moved by the spring 212 back against, and re-engages with, the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 and the now released spring 212 again applies a downwards force to the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and upright member 208.

In another example the stand 201 or other framing or supporting structure can be located above the surface of the fluid and attached to a stationary or relatively stationary point for example a vessel, pier or pontoon or the vertical rail 202 can be directly attached to a stationary or relatively stationary point or structure. The upright member 208 can be orientated in any direction and can be located above, below or to the side of the float member 207, the float member 207 and upright member 208 can be one single component, there can be multiple upright member's or float member's.

The device can be orientated in the opposite vertical direction with the spring 212 applying an upwards force to the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and upright member 208.

The vertical rail 202, float member 207 and upright member 208 can be of any shape, dimension or configuration and there can be any number of such in any combination.

A moving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 which moves vertically along the length of the vertical rail 202 but can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body that floats on or within the fluid or non-floating body that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action and can move horizontally, diagonally, rotationally, vertically or in any other direction of motion or in any combination of such motions and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions which can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

In an alternative example the moving body can be comprised of the vertical rail 202 or other extended or elongated member or component that is comprised of or has attached to it floatation means and that moves in relation to any stationary or relatively stationary point or structure.

In this example embodiment a gas compression spring 212 applies force to a moving body compromised of the float member 207 and upright member 208 but any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including any type of compression, extension or torsion spring can be implemented in place of, or in addition to, the spring 212 and any number of such springs in any combination can be employed.

For example but not limited to, any type or configuration of mechanical or gas extension spring can apply force to the moving body by, for example but not limited to, being attached and stretched between the upper end of the spring holder 209 and the lower end of a rigid member that takes the place of the compression spring 212 and is pulled upwards against either the top of the spring holder 209 when the extension spring is held in an extended state or the curved section 206 of the vertical rail 202 when the extension spring is applying force between the moving body and vertical rail 202 via the rigid member. Any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or other elastic, deformable, compressible or stretchable material or component can be used in any combination.

Any type or configuration of mechanism or component that extends and retracts to provide a pushing force between the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 or any alternatives or equivalents and the relatively stable vertical rail 202 or other point or position can also be used, for example but not limited to, a rigid member or assembly moved by a weight or weights through any form of pulley, gear, winch or conveyor system and any alternatives or equivalents and held in a state of potential energy by a weight holder or locking mechanism, or, if the upright member 208 is situated submerged below the float member 207, a rigid member or assembly moved by a float or floatation elements through any form of pulley, gear, winch or conveyor system and any alternatives or equivalents and held in a sate of potential energy by a float holder or locking mechanism.

In this example embodiment a moving mount is comprised of the upright member 208 the spring 212 is mounted on via the rotating connection 211, the spring 212 moving, while in a held state within the spring holder 209, with the upright member 208 which is attached to the float member 207 that moves along the vertical rail 202.

The spring 212 or any other such force applying mechanism or component can be mounted on or attached or connected to any type, form or configuration of moving mount that is comprised of or that is attached or connected to, for example but not limited to, any part, component, member or assembly that moves on or along a rail, line, guide, rod, bar or other extended member, protrusion or projection or within or along a groove, slot, opening or other extended niche or recess or vice versa or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number or combination.

In another example the spring 212 or any other such force applying mechanism or component can be mounted on or attached or connected to any other type, form or configuration of moving mount, for example but not limited to, one or multiple moving or extending arms, rods, bars or other members or a circular gear or gears or other circular components that move along a linear gear or gears or other linear components or any type or configuration of belt conveyor system in any number or combination.

A changing connection is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the rotating roller 214 attached to the end of the spring 212 which moves along the sides of the vertical rail 202 but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of component or assembly of components that moves on or along one or multiple extended components or of any other type, form or configuration of moving, changing, inconstant or unsecured connection and any equivalents or alternatives and there can be one or multiple of such which can be located between any one or more parts or components of the device.

A spring holder 209 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a recess in the side of the upright member 208 that is of a vertical length and horizontal depth sufficient to accommodate the spring 212 when the spring 212 is compressed.

The spring holder 209 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, one or multiple other parts or components of the device or one or multiple physical obstructions, for example, any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, cavity, frame, housing, case, sleeve, tube, jacket or collar or any equivalents or alternatives that the spring 212 or any other such force application component or mechanism moves into contact with and is held by while in a state of compression or extension or stored energy or force and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In this example embodiment a spring holder 209 retains the spring 212 in a state of tension and potential energy, in another example any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism can be used in place of or in combination with the spring holder 209 or any alternatives and equivalents and can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or suitable catch, lock or latch mechanism or any other type or configuration of moving object or obstruction that moves or changes state to block or prevent the spring 212 or any other such force applying mechanism or component from moving or releasing tension or stored force.

In an alternative example embodiment there can be no such locking mechanism or spring holder 209 holding or locking the spring 212 or any other such force applying mechanism or component.

There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of holders and moving mounts and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

There can be, for example but not limited to, a second spring attached within a second spring holder by a second rotating connection with a second roller on the end located to the side of the first set of such on the upright member 208 and orientated in the opposite vertical direction that interacts with a wider lower section and narrower upper section on the vertical rail 202 that are orientated in the opposite vertical direction and located to the side of the narrower lower section 204 and wider upper section 205 of the vertical rail 202.

The second spring being compressed and held within the second holder while the first spring applies a downwards force to the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 by pushing between the moving body and vertical rail 202 and the first spring being compressed and held within the first holder while the second spring applies an upwards force to the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 by pushing between the moving body and vertical rail 202.

In an alternative example the spring 212 and spring holder 209 or such any alternatives or equivalents can be attached to the vertical rail 202 or any alternative and engage with and disengage from the the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 or any alternatives or equivalents.

In an alternative example the spring 212 or any such alternatives or equivalents can remain connected to both the moving body compromised of the float member 207 and the upright member 208 and the vertical rail 202 through the full range of the moving body's movement with no disengagement occurring.

The example embodiment in FIG. 11 to FIG. lip and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p is one example embodiment in which a weight is applied to, and removed from, a moving body by the implementation of a changing connection between the weight and the moving body, and the weight is held in a stationary position in relation to the moving body when it is not applied to the moving body by a weight holder.

In FIG. 12 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 12p is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 12a to FIG. 12e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this representation, is comprised of a moving body, comprised, in this example, of a spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283.

The spar member 281 is comprised of a vertically orientated rigid spar with a square profile that is submerged within the fluid below a floating shell 282 that is attached to the top of the spar member 281. The spar member 281 can be comprised of any rigid or semi rigid extended or elongated member or component or collection or assembly of components.

The floating shell 282 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and can be comprised of any buoyant or floating member, body, object or assembly of any shape or configuration, for example but not limited to, any form of gas or air filled sealed chamber, shell or hull or a solid or composite construction that is overall less dense than the surrounding fluid and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Rigidly attached to the bottom of the spar member 281 is, in this example, an end stop 283 which is wider than the square profile of the spar member 281.

As the floating shell 282 is moved by waves on or near the surface of the fluid the spar member 281, which hangs below the floating shell 282 within the fluid, is moved also.

As the spar member 281 is moved within the fluid it moves through the spar member guide 284, the spar member guide 284 extends rigidly out from a supporting body 285.

The spar member guide 284 can be comprised of any component or assembly that encloses around the sides of the spar member 281 and keeps the spar member 281 aligned in respect to the rest of the device.

The supporting body 285 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a solid rigid cuboid submerged within the fluid that remains stationary or relatively stationary in relation to the moving spar member 281.

The supporting body 285 can be comprised of any fixed, stationary or relatively stationary position or structure or any body, member or combination or assembly of any shape, configuration or complexity of components that provide a supporting and framing structure for the rest of the device and can remain stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid in relation to the moving spar member 281 through, for example but not limited to, being comprised of or attached to a solid stationary structure such as a concrete block, a pile or a submerged metal frame or by being rigidly or fixedly moored within the fluid or through being submerged within the fluid and having virtual mass means such as a horizontal panel or disks attached to it. A weight holder is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a rail 286 that extends vertically upwards from the top face of the supporting body 285 on the side closest to the spar member 281.

The rail 286 has a square profile with a straight vertical section extending upwards from the supporting body 285 and a curved upper section 287 at its top end that curves away from the spar member 281 and around and down to meet the horizontal upper section 289 of the rail support 288.

The rail support 288 extends vertically upwards from the top face of the supporting body 285 on the side furthest from the spar member 281 and has a horizontal upper section 289 which is attached to the end of the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286.

A rider 290 moves freely along the length of the rail 286 and is, in this example, comprised of a square collar with slightly larger dimensions than the square profile of the rail 286.

The rail 286 and rider 290 can be comprised of any two or more components in which one moves along, on or within another or in which one moves in relation to another, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rail, runner, glider, track, channel, pole, slider or any alternatives or equivalents of such or any type or configuration of geared or toothed linear and circular components in which one is engaged with and moves along another or rotating wheel or roller that moves along a linear member or assembly or any alternatives or equivalents of such which can have bearings or any other friction reducing or movement increasing means.

In this example embodiment a weight 291 is rigidly attached to the rider 290, the weight 291 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of weighted material or component or combination of weighted materials or components and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a solid metal or ceramic component or components or of a housing, chamber or case containing for example sand, rocks or ball bearings or can be comprised of a combination of dense materials or any other heavy or relativity heavy or weighted component or assembly of components.

The weight 291 and rider 290 are in this example embodiment two separate components attached together but can be one single component, the weight 291 can for example incorporate a rider in it's shape or configuration.

The weight 291 while it is engaged with and applied to the moving body comprised in this example of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 moves along the rail 286 via the rider 290 rigidly attached to the weight 291. The square shape of the rider 290 comprised of a square collar corresponds to the square profile of the rail 286 and maintains the weight's 291 orientation in respect to the spar member 281 and the rest of the device.

The weight 291 has, in this example embodiment, a longer rigid projection 292 and a shorter rigid projection 293 extending outwards from one side of it.

A changing connection is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a connector 294 which is rigidly attached to the side of the spar member 281 that faces towards the weight 291 and supporting body 285.

The connector 294 is, in this example, comprised of a solid rigid protrusion extending out from the side of the spar member 281 which has a flat upper face and a sloped lower face and which extends out from the side of the spar member 281 to an extent to be almost of a level with, but to not come into contact with, the rail 286. The connector 294 moves into contact with and connects with and moves out of contact with and disconnects from the longer 292 and shorter 293 projections of the weight 291 during the course of the spar member's 281 movement within the fluid.

The connector 294 can be comprised of any component or assembly of components that is attached to or that forms part of the moving body, comprised in this example of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283, that moves into and out of contact with the weight 291 or a projecting part or parts of the weight 291 or a component or components attached to the weight 291.

In this example embodiment the floating shell 282 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and as it is moved by passing waves the spar member 281 attached to its underside is moved within the fluid, the spar member 281 moving through the spar member guide 284 in relation to the relatively stationery supporting body 285.

The weight 291 moves along the rail 286 via the rider 290, the rail 286 is attached to the relatively stationary supporting body 285 and so remains relatively stationary in relation to the spar member 281 while not connected to the spar member 281.

While the weight 291 is connected to and engaged with the spar member 281 through the changing connection comprised of the connector 294 the weight 291 is moved by the spar member 281 along the rail 286 and in this example the weight 291 applies a downwards force to the movement of the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 while engaged with the spar member 281 via the connector 294.

In this example embodiment a weight holder is comprised of the rail 286. The shape and dimensions of the rail 286 guide the movement of the weight 291 while the weight 291 is engaged with the spar member 281 via the connector 294. The position and the shape of the rail 286 hold the weight 291 in an upper and a lower position when the weight 291 is not engaged with the spar member 281 via the connector 294.

FIG. 12 shows the example embodiment at a point in its operation where the connector 294 is above and not in contact with the weight 291 and the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 is above the range of its movement effected by the weight 291 and is not engaged with the weight 291 and does not have the weight of the weight 291 applied to it.

While the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 is above the range of its movement effected by the weight 291 the weight 291 is held in it's upper position by the weight holder, comprised in this example, of the rail 286.

In this upper position the weight of the weight 291 rests on the horizontal upper section 289 of the rail support 288 which is behind the curved upper section 287 of the of the rail 286 and on the rider 290 which is positioned horizontally at the top of the curve of the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286, the weight of the weight 291 resting against these two horizontal points will not move the weight 291 from this position, in this way the shape and orientation of the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 prevents the weight 291 from moving downwards along the rail 286 and holds the weight 291 in it's upper, more elevated position until the weight 291 is moved by the connector 291 attached to the spar member 281.

The weight 291 is moved from it's upper position, in this example embodiment, by the changing connection comprised of the connector 294 attached to the spar member 281 moving downwards against and into contact with the longer projection 292 which extends horizontally from the weight 291 towards the spar member 281 when the weight 291 is in it's upper position.

As the connector 294 is moved downwards against the longer projection 292 of the weight 219 by the downwards movement of the spar member 281 this pushes the longer projection 292 down which rotates the rider 290 and so weight 291 around the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 towards the spar member 281 and away from the horizontal upper section 289 of the rail support 288 and moves the weight 291 out of its held position as the rider 290 and weight 291 are moved to the downwards curve of the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 that slopes downwards towards the spar member 281.

Once the weight 291 has been rotated down around the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 by the downwards movement of the connector 294 attached to the spar member 281 the shorter projection 293 of the weight 291 will be moved downwards into contact with the top face of the connector 294 and the weight of the weight 291 will rest on the connector 294 attached to the spar member 281 and so be applied to the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283.

Once the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 has been moved downwards to a point where the connector 291 attached to the spar member 281 has moved below the bottom of the rail 286 the rider 290 will have reached the bottom of the rail 286 and come into contact with the upper face of the supporting body 285 and the weight 291 will have reached the lower limit of its range of travel and as the connector 2 1 continues to move down it will move out of contact with the weight 291 and the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 will disengage from and move out of contact with the weight 291.

The weight 291 will remain at this less elevated downwards position until the moving body, comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283, is moved back up by passing waves to the point where the connector 291 attached to the spar member 281 is moved into contact with and upwards against the shorter projection 293 of the weight 291 and the weight of the weight 291 is applied back to the spar member 281 via the connector 291 as the spar member 281 is moved upwards past this point and the weight 291 via the rider 290 is raised along the length of the vertical section of the rail 286.

Once the moving body, comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283, has been moved up to and above the level where the rider 290 has reached the top of the vertical section of the rail 286 the upwards movement of the connector 291 attached to the spar member 281 rotates the weight 291 and the rider 290 up and around the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 and back into the weight's 291 upper more elevated held position on the weight holder comprised of the rail 286 with the weight of the weight 291 resting on the horizontal upper section 289 of the rail support 288 and on the rider 290 which is positioned horizontally at the top of the curve of the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 and the connector 291 as it continues to move upwards will move out of contact with the weight 291 and the moving body, comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 will cease to have the weight of the weight 291 applied to it until it moves back down into engagement with the weight 291.

The moving body is in this example embodiment comprised of a spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 in an elongate configuration that moves substantially vertically within the fluid but the moving body can be comprised of any component or collection of components in an elongate or non-elongate configuration that move on or within the fluid as a result of passing waves in one or multiple direction of movement, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body that floats on or within the fluid or non-floating body that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action and can move horizontally, diagonally, rotationally, vertically or in any other direction of motion or in any combination of such motions and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions which can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

In this example embodiment a weight 291 is used to apply a downwards force to a moving body which is comprised in this example of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283, the weight 291 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of weight or weighted component and there can be any number or combination of such used.

In another example any type, form or configuration of weight or heavy object in any number can be, for example but not limited to, attached to a line and pulley system or any equivalents or alternatives and apply an upwards force to the moving body.

With, for example but not limited to, the rail 286 being positioned in the opposite vertical direction with the curved section 287 of the rail 286 at the bottom instead of the top and a pulley attached to the top of the rail 286, with the weight or heavy object attached to one end of a line which goes around the pulley and is attached to the rider 290, the rider 290 having for example two projections on it which interact with the connector 294.

The weight of the weight or heavy object pulling the rider 290 upwards against the moving body via the line and pulley and the rider 290 being held on the curved lower section of the rail 286 with the weight or heavy object maintained at a raised position when disengaged from the moving body when the moving body moves below the range of the rider 290.

This and any alternatives or equivalents of such can be implement in addition to the weight, rider and rail system used in the example embodiment.

In another example the weight 291 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or a mechanism or component moved by a mechanical or gas spring and any combination or number of such can be used.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas extension spring or elastic or stretchable material in any number or combination can be attached and stretched between the bottom of the rail 286 or the top of the supporting body 285 and the rider 290, the rider 290 having for example two projections on it which interact with the connector 294 and the rider 290 being held on the curved upper section 287 of the rail 286 with the extension spring or elastic material stretched and in extension while the spar member 281 or other moving body moves above the range of its effect.

In another example the weight 291 can be replaced with any type, form or configuration of float, floatation element or floating component or a mechanism or component moved by a float or floating component and any combination or number of such components or mechanisms can be employed.

For example but not limited to, the weight 291 can be replaced with any type or configuration of submerged float or floating object which can apply an upwards force to the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 via the connector 294 with the rail 286 being positioned in the opposite vertical direction with the curved section 287 of the rail 286 at the bottom instead of the top. In another example any type, form or configuration of spring, weight or float moved mechanism can apply force to the spar member 281 or other moving body and be held by the rail 286 or any other holder while disengaged from the moving body.

There can be any number or combination of such components or mechanisms such as springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms held by one or multiple of such holders and effecting one or multiple of such moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is comprised of the connector 294 and is attached to the moving body comprised of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 and connects to and disconnects from the weight 291.

In other examples the changing connection can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of connector or connector or coupler mechanism or of any other changing, inconstant or unfixed connection or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be one or multiple of such attached to one or multiple parts or components of the device.

In this example embodiment a weight holder that holds the weight 291 in an elevated position while it is not connected to or applied to the moving body comprised in, this example, of the spar member 281, floating shell 282 and end stop 283 is comprised of the rail 286 the weight 291 moves along which has a curved upper section 287 that holds and prevents the weight 291 from moving until the weight 291 is reconnected to the moving body but can be comprised of any change in the shape, dimensions or direction or angle of the rail 286 or any other component the weight 291 or any alternatives or equivalents moves along, on or within or can be comprised of any component incorporated into or separate to the rail 286 or other component the weight 291 or any alternatives or equivalents moves along, on or within, that the weight 291 or any alternatives or equivalents moves over or into contact with.

In other examples a weight holder or other such component or mechanism holder such as a spring or float holder or spring, weight or float moved mechanism holder that blocks or arrests the movement of the weight 291 or other such component or mechanism or any alternatives or equivalents can form part of or can be attached or incorporated into any part, segment or section of the apparatus or component or combination of components that the weight 291 or other such component or mechanism or any alternatives or equivalents moves on, in or along and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of bend, curve or twist or other change in angle or direction or any type or configuration of recess or protrusion in any number or combination.

In other examples a weight holder or other such component or mechanism holder can, for example but not limited to, be comprised any type, form or configuration of bar, plate, block, beam, ridge, hook, rod, panel, member or any other type of projection or protrusion or any type, form or configuration of case, sleeve slot, collar, chamber, groove, socket or any other type of or recessed or concave part or component or any type, form or configuration of permanent or electro magnet or high friction surface, textured or patterned surface any alternatives or equivalents of such or any other part or component of the device that the weight 291 or other such component or mechanism or any alternative or equivalent moves into physical contact or engagement with or moves into a blocked or obstructed position in relation to.

A weight holder or other such component or mechanism holder holder can be comprised of multiples of such in any combination and configuration. There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of holders and changing connections and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

In other examples any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism with one or more moving parts or components can be used instead of, or in addition to, any type, form or configuration of weight holder or other such component or mechanism holder to prevent the movement of the weight 291 or any other such component or mechanism or any alternatives or equivalents while they are not connected to or applied to the spar member 281 or other moving body.

Any such connector or other changing connection and holder or locking mechanism can be mechanically or electronically controlled and operated.

In other examples no weight holder or other such component or mechanism holder or locking mechanism can be implemented.

The example embodiment in FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p is one example embodiment, in FIG. 13 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 13p is a close up perspective front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 13a to FIG. 13e are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a framing structure comprised of an upright section 301 and a horizontal section 302, the horizontal section 302 is located beneath the surface of the fluid.

The framing structure can be comprised of any body, structure or assembly of any suitable shape or configuration and size or complexity that provides framing or support for the elements of the device.

Extending upwards from the horizontal section 302 of the framing structure is a vertical pole member 303.

The framing structure and vertical pole member 303 remain stationary or relatively stationary within the fluid, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the framing structure being seated on or attached to a stationery object such as a pier, plinth, pile, base or the bed of the fluid itself or through being fixedly or stably moored within the fluid or through any other suitable means or methods. The pole member 303 extends upwards through a vertical hole running through a moving body comprised in this example embodiment of a cuboid floating body 304.

The floating body 304 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and moves vertically up and down the pole member 303 as a result of passing waves. The shape of the pole member 303 compliments the shape of the hole in the floating body 304 through which it passes and maintains the floating bodies 304 orientation in regard to the rest of the device, this can, for example, be triangular, square, hexagonal or any other suitable shape or profde, or the pole member 303 can have running along its length a ridge or rail that fits into a corresponding groove on the floating body 304 or vice versa or any other guidance means can be employed.

The end cap 305 attached to the top of the pole member 303 prevents the floating body 304 from leaving the pole member 303.

The floating body 304 can be of any shape or configuration and can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a sealed hull or container or a material or combination or materials that overall are less dense than the fluid they are situated within or any element or combination of elements that float on or within the fluid and can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating components, parts, extensions or assembly's attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components and there can be one or multiple floating body's that are separate or attached to one another.

The role of the pole member 303 is, in this example embodiment, to provide a guide for the floating body 304 to traverse vertically when moved by passing waves, any suitable elongate component or a combination or collection of components arrayed vertically can be employed to fulfil this role, alternatively the floating body 304 can, for example, be extended or elongated in it's shape and move within a guide or guides or the floating body 304 can have connected to it an extended or elongated component that moves within a guide or guides or there can be employed any combination of such.

The upright section 301 of the framing structure is parallel to and to the side of the pole member 303 along which the floating body 304 moves. Attached to the top of the upright section 301 that faces towards the pole member 303 is, in this example, a mounting block 306.

In this example embodiment located between the upright section 301 of the framing structure and the pole member 303 is a force application mechanism that, in this example, applies a pushing force against the floating body 304 in a downwards direction, a changing connection that connects the force application mechanism to the floating body 304 while the floating body 304 moves within the range of the force application mechanism, a locking mechanism that locks the force application mechanism in a state of potential energy while the floating body 304 is moving above the range of the force application mechanism and a disconnecter mechanism that disconnects the force application mechanism from the floating body 304 when the floating body 304 moves above the range of the force application mechanism,

In this example embodiment the force application mechanism is comprised of a first tube 308 and a second tube 309, the first tube 308 being of a larger diameter than the second tube 309 and the second tube 309 being located within the first tube 308. The second tube 309 moving within the first tube 308 and extending outwards and downwards from and retracting upwards and into the first tube 308.

The opening 310 at the bottom of the first tube 308 being narrower than the rest of the first tube 308 and fitting more closely around the second tube 309, the upper end of the second tube 309 being prevented from exiting the lower end of the first tube 308 by having a lip, protrusion or projections located on the upper end section of the second tube 309 within the first tube 308 that cannot fit through the opening 310 at the lower end of the first tube 308.

The opening 310 at the bottom of the first tube 308 having a sloping outside edge that slopes inwards and downwards from the outside of the first tube 308 to the outside of the second tube 309.

The second tube 309 is moved outwards and downwards from the first tube 308 and against the floating body 304 and so applying a downwards force against the floating body 304 while engaged with the floating body 304.

The second tube 309 can be moved outwards and downwards from the first tube 308 by, for example but not limited to, there being at least one mechanical compression spring of any type or configuration located inside the first tube 308 that is compressed between the upper end of the inside of the first tube 308 and the upper end of the second tube 309 inside the first tube 308.

Alternatively the second tube 309 can be moved outwards and downwards from the first tube 308 by, for example but not limited to, there being at least one mechanical extension spring of any type or configuration located inside the first tube 308 that is attached and stretched between the upper end of the second tube 309 inside the first tube 308 and the inside lower end of the first tube 308.

Alternatively the second tube 309 can be moved outwards and downwards from the first tube 308 by, for example but not limited to, the second tube 309 being of a weight sufficient to move by it's own weight downwards out of the first tube 308, the weight of the second tube 309 determining the level of force it applies to the floating body 304 when moving downwards and outwards from the first tube 308, the weight of the second tube 309 can be increased by, for example but not limited to, the second tube 309 being of a solid construction or being comprised of a dense material or having a core comprised of a dense material.

Alternatively the second tube 309 can be moved outwards and downwards from the first tube 308 by, for example but not limited to, the first tube 308 and second tube 309 forming a gas or air spring in which the gas or air is sealed within the first tube 308 above the upper end of the second tube 309 and compressed within the first tube 308 when the second tube 309 is pushed into the first tube 308.

Any other suitable method to move the second tube 309 downward and outwards from the first tube 308 can be employed and there can be any combination of such implementations to move the second tube 309 downwards out of the first tube 308, for example but not limited to, a mechanical spring can be located inside the first tube 308 and the second tube 309 can also be comprised of a solid dense material.

The first tube 308 and second tube 309 can alternatively be arranged so as to apply a pushing force against the floating body 304 in an upwards direction or can be arranged so as to apply a force against the floating body 304 in any in other desired direction or angle.

If the first tube 308 and second tube 309 are arranged so as to apply a force against the floating body 304 in an upwards direction and are submerged below the floating body 304 while applying force to it the second tube 309 can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating component or element such as a gas or air filled sealed tube or be comprised of a material less dense that the surrounding fluid.

Alternately the first tube 308 and a second tube 309 can be replaced with any other type, form or configuration of component or mechanism or a number of components or mechanisms that apply a force against the floating body 304 in one or multiple direction of the floating body's 304 movement. For example but not limited to, any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring or weight or weighted component or float or floating component or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms attached to at least one rigid or semi rigid member or flexible member that can be pushed.

In this example embodiment the pushing force the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 applies against the floating body 304 in a downwards direction is configured to be of a level to provide resistance to the floating bodies 304 upwards movement and assistance to the floating bodies 304 downwards movement while the floating body 304 is engaged with the force application mechanism but to not be of a level to overcome the buoyancy of the floating body 304.

In this example embodiment the upper end of the first tube 308 is attached to the front side face of the mounting block 306 by a rotating connection 307 which can be comprised of any suitable rotatable connection or fixing. When viewed from the front of the device as in FIG. 13 the first tube 308 rotates on the rotating connection 307 from left to right between the upright section 301 of the framing structure and the pole member 303.

The limit of the first tube's 308 rotation towards the pole member 303 is reached when the side of the first tube 308 comes into contact with the stopper 311 comprised of a solid proj ection fixedly attached to the side of the mounting block 306 to the right of the rotating connection 307.

Attached to the side of the upright section 301 of the framing structure facing towards the first tube 308 below the mounting block 306 is the positioning spring 312 comprised of a mechanical compression spring.

The positioning spring 312 pushes against the first tube 308 and maintains it in it's position against the stopper 311 when it is not interacting with the floating body 304.

The positioning spring 312 can be comprised of any type of spring either mechanical or gas, alternatively a weight and pulley system or any other suitable means or method can be used to maintain the first tube 308 and second tube 309 in a set position while not engaged with the floating floating body 304.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is comprised of a connector mechanism comprising a first half 314 attached to the bottom end of the second tube 309 which connects with a second half 315 that is located on the side of the floating body 304 that faces towards the upright section 301 of the framing structure while the floating body 304 moves within the range of effect of the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309.

The first half of the connector mechanism 314 that is rigidly attached to the lower end of the second tube 309 is in this example comprised of a claw shaped male half that extends outwards towards the floating body 304 and which has a rigid pointed wedge shaped section that faces and extends downwards that fits into the second half of the connector mechanism 315 comprised of a corresponding female half with a hollow upwards facing channel section that runs along the side of the floating body 304 that faces towards the upright section 301 of the framing structure.

The wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 extends further towards the front of the device than the channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 and extends further towards the front of the device than the side of the floating body 304 that faces towards the front of the device.

The force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 being connected with and applying a, in this example, substantially downwards force against the floating body 304 while the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 attached to the end of the second tube 309 is fitted into the hollow upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 located on the floating body 304.

In this example embodiment a locking mechanism is comprised of a locking collar 316 fixedly attached to the outside of the first tube 308 above the opening 310 of the first tube 308. The locking collar 316 has on the side of it a hollow section with a sunken recess 317

Attached to the upper side of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 by the rotating connection 318 in line with the hollow section of the locking collar 316 and sunken recess 317 is the locking bar 319 which is comprised, in this example, of a curved bar with one end extending down below the rotating connection 318 towards the end of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 and the other extending up above the rotating connection 318 and in parallel with the lower section of the second tube 309.

Fixedly attached to the upper end of the curved locking bar 319 is the locking head 320, the locking bar 319 and locking head 320 rotate on the rotating connection 318, the positioning spring 321, comprised of small extension spring located above the rotating connection 318 is attached between the lower side of the locking bar 319 and the upper side of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 and pulls the locking head 320 towards the side of the second tube 309 when no other force is acting on the locking bar 319 or locking head 320.

The rotating connection 318, positioning spring 321, locking bar 319 and locking head 320 move with the first half of the connector mechanism 314 rigidly attached to the lower end of the second tube 309 as the second tube 309 moves into and out of the first tube 308.

The locking head 320 is comprised of a solid block dimensioned so as to fit within the hollow section of the locking collar 316 and the sunken recess 317 and has a flat lower face on the side which faces down towards the rotating connection 318 and a slanted face on the side which is in contact with the second tube 309.

The slanted face on the side of the locking head 320 which faces towards the second tube 309 compliments the sloped outer edge of the opening 310 of the first tube 308 so that when the second tube 309 is moved upwards into the first tube 308 to a point where the locking head 320 is brought into contact with the sloped edge of the opening 310 of the first tube 308 the locking head 320 slides up the sloped edge of the opening 310 and into alignment with the hollow section of the locking collar 316.

When the second tube 309 is moved upwards into the first tube 308 beyond this point the locking head 320 is moved into the hollow section of the locking collar 316, and when the second tube 309 is moved upwards into the first tube 308 to an extent where the flat lower face of the locking head 320 is above the sunken recess 317 within the hollow section of the locking collar 316 the positioning spring 321 pulls the flat lower face of the locking head 320 inwards towards the first tube 308 and over the lower flat inner face of the sunken recess 317 of the locking collar 316.

This locks the second tube 309 in position in relation to the first tube 308 as the second tube 309 cannot move downwards out of the first tube 308 while the lower flat inner face of the sunken recess 317 of the locking collar 316 attached to the first tube 308 obstructs the downwards movement of the flat lower face of the locking head 320 attached to the second tube 309.

The locking head 320 is retained in this obstructed position within the sunken recess 317 by the positioning spring 321 and so the second tube 309 is maintained in its locked position in relation to the first tube 308 until another object acts on and rotates the locking bar 319 that the locking head 320 is rigidly attached to.

In this example embodiment the second tube 309 is released from its locked position in relation to the first tube 308 when the unlock pin 322 comprised, in this example, of a downwards facing rounded projection located above the second half of the connector mechanism 314 on the side of the floating body 304 that faces towards the upright section 301 of the framing structure, is moved downwards against the end of the locking bar 319 below the rotating connection 318, this presses the lower end of the locking bar 319 downwards and rotates the locking bar 319 so that the locking head 320 is moved away from the second tube 309 and out of the sunken recess 317 within the hollow section of the locking collar 316, at which point the flat lower face of the locking head 320 ceases to be obstructed by the lower flat inner face of the sunken recess 317 and the second tube 309 ceases to be obstructed from moving out of the first tube 308.

In this example embodiment a disconnecter mechanism is comprised of a decoupling bar 326 comprised, in this example, of a vertically orientated curved rigid bar attached at its midpoint by the rotating connection 327 to the side face of the floating body 304 that faces towards the front of the device.

The lower end of the decoupling bar 326 curves towards the upright section 301 of the framing structure and extends downwards to a level below the bottom of the channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 and extends out from the front side of the floating body 304 to the same extent as the area of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 that extends beyond the front side of the floating body 304.

The upper section of the decoupling bar 326 above the rotating connection 327 curves outwards and away from the front side of the floating body 304, rigidly attached to the top of the decoupling bar 326 is the second bumper 325 comprised of a solid cylindrical shape.

The second bumper 325 is located further towards the front of the device than the first half of the connector mechanism 314, the second tube 309, locking head 320 or locking bar 319 and so is not in vertical line with and does not interacts with these components.

The decoupling bar 326 freely rotates on the rotating connection 327 and the extent of its rotation in either direction is limited by the upper stopper 328 and lower stopper 330 rigidly attached to the front side of the floating body 304 further away from the upright section 301 of the framing structure than the decoupling bar 326 at the decoupling bar's 326 upper and lower ends.

Rigidly attached to the outside of the locking collar 316 and extending out towards the front of the device to a level in vertical line with the second bumper 325 is the first bumper 324 comprised of a solid cylindrical shape.

When the floating body 304 is moved to its position along the pole member 303 where the second bumper 325 is brought into contact with the first bumper 324 the second bumper 325 rigidly attached to the upper end of the rotating decoupling bar 326 is pushed backwards against the upper stopper 328 by the first bumper 324 rigidly attached to the outside of the locking collar 316.

This rotates the lower end of the decoupling bar 326 away from the lower stopper 330 and further out and away from the side of the floating body 304 that faces towards the upright section 301 of the framing structure than the hollow upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 extends.

When the floating body 304 is moving upwards towards it's position on the pole member 303 where the second bumper 325 is brought into contact with the first bumper 324 the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 attached to the end of the second tube 309 will be fitted into the hollow upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 located on the floating body 304 and the rotation of the lower end of the decoupling bar 326, which extends out from the front side of the floating body 304 to the same extent as the area of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 that extends beyond the front side of the floating body 304, will bring the rotating lower end of the decoupling bar 326 into contact with and against the extended area of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 and push the first half of the connector mechanism 314 up and out of the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315, decoupling the first half of the connector mechanism 314 from the second half 315 and disconnecting the floating body 304 from the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309.

While the floating body 304 is moved by passing waves within the range of it's vertical movement along the pole member 303 effected by the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 the second tube 309 is pushed downwards out of the first tube 308 and applies a pushing force against the floating body 304 which it is connected to via the the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 attached to the end of the second tube 309 being fitted into the hollow upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 located on the floating body 304 and, in this example, provides a resistance to the floating bodies 304 upwards movement and assistance to the floating bodies 304 downwards movement.

When the floating body 304 is moved by passing waves below the range of it's vertical movement along the pole member 303 effected by the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 the second tube 309 will have extended to it's maximum extent from the first tube 308 and have reached the limit of its downwards movement. When the floating body 304 moves below this point the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 located on the side of the floating body 304 will move downwards and out of contact with and disconnect from the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 attached to the end of the second tube 309.

While the floating body 304 is below the range of the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 the positioning spring 312 pushes against the side of the first tube 308, keeping it pressed against the stopper 311, this maintains the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 at a set position in relation to the floating body 304 while not connected to the floating body 304.

This position being such that when the floating body 304 is moved back upwards towards the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 the curved side section 323 of the floating body 304 comes into contact with the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 and as the floating body 304 moves upwards guides the first half of the connector mechanism 314 back towards it's engagement position with the second half of the connector mechanism 315 located on the side of the floating body 304 below the curved side section 323. Once the curved side section 323 of the floating body 304 has passed above the end of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 the positioning spring 312 pushes the end of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 into the space above the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 which brings the first half of the connector mechanism 314 into vertical line with the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 and as the floating body 304 continues to moved upwards the two parts of the connector mechanism 314 and 315 will connect and with one another and re-engage the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 with the floating body 304.

When the floating body 304 is moved by passing waves to the top of the range of it's movement effected by the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 the second tube 309 is pushed by the movement of the floating body 304 into the first tube 308 to an extent that the locking mechanism is engaged through, in this example, the locking head 320 moving up into the hollow section of the locking collar 316 and into the sunken recess 317, locking the second tube 309 in position in relation the first tube 308.

If once the locking mechanism is so engaged the floating body 304 is moved back down the second tube 309 will be limited in it's downwards movement and the unlock pin 322 located on the floating body 304 will move down against and depress the lower end of the locking bar 319 and release the second tube 309 from it's locked position in relation the first tube 308.

If the floating body 304 continues to be moved upwards the space within the hollow section of the locking collar 316 above the lower inner face of the sunken recess 317 is such as to allow the second tube 309 to be moved further into the first tube 308 as the floating body 304 is moved above the point of locking mechanism engagement to an extent where the second bumper 325 is brought into contact and interacts with the first bumper 324, rotating the lower end of the decoupling bar 326 away from the lower stopper 330 and pushing the first half of the connector mechanism 314 up and out of the second half of the connector mechanism 315, disconnecting the floating body 304 from the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309.

The force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 is then disconnected from the floating body 304 and remains locked in state of potential energy while the floating body 304 moves above the range of its effect.

While the floating body 304 is moved by passing waves above the range of the locked force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 the positioning spring 312 maintains the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 at a set position in relation to the floating body 304.

This position being such that when the floating body 304 is moved back downwards towards the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 the lower face of the floating body 304 comes into contact with the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 and rotates it downwards, compressing the positioning spring 312 and keeping it so compressed as the side face of the floating body 304 below the second half of the connector mechanism 315 moves downwards past the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314.

Once the floating body 304 has moved downwards to the point where the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 is below the end of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 the positioning spring 312 rotates the first tube 308 and second tube 309 upwards and moves the end of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 into the space on the side of the floating body 304 above the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 which brings the first half of the connector mechanism 314 into vertical line with the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315 and the lower end of the locking bar 319 into vertical line with the unlock pin 322.

As the floating body 304 continues to be moved downwards the unlock pin 322 located on the floating body 304 is moved downwards against and depresses the lower end of the locking bar 319 located on the top of the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 which rotates the locking bar 319 and moves the locking head 320 out of the sunken recess 317 of the locking collar 316 and releases the second tube 309 from it's locked position in relation the first tube 308.

The second tube 309 is then free to extend outwards from the first tube 308 which pushes the wedge shaped section of the first half of the connector mechanism 314 into the upwards facing channel section of the second half of the connector mechanism 315, connecting the two parts of the connector mechanism 314 and 315 with one another and re-engaging the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 with the floating body 304 which exerts a downwards force against the floating body 304.

Amoving body is comprised in this example embodiment of a floating body 304 with a cuboid configuration but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating body, member, component or assembly of such of any shape and complexity that floats on or within the fluid or can be comprised of a component or assembly of components that does not float but has flotation elements or means attached to it.

Alternatively a moving body can be comprised of a submerged or semi submerged body, member or component or assembly that is moved by the movement of fluid against it caused by the action of passing waves, for example but not limited to a submerged panel, plate or convex disk.

Any such moving body can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is comprised of a two part connector mechanism located between a moving body comprised of the floating body 304 and a force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of one or multiple part coupling, coupler mechanism or impermanent, unfixed or changing connection which can be located between any two or more parts or components of the device and which can disconnect or decouple by one or more parts or components moving out of contact with at least one other part or component or can be disconnected or decoupled by any type, form or configuration of static of moving disconnecter mechanism or component.

Alternatively the force application mechanism comprised in this example of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 can be mounted on any type, form or configuration of moving mount or component which moves from a set position while the force application mechanism is applying force to the moving body comprised in this example of the floating body 304 to move with the moving body while in a locked or obstructed state.

In this example embodiment a locking mechanism is comprised of a locking collar 316 with a sunken recess 317 and a locking bar 319 with a locking head 320 which when engaged together locks the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 from moving to release potential energy and which is unlocked by the unlock pin 322 but any type, form of configuration of single or multipart catch, latch or lock or locking or latching mechanism can be used for this purpose and can be engaged and disengaged by the movement of any part or component of the device and there can be one or multiples of such in any combination located at any point on, or in relation to, the one or more force application mechanisms.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of known or described spring latch, latch bolt, dead latch, draw or slam latch, cam lock or latch, hook latch, compression latch, toggle catch, sliding or nap latch, turn latch, swell catch, loop or tubular latch, rotary catch or lever bolt, spring bolt or twist lock or any equivalents or alternatives can be used and there can be any number or combination of such employed.

In an alternative example the force application mechanism can move to an obstructed or restrained position on or within the device or can move into or into contact with any type, form or configuration of force application mechanism holder.

In an alternative example embodiment there can be no such locking mechanism or holder holding or locking the force application mechanism comprised of the first tube 308 and second tube 309 or any alternatives or equivalents.

The changing connection between the force application mechanism and floating body and the locking mechanism for the force application mechanism are in this example embodiment engaged and disengaged through mechanical interaction between components of the device, but any locking mechanism for the force application mechanism or changing connection between the force application mechanism and floating body or between the force application mechanism and any other point can be engaged and disengaged by one or multiple electronic control systems, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, electrical or mechanical sensors to detect the position or state of components, a digital or analogue control unit or units and actuators or output devices to change components from an engaged to a disengaged state or any other type, form or configuration of electronically controlled or operated system.

The first tube 308 and second tube 309 can be comprised of any shape or dimensions and can be fully enclosed or partially enclosed, alternately any type, form or configuration of extended component that moves within or in relation to another extended component can be used or an extended component that moves within or in relation to a non-extended component can be used and any number or combination of such can be employed to effect one or multiple moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

In an alternative example any type, form or configuration of spring or spring moved mechanism, weight or weight moved mechanism or float or float moved mechanism or any combination of such can be employed in place of the first tube 308 and second tube 309.

There can be any number or combination of weights or weight moved mechanisms, springs or spring moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

In another example there can be a second force application mechanism, connector mechanism and locking mechanism which operate the same as the first but which are located on the other side of the floating body 304 and which apply an upwards pushing force to the floating body 304 after the first of such have disconnected from the floating body 304 and have been locked in a state of potential energy when the floating body 304 has moved above their range of effect and vice versa. There can be any number or combination of such force application mechanisms which can effect one or multiple such floating body's in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

There can be any number or combination of such springs or spring moved mechanisms, weights or weight moved mechanisms or floats or float moved mechanisms which can be used with any number of any type or configuration of locking mechanisms and changing connections and which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such moving bodies in one or multiple directions of movement either separately or simultaneously.

The example embodiment in FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one component or mechanism that applies force to the moving body.

The force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism moving towards and away from the moving body as it applies force to the moving body.

The force applying component or mechanism changing in angle as it applies force to the moving body.

With at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in angle positioned along the path of travel of the force applying component or mechanism, or the part of the force applying component or mechanism, that moves towards and away from the moving body.

The force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotating as it applies force to the moving body.

With at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates positioned along the path of travel of the force applying component or mechanism, or the part of the force applying component or mechanism, that moves towards and away from the moving body. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body.

With at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in angle comprised of at least one flexible member that can be pushed.

In one example at least one force applying component or mechanism applies force to the movement of at least one moving body by moving against or pushing against the moving body and extends and retracts and changes in the angle at which it applies force to the movement of the moving body as the moving body moves in relation to the force applying component or mechanism. With at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body positioned on or along the path of movement of the force applying component or mechanism as it extends and retracts as the force applying component or mechanism moves against or pushes against the moving body as the moving body moves.

The placement of the at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body on or along the path of movement of the force applying component or mechanism as it extends and retracts results in the level of force application alignment and the speed of force application alignment of the force applied to the moving body by the force applying component or mechanism with the direction of moving body movement being separate to and not dependent on the size, length or dimensions of the force applying component or mechanism.

With at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body positioned on or along the path of movement of the force applying component or mechanism as the force applying component or mechanism extends and retracts the direction of force applied to the moving body by the force applying component or mechanism can be in close alignment with the direction of movement of the moving body for a substantial portion of the distance of movement of the moving body effected by the at least one force applying component or mechanism and the change in the direction of force applied to the moving body by the force applying component or mechanism as the moving body moves past the position of it's movement where the force applying component or mechanism is at it's most retracted point can occur at the same rate and rapidity and the distance of travel of the moving body away from that position over which the direction of force applied to the moving body by the force applying component or mechanism moves towards the same level of alignment with the direction of movement of the moving body can remain the same while the at least one force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of a wide range of different sizes, lengths and dimensions and the range or distance of the movement of the moving body which is effected by the at least one force applying component or mechanism can be of different levels and extents.

The at least one point at which the force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one point of rotation of a linearly or angularly moving force applying component or mechanism, the at least one point of rotation located along the length of the force applying component or mechanism on the path of travel of the linear movement of the force applying component or mechanism.

For example at least one point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism can be located along the path of travel of the force applying component or mechanism or part of the force applying component or mechanism that extends and retracts and moves towards and away from the moving body instead of behind or in front of the path of travel or path of linear movement of the force applying component or mechanism or part of the force applying component or mechanism.

For example the force applying component or mechanism can be connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on at least one point of rotation on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates, said point of rotation located along the length of the force applying component or mechanism and not at either end of the force applying component or mechanism.

For example the force applying component or mechanism can be connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on at least one point of rotation on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates so that a section or length of the force applying component or mechanism or part of the force applying component or mechanism is located on either side of the at least one point of rotation.

The extent of the section or length of the force applying component or mechanism or part of the force applying component or mechanism located on either side of the at least one point of rotation located along the length of the force applying component or mechanism changing during the course of the force applying component or mechanism's movement as the linearly moving or extending and retracting force applying component or mechanism or part of the force applying component or mechanism moves past the at least one point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism.

The force applying component or mechanism or linearly moving part or section of the force applying component or mechanism for example moving behind the point of rotation when retracting and moving past the point of rotation when extending.

The position of the at least one point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism along the length of the force applying component or mechanism and the extent of the section or length of the force applying component or mechanism located on each side of the least one point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism determining the speed of the change in force application direction of the force applying component or mechanism in relation to the moving body and the degree of alignment of force application with the direction of travel of the moving body.

For example at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one spring that applies force to the moving body.

The at least one spring can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring.

The at least one spring extending and retracting towards and away from the moving body as it applies force to the at least one moving body as the moving body moves.

The at least one spring rotating as the at least one moving body moves, the point of rotation of the spring positioned along the length of the spring on the path of movement of the at least one spring as the at least one spring extends and retracts.

With a section or length of the spring or part of the spring located on either side of the point of rotation of the spring. The spring or part of the spring moving past the at least one point of rotation of the spring.

The spring or part or section of the spring, for example, moving behind and moving past the point of rotation of the spring when the spring extends and retracts as it applies force to the moving body.

For example at least one moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid and at least one rigid or semi rigid member that is moved against the moving body to apply force to the moving body.

The at least one rigid or semi rigid member one can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of rigid or semi rigid member that is moved by any type, form or configuration of weight, float or spring or that is moved by any type, form or configuration of weight, float or spring moved mechanism.

The at least one rigid or semi rigid member, for example, moving towards and away from the path of movement of the moving body as it applies force to the at least one moving body.

The at least one rigid or semi rigid member rotating as it is moved against the at least one moving body as the moving body moves, the point of rotation of the rigid or semi rigid member positioned along the length of the rigid or semi rigid member on the path of movement of the at least one rigid or semi rigid member.

With a section or length of the rigid or semi rigid member or part of the rigid or semi rigid member located on either side of the point of rotation of the rigid or semi rigid member. The rigid or semi rigid member or part of the rigid or semi rigid member moving past the at least one point of rotation of the rigid or semi rigid member.

The rigid or semi rigid member or part or section of the rigid or semi rigid member, for example, moving behind and moving past the point of rotation of the rigid or semi rigid member when the rigid or semi rigid member moves linearly or angularly as it applies force to the moving body.

The section or length of the force applying component or mechanism located each side of the point of rotation the force applying component or mechanism rotates on can, for example, move along or be supported by any type or configuration of guidance or support structure or mechanism that is separate to the point of rotation or the moving body.

Alternatively the force applying component or mechanism can be unsupported apart from the point of rotation it rotates on and the force applying component or mechanism's connection to the moving body, and, if the point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism is, for example, offset from or not at the centre of the force applying component or mechanism the weight of the extent of the section or length of the force applying component or mechanism on either side of the point of rotation can have a lever effect on the rotation of the force applying component or mechanism around the point of rotation, as the point of rotation will act as a fulcrum or pivot to the pivoting or rotating force applying component or mechanism, this lever effect can be used to effect the movement of the moving body the force applying component or mechanism is connected to.

For example, the section or length of the force applying component or mechanism one side of the point of rotation can act as a counterweight to the movement of the moving body the force applying component or mechanism is connected to in addition to the effect of the force applying component or mechanism moving against or pushing against the moving body as it extends and retracts towards and away from the moving body.

For example if the moving body moves vertically and the force applying component or mechanism is located to the side of the path of movement of the moving body the weight of the force applying component or mechanism on the other side of the point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism to the moving body can apply addition assistance to the upwards movement of the moving body and addition resistance to the downwards movement of the moving body as the point of rotation located along the length of the force applying component or mechanism acts as a fulcrum.

Or for example the weight of the force applying component or mechanism on the same side of the point of rotation of the force applying component or mechanism as the moving body can apply addition assistance to the downwards movement of the moving body and addition resistance to the upwards movement of the moving body as the point of rotation located along the length of the force applying component or mechanism acts as a fulcrum.

The at least one point at which a force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to a moving body can be positioned on or along the path of movement of the force applying component or mechanism or on or along the path of movement of a part of the force applying component or mechanism or a part or component attached or connected to the force applying component or mechanism that moves towards and away from the moving body.

Such a part of the force applying component or mechanism or a part or component attached or connected to the force applying component or mechanism can be compromised at least one flexible member that can be pushed.

With at least one force applying component or mechanism connected to and moving at least one flexible member that can be pushed towards and away from at least one moving body.

Such a flexible member that can be pushed can, for example but not limited to, be pushed or moved by any type, form or configuration of weight, float or spring or weight, float or spring moved mechanism against or away from the moving body as the moving body moves.

With the at least one point in which the force applying component or mechanism changes in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body being comprised of the point or points at which the flexible member bends or curves through a range of angles as the weight, float or spring or weight, float or spring moved mechanism moves the flexible member that can be pushed against or away from the moving body as the moving body moves.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of a floating body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within a fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of any component, body, assembly, member or structure that is attached or connected to or is moved by a floating body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within a fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

Such a floating body, component, assembly, member or structure can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of, attached or connected to or moved by a material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid, a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, liquid or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid, an open, semi open or closed floating hull or hulls, or any type, form or configuration of component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within the fluid they are situated on or within and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, composition or combination.

A moving body can move rotationally in response to wave action, the moving body can, for example, be comprised of or connected to or moved by a turbine or turbines either submerged within the fluid and moved by the movement of the fluid or located above the fluid and moved by the movement of air or gas caused by passing waves within the fluid.

A moving body can, for example, be comprised of or connected to or moved by a pressure responsive component, assembly, member or structure such as but not limited to a pressure plate or membrane situated above or below the surface of the fluid or an assembly with a gas filled cavity submerged within the fluid.

A force applying component or mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring or any number or combination of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas springs.

A force applying component or mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring, extension spring, tension spring, torsion spring, constant spring, variable spring, variable stiffness spring or linear spring and any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination.

A force applying component or mechanism can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of elastic, compressible, deformable or stretchable object, material, component or composition in any number or combination.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of float or floatation means or floating element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the moving body.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of weight or weights or weighted element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the moving body.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such mechanical or gas spring or springs that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member or flexible member that can be pushed.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such float, floatation means or floating elements that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member or flexible member that can be pushed.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such weight or weights or weighted or relatively heavy element, component or material that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member or flexible member that can be pushed.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of any number or combination of such springs, weights or floats or spring, weight or float moved mechanisms.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic system or flywheel that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member or flexible member that can be pushed.

Any such force applying component or mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and a moving body, point of angle change, point of rotation or flexible member that can be pushed or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such force applying component or mechanism and point of angle change, point of rotation or flexible member that can be pushed can be external or internal to a moving body and can apply force between a moving body and any other point, body or structure which can be internal or external to a moving body.

Such a flexible member that can be pushed can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of flexible or semi flexible member or material or assembly or combination of members or materials that can be pushed and pulled or that can transfer force along a linear direction when pushed against, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a flexible rod, pole, bar, hose, pipe, or cable, a braided or woven wire or wires a helix or helical wire or any form or type of chain, chain actuator or push pull chain, a corrugated or ribbed belt, tube, pipe or hose, a flexible material with rigid or load bearing blocks or components attached, a braided line or semi rigid belt and any alternatives or equivalents of such or any other flexible material or flexible composition of materials that resist lateral deformation and there can be one or multiple of such in any combination.

A flexible member that can be pushed can be comprised of for example a collection of individual rigid or solid components which due to their relative size act as a flexible medium or member, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, a series of individual solid objects constrained within a rigid, semi rigid or flexible holder, sleeve or guide for example ball bearings or solid pucks moving within a pipe or tube or a series of levers joined together to form linkages, or a collection of short rods or compact stiff members flexibly or rotatably connected together or an articulated multiple section member and any alternatives or equivalents of such or any other collection of rigid or semi rigid or solid objects that are pushed against one another within a sleeve, tube or other suitable guidance means and there can be one or multiple of such in any combination.

A flexible member that can be pushed can be comprised of for example a compression resistant fluid moved within a sealed flexible or rigid tube or housing, which can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any form of hydraulic fluid such as water or oil moving within a rigid tube or pipe or a flexible hydraulic hose, tube, pipe or line which can have for example any form of type of hydraulic cylinder or piston at each end or any alternatives or equivalents of such.

There can be any number or type of intermediary, secondary or additional components or mechanisms between any such flexible member that can be pushed and any type or configuration of force applying component or mechanism or moving body and there can be any number and combination of such flexible members connected to or moved by any number and combination of such force applying component or mechanism in any configuration effecting one or multiple moving body's.

At least one point of rotation a force applying component or mechanism or a part of a force applying component or mechanism is connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on and on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism pivots or rotates can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of pivotable or rotatable component, part or assembly.

At least one point of rotation a force applying component or mechanism or a part of a force applying component or mechanism is connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on and on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating wheel, pinion, axle, roller, shaft or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. .

At least one point of rotation a force applying component or mechanism or a part of a force applying component or mechanism is connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on and on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of circular or non-circular rotating gear which can include any type or configuration of sprocket, cog, spurwheel, gear or any equivalents or alternatives in any shape, size, configuration or combination which can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components. .

At least one point of rotation a force applying component or mechanism or a part of a force applying component or mechanism is connected to, attached to, housed within or mounted on and on which the force applying component or mechanism or a part of the force applying component or mechanism rotates can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any component or any collection or assembly of components that rotate, revolve or pivot in one or more directions, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of hinge, drum, nut, swivel, bearing, rotor, spindle, caster, ring, crank, collar, cam or joint or any equivalents or alternatives or number or combination of such.

In FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p is one example embodiment, FIG. 14 shows a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 14p is a close up front view of the example embodiment and FIG. 14a to FIG. 14e show the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a rigid L shaped frame 351 submerged within the fluid. The frame 351 can be comprised of any structure or assembly of any shape, configuration or complexity that the other components of the device can be mounted on, attached to or connected between. Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of a shaft member 352 vertically situated within the fluid with a float member 353 that floats on or near the surface of the fluid attached to the upper end of the shaft member 352.

The float member 353 can be compromise of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of open, semi open or closed floating hull or any combination of materials and elements that are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed gas or air filled container.

Attached to the end of the lower horizontal section of the L shaped frame 351 is a shaft guide 354 which encloses the sides of the shaft member 352.

The shaft member 352 is comprised of an extended shaft with a square profile which is complimented by the internal shape of the shaft guide 354. As the float member 353 which floats on or near the surface of the fluid is moved by passing waves the shaft member 352 moves vertically within the shaft guide 354 which maintains the shaft member's 352 orientation in relation to the frame 351 and other components of the device as the shaft member 352 and float member 353 move in relation to the frame 351 and other components of the device.

The frame 351 can remain stationary or relativity stationary in relation to the shaft member 352, through, for example but not limited, being attached to a stationary structure or natural formation or can move differently to the shaft member 352, through, for example but not limited to, being attached to a submerged floating assembly that is effected by passing waves differently to the float member 353 or through any other suitable means or implementations.

In this example embodiment a changing connection is comprised of a force application component or mechanism receiver 358 located on the side of the shaft member 352 that faces towards the frame 351. The receiver 358 is comprised of a recess sunk into the side of the shaft member 352 that conforms to the shape and dimensions of the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 which is in contact with the shaft member 352.

The force application component or mechanism 355 is mounted on the frame 351 and is situated to the side of the vertically moving shaft member 352.

The force application component or mechanism 355, in this example embodiment, connects to and disconnects from the shaft member 352 through the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 moving into and out of the receiver 358 sunk into the side of the shaft member 352 as the receiver 358 moves into and out of the range of the force application component or mechanism 355. The connection between the force application component or mechanism 355 and shaft member 352 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of connector or coupler mechanism or other changing connection.

The force application component or mechanism 355 while connected to the shaft member 352 through the receiver 358 pushes against and applies force to the movement of the shaft member 352 through a range of angles and directions.

The force application component or mechanism 355 can be comprised of any mechanism or component that moves or extends to push against and apply force to the moving body comprised of the shaft member 352 and float member 353.

The force application component or mechanism 355 can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring in any number or combination that pushes against the shaft member 358 or of any type or configuration of rigid member that is moved against the shaft member 358 by a weight, float or spring powered or moved mechanism or apparatus.

The force application component or mechanism 355 can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of at least one mechanical or gas compression spring of any type, form or configuration that is positioned the other side of the rotating connection 365 to the shaft member 352 and is connected to at least one rigid member mounted within a linear guide and rotating on the rotating connection 365 which is positioned along the rigid member's length. The at least one mechanical or gas compression spring compressing and extending the other side of the rotating connection 365 to the shaft member 352 and moving the at least one rigid member past the rotating connection 365 towards and against the shaft member 352.

The force application component or mechanism 355 is connected to the frame 351 by the rotating connection 365. The force application component or mechanism 355 rotates on the rotating connection 365 as it applies force to the moving shaft member 352.

The rotating connection 365 in this example embodiment comprises the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355. The force application component or mechanism 355 is mounted on the rotating connection 365 at a point along it's length, with a section or part of the force application component or mechanism 355 either side of the rotating connection 365.

The rotating connection 365 can be comprised of any type of pivotable, rotatable or revolvable component or assembly that the force application component or mechanism 355 is connected to, mounted on or housed within, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of hinge, swivel, cam or mechanical pivot or rotating joint.

When the movement of the shaft member 352 exceeds the range of the force application component or mechanism 355 in either an upwards or downwards direction and disconnects from the force application component or mechanism 355 this presents the extent of the upwards or downwards rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 and brings either the upper or lower side of the force application component or mechanism 355 into contact with either the upper or lower engagement positioners, comprised in this example embodiment, of the upper stop block 359 attached to the frame 351 above the force application component or mechanism 355 which has the upper position spring 360 attached to it and the lower stop block 359A attached to the frame 351 below the force application component or mechanism 355 which has the lower position spring 360A attached to it.

The upper and lower positioning springs 360 and 360A maintain the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 against the side of the shaft member 352 while the shaft member experiences movement greater than the range of the force application component or mechanism 355 and push the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 back into the receiver 358 and so re-engages the force application component or mechanism 355 with the shaft member 352 when the shaft member 352 moves back into the range of the force application component or mechanism 355.

In this example embodiment the force application component or mechanism 355 applies a pushing force against a moving body comprised of the shaft member 352 and float member 353.

The force application component or mechanism 355 rotating on it's point of rotation comprised of the rotating connection 365 and pushing against the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 moves vertically within the shaft guide 354. The force application component or mechanism 355 pushing against the shaft member 352 in an upwards direction when the point of connection of the force application component or mechanism 355 to the shaft member 352 is above the rotating connection 365 and pushing against the shaft member 352 in a downwards direction when the point of connection of the force application component or mechanism 355 to the shaft member 352 is below the rotating connection 365.

The force application component or mechanism 355 extending and retracting as the relative distance between the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 and it's point of connection with the shaft member 352 increases or decreases.

When the point of connection of the force application component or mechanism 355 to the shaft member 352 is closest to the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 the force application component or mechanism 355 will be in its most retracted state and will apply force to the shaft member 352 in a perpendicular or substantially perpendicular direction to the path of movement of the shaft member 352.

As the shaft member 352 moves away from this point the rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 will bring the direction of force applied to the shaft member 352 by the force application component or mechanism 355 into alignment with the direction of movement of the shaft member 352.

The point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355, comprised of the rotating connection 365, is positioned along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355 and is on the path of travel of the force application component or mechanism 355 as the force application component or mechanism 355 extends and retracts and moves back and forth past the rotating connection 365.

With the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 positioned on the path of travel of the force application component or mechanism 355 as it extends and retracts the force application component or mechanism 355 or part of the force application component or mechanism 355 moves past and behind the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 away from the path of travel of the shaft member 352 and moves past and out from the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 towards the path of travel of the shaft member 352 as the force application component or mechanism 355 extends and retracts while pushing against the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 is moved within the fluid.

This results in the the rate of change of orientation and rate of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 in relation to the shaft member 352 not being dependent on, or dictated by, the size, dimensions or length of the force application component or mechanism 355 and the level of alignment of the force application component or mechanism 355 with the direction of movement of the shaft member 352 throughout the range of the shaft member's 352 movement effected by the force application component or mechanism 355 not being dependent on, or dictated by, the size, dimensions or length of the force application component or mechanism 355.

This enables the rate of change of orientation and rate of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 in relation to the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 moves in relation to the force application component or mechanism 355 to be faster and the direction of force applied by the force application component or mechanism 355 to the shaft member 352 to be more in alignment with the direction of movement of the shaft member 352 than would be possible if the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355 was at the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 and was not located on the path of travel of the force application component or mechanism 355 as it extends and retracts while pushing against the shaft member 352.

Consequently, in this example embodiment, as shown in FIG. 14a to FIG. 14e, as the float member 353 is moved by waves within the fluid and the shaft member 352 attached below the float member 353 is moved in relation to the frame 351, the force application component or mechanism 355 which applies a pushing force against the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 moves the force application component or mechanism 355 can rapidly rotate in relation to the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 moves vertically within the shaft guide 354 and the direction of force applied by the force application component or mechanism 355 to the shaft member 352 can both rapidly align with and can align very closely with the direction of movement of the shaft member 352 as the shaft member 352 moves away from the point of its movement where the connection between the force application component or mechanism 355 and the shaft member 352 is closest to the point of rotation 356 of the force application component or mechanism 355.

As the point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355, comprised in this example embodiment of the rotating connection 365, is located along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355, if the the downwards force of the extent and weight of the force application component or mechanism 355 which is located on the other side of the point of rotation 356 to the shaft member 352 is greater than that on the side of the point of rotation 356 closest to the shaft member 352 this can apply an additional upwards force to the moving body compromised in this example embodiment of the shaft member 352 and float member 353 while the force application component or mechanism 355 is connected to the shaft member 352, with the length of the force application component or mechanism 355 acting as a lever and the point of rotation 356 acting as the fulcrum or pivot of the lever.

Alternatively, if the downwards force of the extent and weight of the force application component or mechanism 355 on the side of the point of rotation 356 closest to the shaft member 352 is greater than that on the side of the point of rotation 356 furthest from the shaft member 352 this can apply an additional downwards force to the shaft member 352 while the force application component or mechanism 355 is connected to the shaft member 352.

Additionally as, due to the linear movement of the force application component or mechanism 355 past the point of rotation 356 as it extends and retracts the extent of the downwards force of the weight and extent of the force application component or mechanism 355 on either side of the point of rotation 356 changes this, separately and in addition to the force applied to the shaft member 352 directly by the force application component or mechanism 355 extending and pushing against the shaft member 352, can apply an extra downwards or upwards force to the movement of the shaft member 352 which changes as the shaft member 352 moves and the force application component or mechanism 355 extends and retracts past the point of rotation 356 located along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355.

This additional lever effect can be controlled and configured and can be increased or decreased on either side by, for example but not limited to, extending the force application component or mechanism 355 on one or both sides of the point of rotation 356 or changing at which point the point of rotation 356 is located along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355 or by the addition of extra weight, for example additional weighted components or extra material, to the force application component or mechanism 355 on one or both sides of the point of rotation 356 or the removal of weight from on or both sides of the point of rotation 356 or changing how far from the point of rotation 356 on either side said weight is added or removed or weight is moved to or through a combination of such and any other suitable alternatives for balancing or unbalancing a lever. Alternatively, this additional lever effect can be reduced or nullified by the additional of a guidance or support component or mechanism to the force application component or mechanism 355, for example but not limited to, a curved guide rail or frame that the end of the force application component or mechanism 355 furthest from the shaft member 352 moves along as it rotates or a sling or other mechanism that supports the weight of the force application component or mechanism 355 on either side of the point of rotation 356.

Amoving body is, in this example embodiment, comprised of the shaft member 352 and float member 353 and moves substantially vertically within the fluid but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of body or assembly that moves on or within the fluid as a result of waves within the fluid, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body or assembly that floats on or within the fluid or non-floating body that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action and can move horizontally, diagonally, rotationally or vertically and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions, elongate or non-elongate and can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating components, parts, extensions or assembly's attached or connected to it.

The force application component or mechanism 355 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of weight, float or spring or weight, float or spring moved rigid member in any number or combination.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including a, compression, extension or torsion spring or any type, form or configuration of mechanism that moves at least one rigid member and is moved by a mechanical or gas spring or any type, form or configuration of weight or weighted component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism that moves at least one rigid member and is moved by a weight or weighted component or any type, form or configuration of submerged float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism that moves at least one rigid member and is moved by a submerged float or floating component or any alternatives or equivalents of such.

There can be any number or combination of such components or mechanisms which can effect one or multiple such moving body's in one or multiple directions of movement.

The point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355, comprised in this example embodiment of the rotating connection 365, is positioned along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355 on the path of travel of the force application component or mechanism 355 but can also be positioned, for example but not limited to, anywhere to the side of, alongside, obliquely, laterally or parallel to the path of travel of the force application component or mechanism 355.

The point of rotation of the force application component or mechanism 355, comprised in this example embodiment of the rotating connection 365, can be comprised of any component, assembly or apparatus that the force application component or mechanism 355 pivots, revolves or rotates on, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of wheel, pinion, axle, sprocket, gear, hinge, swivel, bearing, rotor, caster or any equivalents or alternatives or combination of such.

In this example embodiment the force application component or mechanism 355 is connected to the moving comprised of the shaft member 353 by a changing connection comprised of the receiver 358 located on the side of the shaft member 352,

In an alternative example the connection between the force application component or mechanism 355 and the shaft member 353 or any alternative moving body can be a constant or permanent connection comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rotating connection, hinge, swivel, cam or mechanical pivot or rotating j oint or any equivalents or alternatives.

In another alternative example the force application component or mechanism 355 can be permanently attached to the shaft member 353 by any type or configuration of rotating connection positioned along the length of the force application component or mechanism 355 with the force application component or mechanism 355 connected to the frame 351 by any type or configuration of changing inconstant connection.

In another alternative example the force application component or mechanism 355 and frame 351 and any alternatives or equivalents can be located internally within the moving body comprised of the shaft member 352 and float member 353 or within any other alternative moving body.

In such an alternative example if multiple force application component or mechanisms are employed said multiple force application component or mechanisms can be horizontally off set from one another within the moving body.

The example embodiment in FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p is one example embodiment, FIG. 15 shows a front cross sectional view of the example embodiment, FIG. 15p is a close up front cross sectional view of the example embodiment and FIG. 15a to FIG. 15e are front cross sectional views of the embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a housing body 365 that can be attached to or comprised of any stable or relatively stable structure, for example but not limited to, a pile or quay or other stationery or fixed position or a floating vessel, offshore platform or other relatively stable position or the housing body 365 can be seated on the bed of the fluid.

The housing body 365 can be comprised of any housing, body, structure or assembly or combination of such of any shape, configuration or complexity that provides a stable and suitable frame for the operation of the device.

Attached at its upper and lower ends to the side of the housing body 365 is a rigid vertically orientated rail 366.

A cuboid floating body 367 floats on or near the surface of the fluid and as it is moved by passing waves moves vertically along the rail 366 via the upper 373 and lower 374 runners fixedly attached to the top and bottom of the side of the floating body 367 closest to the housing body 365, the runners 373 and 374 enclosing around the sides of, and moving along the length of, the rail 366. The rail 366 and runners 373 and 374 can be comprised of one or multiple elongated or linear components along which one or multiple moving components move and so provide a guide for the movement of the floating body 367, the floating body 367 can be connected directly to the rail 366 or other linear guide with no intermediary component.

The floating body 367 can be comprised of any component, assembly, member or body that floats on or within the fluid, for example but not limited to, a sealed gas or air filled container or hull or a solid construction that is less dense than the surrounding fluid.

Enclosed within a chamber that is located at the top of the housing body 365 is a weighted component 368.

The weighted component 368 can be comprised of any dense, heavy or weighted material, element or component or an assembly, collection or combination of such.

Rigidly attached to the underside of the weighted component 368 is an extended cylindrical rigid member 369.

The top of the rigid member 368 is fixedly attached to the bottom of the weighted component 368 and the bottom of the rigid member 368 is situated within the top of the guide pipe 371.

The internal diameter of the guide pipe 371 closely encloses the sides of the rigid member 369 and retains the rigid member 369 and weighted component 368 attached to the top of the rigid member 369 in their vertical orientation.

The guide pipe 371 runs straight down from it's upper opening at the bottom of the chamber that encloses the weighted component 368 that is located at the top of the housing body 365 and then through a right angled curve towards the rail 366 and across to it's lower opening on the side of the housing body 365 that faces towards the rail 366. The lower opening of the guide pipe 371 being in line with the rail 366 and at the mid point of the rail's 366 vertical length.

Located within the guide pipe 371 is a flexible member 370 that can be pushed and that transfers the weight of the weighted component 368 down through the guide pipe 371 and against the floating body 367.

One end of the flexible member 370 is fixedly attached to the bottom of the rigid member 369 that is situated within the top of the guide pipe 371 and the other end of the flexible member 370 is attached through the rotating connection 372 to the side of the floating body 367 that faces towards the housing body 365.

In this example embodiment the flexible member 370 is compromised of a collection of individual rigid solid components of a cylindrical shape with rounded ends which are hinge-ably connected to one another at each end. The diameter of each rigid solid component being such as to fit closely within the guide pipe 371 while still being able to move along the length and curve of the guide pipe 371.

The individual rigid solid components of which the flexible member 370 is comprised transfer the weight of the weighted component 368 down through the guide pipe 371 and against the floating body 367 and the hinged connections between each individual rigid solid component allow the flexible member 370 as a whole to bend and curve around both the right angled curve in the guide pipe 371 and between the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and the floating body 367 as the floating body 367 moves along the rail 366 in relation to the lower opening of the guide pipe 371. The flexible member 370 curving and bending at these points while transferring the weight of the weighted component 368 to the movement of the floating body 367 as the flexible member 370 is moved down through and out of the guide pipe 371 against the floating body 367 as the floating body 367 is moved vertically along the rail 366 away from the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 by passing waves and as the flexible member 370 is moved back into the guide pipe 371 against the rigid member 369 attached to the bottom of the weighted component 368 as the floating body 367 is moved vertically along the rail 366 towards the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 by passing waves.

The flexible member 370 can be comprised of any material or component or combination of materials or components that alone or together comprise a flexible member that resists compression and that can be pushed and transfer force.

The guide pipe 371 can be comprised of any guiding or restraining component or assembly that limits or directs the movement of the flexible member 370.

The space between the side of the housing body 365 that faces towards the rail 366 and the side of the rail 366 that faces towards the housing body 365 is a similar distance as the internal diameter of the guide pipe 371 and guides the movement of the flexible member 370 between the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and where it is attached to the floating body 367 by the rotating connection 372.

The lower opening of the guide pipe 371 is wider than the guide pipe 371 and curves upwards and downwards away from the horizontal section of the guide pipe 371 to meet the side of the housing body 365 that faces towards the rail 366.

The dimensions and shape of each individual rigid solid component comprising the flexible member 370 in relation to each other and the placement of the hinged connection between each are, in this example embodiment, configured so that the flexible member 370 can only experience a set degree of curvature before the rounded sides of the individual rigid solid components that rotate on the hinged connections come into contact with one another and prevent further bending of the flexible member 370.

This limit of curvature of the flexible member 370 fits, in this example embodiment, the upwards and downwards curves between the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and side of the housing body 365 that faces towards the rail 366 and allows the flexible member 370 to be pushed by the weighted component 368 around and down or around and up from the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 against the floating body 367 when the floating body 367 is below or above the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and to transfer the weight of the weighted component 368 through the guide pipe 371, out of the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and against the floating body 367 through a range of angles as the floating body 367 is moved vertically along the rail 366 by passing waves.

The weight of the weighted component 368 pushing the end of the flexible member 370 attached to the floating body by the rotating connection 372 against the floating body 367 in an upwards direction and applying an upwards force to the floating body 367 when the rotating connection 372 is above the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and pushing the end of the flexible member 370 attached to the floating body by the rotating connection 372 against the floating body 367 in a downwards direction and applying a downwards force to the floating body 367 when the rotating connection 372 is below the lower opening of the guide pipe 371. The position of the floating body's 367 movement at which the flexible member 370 changes in the angle at which it pushes against and applies force to the floating body 367 is, in this example embodiment, the position at which the rotating connection 372 by which the flexible member 370 is attached to the floating body 367 is level with the horizontal section of the guide pipe 371.

As the floating body 367 is moved upwards or downwards along the rail 366 by passing waves away from this position the flexible member 370 will change in the angle at which it pushes against and applies force to the floating body 367 by bending or curving upwards or downwards in relation to the floating body 367.

Once the rotating connection 372 by which the flexible member 370 is attached to the floating body

367 has moved away from this position to a point above or below the upwards and downwards curves between the lower opening of the guide pipe 371 and side of the housing body 365 that faces towards the rail 366 the direction in which the flexible member 370 is pushed against the floating body 367 by the weight of the weighted component 368 will, in this example, be in alignment with the direction of movement of the floating body 367.

The rapid alignment of the direction of force applied to the floating body 367 by the weight of the weighted component 368 with the direction of movement of the floating body 367 in relation to the range of the floating body's 367 movement effected by the weighted component 368 and the close or direct alignment thereafter is enabled by the use of a flexible member 370 that can be pushed between the weighted component 368 and the floating body 367.

As a point at which the weighted component 368 changes in the angle at which it applies force to the floating body 367 is comprised of the flexible member 370 and is positioned on or along the path of movement of the flexible member 370 as the flexible member 370 is moved towards and away from the floating body 367 as the flexible member 370 bends and curves as it changes in the angle at which it is pushed against the floating body 367 by the weight of the weighted component

368 and this point of angle change of the flexible member 370 can be configured to be anywhere along the length of the flexible member 370 or anywhere along the path of travel of the flexible member 370 and is not dictated by the length or scale of the flexible member 370 or by the dimensions or scale or the extent of the path of movement of the weighted component 368 that moves the flexible member 370 this point of angle change can be positioned, as in this example embodiment, so the direction of force applied by the weighted component 368 to the floating body 367 through the flexible member 370 rapidly changes in orientation to move into alignment with the direction of movement of the floating body 367 and is in close or direct alignment with the direction of movement of the floating body 367 once the floating body 367 has moved past and away from the point of angle change of the flexible member 370 regardless of the scale of the weighted component 368 or flexible member 370 or the distance of the floating body's 367 movement over which the weight of the weighted component 368 effects the floating body 367.

The use of a flexible member that can be pushed, comprised in this example embodiment of the flexible member 370, between a force applying mechanism or component, comprised in this example embodiment of the weighted component 368, and a moving body, comprised in this example embodiment of the floating body 367, results in the scale and dimensions and the direction of movement of a force applying mechanism or component being separate to the direction of force applied to a moving body and in the scale and dimensions of a force applying mechanism or component and the extent or distance of a moving body's movement over which a force applying mechanism or component applies force to a moving body being separate to the speed at which that force aligns with the direction of the moving body's movement and the level of alignment of that force with the direction of the moving body's movement. Amoving body, comprised in this example embodiment of the floating body 367, can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body that floats on or within the fluid or non-floating body that is submerged within the fluid and captures or provides resistance to the movement within a fluid caused by wave action and can move horizontally, diagonally, rotationally, vertically or in any other direction of motion or in any combination of such motions and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components of any shape and dimensions and there can be one or multiples of such moving body's.

The moving body, comprised in this example embodiment of the floating body 367 and any such alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating components, parts, extensions or assemblies attached or connected to it.

The moving body, comprised in this example embodiment of the floating body 367 and any such alternatives can move along or within any type, form or configuration guidance component, assembly or mechanism.

A force applying mechanism or component that moves the flexible member 370 is, in this example embodiment, compromised of the weighted component 368 but can be comprised of any number, type or configuration of weight, weighted element or heavy or relatively heavy object or component or assembly or combination of such.

In another example any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including a compression, extension or torsion spring can be implemented in place of, or in addition to, the weighted component 368 and any number of such springs in any combination can be employed.

For example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas compression spring can push the flexible member 370 against the floating body 367 or other moving body or any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas extension spring can pull the flexible member 370 against the floating body 367 or other moving body.

In another example any type, form or configuration of submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating object, component, material or structure submerged within or floating on the fluid can be implemented in place of, or in addition to, the weighted component 368 and any number of such in any combination can be employed.

For example but not limited to the rigid member 369 and guide pipe 371 can be orientated in the opposite vertical direction with any such submerged or semi submerged float or floatation means or floating object situated below and attached to the rigid member 369 and apply an upwards force against the rigid member 369 attached to the flexible member 370.

In another example any type, form or configuration of weight, float or spring moved mechanism can be implemented to move the flexible member 370 against the floating body 367 or other moving body including any such mechanism that is comprised of at least one rotating component or a pulley and line system and any equivalents and alternatives of such and any number or combination of such mechanisms can be employed.

The flexible member 370 is, in this example embodiment, comprised of collection of hinge-ably connected individual rigid components but can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of flexible member or component that can be pushed or flexible collection or assembly of components that can be pushed and there can one or multiple of such.

The flexible member 370 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of flexible rod, pole, bar, hose, pipe, or cable, helical wire, corrugated hose, braided line, braided wire, ribbed cable or any alternatives or equivalents in any number or combination.

The flexible member 370 can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type or configuration of rigid chain or linear chain actuator or push pull chain or any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination.

In an alternative example the flexible member 370 and any alternatives or equivalents can be connected to the floating body 367 or other moving body by any type or configuration of changing or inconstant connection or connector or coupler mechanism with the flexible member 370 connecting to and disconnecting from the floating body 367 during the course of the floating body's 367 movement.

In an alternative example the flexible member 370 and any alternatives or equivalents and weighted component 368 or any other alternative or equivalent force application component or mechanism can be attached to, mounted on or incorporated within the floating body 367 or other moving body and push against the housing body 365 or rail 366 through either a permanent or changing connection.

In an alternative example the housing body 365, rail 366, flexible member 370, weighted component 368 and any alternatives or equivalents can be internal to the floating body 367 or any other moving body.

The example embodiment in FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one mechanism or component that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one force applying mechanism or component changing in the direction in which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one force applying mechanism or component changing in the level of force it applies to the narrow profile floating body. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one mechanism or component that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one force applying mechanism or component applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one mechanism or component that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one force applying mechanism or component applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the force applying mechanism or component applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the force applying mechanism or component applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or any combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one mechanism or component connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one force applying component or mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the narrow profile floating body

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one spring or spring moved mechanism changing in the direction in which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one spring or spring moved mechanism changing in the level of force it applies to the narrow profile floating body. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one spring or spring moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one spring or spring moved mechanism applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the spring or spring moved mechanism applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the spring or spring moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one weight or weight moved mechanism changing in the direction in which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one weight or weight moved mechanism changing in the level of force it applies to the narrow profile floating body. In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one weight or weight moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one weight or weight moved mechanism applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the weight or weight moved mechanism applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the weight or weight moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one float or float moved mechanism changing in the direction in which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one float or float moved mechanism changing in the level of force it applies to the narrow profile floating body.

The at least one float or float moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one float or float moved mechanism applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the float or float moved mechanism applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the float or float moved mechanism applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one float or float moved mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one motor or engine that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one motor or engine that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one motor or engine that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one motor or engine applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the motor or engine applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the motor or engine applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one motor or engine connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one motor or engine connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The direction in which the at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the hydraulic or pneumatic system applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the hydraulic or pneumatic system applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system connected to the floating body that applies force to the floating body.

The at least one floating body is comprised of a narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one hydraulic or pneumatic system connected to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one flywheel that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one flywheel that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body. The direction in which the at least one flywheel applies force to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the level of force the flywheel applies to the narrow profile floating body changing as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or the flywheel applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body as the narrow profile floating body moves on or within the fluid or a combination of such.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one flywheel connected to the narrow profile floating body

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within a fluid and at least one force applying component or mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

With at least one changing connection between the narrow profile floating body and the force applying component or mechanism or between two or more other components or parts of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within a fluid and at least one force applying component or mechanism that applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within a fluid and at least one other body that is relatively stationary in relation to, or that moves differently to, the narrow profile floating body.

With at least one force applying component or mechanism connected between the other body and the narrow profile floating body and applying force to the narrow profile floating body.

And at least one non-permanent or changing connection between the force applying component or mechanism and the narrow profile floating body, between the force applying component or mechanism and the other body or within the force applying component or mechanism.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one component or mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The force applying component or mechanism secured, held or locked in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy, and released or unlocked from that state or level.

The force applying component or mechanism moving with the narrow profile floating body or the narrow profile floating body moving away from the force applying component or mechanism while the force applying component or mechanism is secured, held or locked in a state of, or at a level of, retained force or potential energy.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid and at least one component or mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body. With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying component or mechanism in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and unlocking or releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level.

And at least one changing connection between the force applying component or mechanism and the narrow profile floating body or between the force applying component or mechanism and another point or part of the device.

In one example a wave energy converter is comprised of at least one narrow profile floating body that floats on or within the fluid with at least one component or mechanism that is connected to and applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

With at least one locking mechanism or holder locking or holding the force applying component or mechanism in a state of, or at a point of, retained force or potential energy and unlocking or releasing the force applying mechanism or component from that state or level.

With the at least one force applying component or mechanism attached to or incorporating at least one moving mount.

The force applying mechanism or component or a part of the force applying mechanism or component moving towards and away from the narrow profile floating body as it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

The force applying mechanism or component changing in angle as it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

With at least point at which the force applying mechanism or component changes in angle positioned along the path of travel of the force applying mechanism or component, or the part of the force applying mechanism or component, that moves towards and away from the narrow profile floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than it's horizontal width or horizontal length.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than it's horizontal width.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than it's horizontal length. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than it's horizontal width and it's horizontal length.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than it's horizontal diameter.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at it's waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at it's waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at it's waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at it's waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal diameter at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that when situated within the fluid is taller than it is wide.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a vertical cross section that is greater than it's horizontal cross section.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the largest horizontal cross section of the floating body is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the vertical sides of the floating body at the waterline are taller than the width or length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the distance between opposite sides of the floating body at the waterline is less than the height of the sides of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline is less than the vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline is less than the largest vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the waterline and the vertical height of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical cross section that is over twice the horizontal cross section.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a larger vertical cross section than horizontal cross section and in which the horizontal cross section stays the same for the vertical length of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same for the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body or that is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same for the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the waterline for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's greatest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the waterline for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's waterline that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the waterline for over half of the vertical height of the floating body. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than half of it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's waterline that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the waterline for a vertical extent away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the waterline for a vertical extent away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at it's waterline.

The horizontal width or horizontal length or both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining the same as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's waterline that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal width or horizontal length as at the waterline for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the waterline that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the majority of points on the outside faces of the shape extend to the maximum distance from the central vertical axis of the shape, as allowed by the largest possible horizontal cross section of the shape.

The largest possible horizontal cross section of the shape being less than the largest possible vertical cross section of the shape

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any form, type or configuration of spar buoy.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which at a point along its vertical height has a horizontal cross section that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which at a point along its vertical height has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's waterline that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body changing along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which at a point along its vertical height has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body changing along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section tapering along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body or that is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body tapering along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body at the waterline being less than the horizontal cross section of the floating body at any other point along it's vertical height

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's waterline that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at the waterline being less than at any other point along it's vertical height.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the waterline with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above or below the horizontal segment at the waterline that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the waterline with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the horizontal segment at the waterline that have a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body at the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above or below the waterline which has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment at the waterline that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body above or below the waterline. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the waterline which have a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment at the waterline that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segments of the floating body above and below the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the waterline and reducing below the waterline of the floating body or decreasing above the waterline and reducing below the waterline of the floating body. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's waterline that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the waterline and decreasing below the waterline of the floating body or decreasing above the waterline and increasing below the waterline of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above or below the waterline which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above and below the waterline which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is greater than the largest vertical cross section and a horizontal cross section above or below the waterline which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is greater than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and a horizontal cross section above and below the waterline which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section that the waterline moves to that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above or below the waterline to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above and below the waterline to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the horizontal cross section above or below the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the waterline that is less than the horizontal cross section above and below the waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at it's mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at it's mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at it's mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at it's mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal diameter at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the vertical sides of the floating body at the mid vertical point are taller than the width or length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the distance between opposite sides of the floating body at the mid vertical point is less than the height of the sides of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point is less than the vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point is less than the largest vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the mid vertical point and the vertical height of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the mid vertical point for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's greatest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the mid vertical point for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's mid vertical point that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the mid vertical point for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than half of it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's mid vertical point that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at it's mid vertical point. The horizontal width or horizontal length or both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining the same as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's mid vertical point that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal width or horizontal length as at the mid vertical point for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the mid vertical point that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which at a point along its vertical height has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's mid vertical point that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body changing along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section tapering along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body at the mid vertical point being less than the horizontal cross section of the floating body at any other point along it's vertical height.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at it's mid vertical point that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at the mid vertical point being less than at any other point along it's vertical height.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the mid vertical point with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above or below the horizontal segment at the mid vertical point that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment at the mid vertical point with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the horizontal segment at the mid vertical point that have a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body at the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above or below the mid vertical point which has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment at the mid vertical point that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body above or below the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the mid vertical point which have a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment at the mid vertical point that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segments of the floating body above and below the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the mid vertical point and reducing below the mid vertical point of the floating body or decreasing above the mid vertical point and reducing below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at it's mid vertical point that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the mid vertical point and decreasing below the mid vertical point of the floating body or decreasing above the mid vertical point and increasing below the mid vertical point of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above or below the mid vertical point which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above and below the mid vertical point which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is greater than the largest vertical cross section and a horizontal cross section above or below the mid vertical point which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is greater than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and a horizontal cross section above and below the mid vertical point which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section that the mid vertical point moves to that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above or below the mid vertical point to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above and below the mid vertical point to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the horizontal cross section above or below the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the mid vertical point that is less than the horizontal cross section above and below the mid vertical point.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal diameter at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the vertical sides of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change are taller than the width or length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the distance between opposite sides of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change is less than the height of the sides of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change is less than the vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body in which the horizontal cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change is less than the largest vertical cross section of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment that experiences waterline change and the vertical height of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for over half of the vertical height of the floating body. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's greatest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body staying the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than half of it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for over half of the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body staying the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a vertical height that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length or is greater than both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

The horizontal width or horizontal length or both the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining the same as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body remaining at least half of the horizontal width or horizontal length as at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change for a vertical extent of the floating body away from the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body, the horizontal cross section of the floating body changing in area along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body changing along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section tapering along the vertical height of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change being less than the horizontal cross section of the floating body at any other point along it's vertical height.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body that has a horizontal width or horizontal length or horizontal width and horizontal length at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the vertical height of the floating body, the horizontal width or horizontal length or the horizontal width and horizontal length of the floating body at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change being less than at any other point along it's vertical height.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment that experiences waterline change which has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above or below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal segment that experiences waterline change with a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change that have a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above or below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change which has a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment that experiences waterline change that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segment of the floating body above or below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has at least one horizontal segment above and at least one horizontal segment below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change which have a horizontal cross section that is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and at least one horizontal segment that experiences waterline change that has a larger horizontal cross section than the horizontal segments of the floating body above and below the horizontal segment that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body reducing above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change and reducing below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change or decreasing above the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change and reducing below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body which has a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than it's largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section of the floating body increasing above the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change and decreasing below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change or decreasing above the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change and increasing below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the largest vertical cross section and a horizontal cross section above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body. A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body and a horizontal cross section above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change which is less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is greater than the largest vertical cross section, the horizontal cross section reducing above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change to be less than the largest vertical cross section of the floating body.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the horizontal cross section above or below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of a floating body with a horizontal cross section at the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change that is less than the horizontal cross section above and below the point along it's vertical height that experiences waterline change.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections and components in a symmetrical or asymmetrical configuration.

A narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any combination and number of such narrow profile floating body's.

Any such narrow profile floating body can comprise a floating body or can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a floating body or of a larger, extended or more complex floating body

Any such narrow profile floating body can have any number or type of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

Any such narrow profile floating body can be comprised of any shape configuration or combination of shapes and configurations of any suitable dimensions.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be implemented with multiple layers or series of any type, form or configuration of force application components or mechanisms positioned along the path of travel of the narrow profile floating body which can effect the narrow profile floating body in the same or different directions of travel of the narrow profile floating body and can be separate to or can overlap in their ranges of effect.

Such multiple layers or series of force application components or mechanisms can be of differing physical dimensions, strengths or levels of effect, the narrow profile floating body can move into and out of the ranges of effect of such layers or series of force application components or mechanisms which can be configured so that the narrow profile floating body moves into the range of effect of larger or stronger force application components or mechanisms when experiencing larger wave heights.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example, be comprised of any type or form of floating or buoyant body, object, component, assembly, member, object or structure that floats on or within a fluid and moves as the fluid it is floating on or within experiences wave action.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid, a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, liquid or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid, an open, semi open or closed floating hull or hulls, or any alternatives or equivalents or any other type, form or configuration of component or assembly of components that individually or in total float on or within the fluid they are situated on or within and there can be multiples of such in any shape, size, configuration, composition or combination.

Any such narrow profile floating body can be of any shape, configuration or complexity and there can be one, two or multiple narrow profile floating body's comprised of any configuration or combination of such examples.

Any such narrow profile floating body can have any type, form or number of floating or nonfloating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism that changes in the angle, direction or level of force applied to the narrow profile floating body or that stops and starts in the application of force to the narrow profile floating body or any combination of such

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any number or combination of force applying components or mechanisms that change in the angle, direction or level of force applied to the narrow profile floating body or that stops and starts in the application of force to the narrow profile floating body

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any known type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component that can apply a pushing, pulling or rotational force or a combination of such to the narrow profile floating body.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of float or floatation means or floating element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the narrow profile floating body.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of weight or weights or weighted element, component, material, assembly, structure or mechanism that is separate to the narrow profile floating body.

Such a weight or weights can be comprised of any material, element or component or assembly, collection, composition or combination of materials, elements or components that the weight of which effects the movement of a narrow profile floating body.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such mechanical or gas spring or springs that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member, flexible member that can be pushed or rotating component.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such float, floatation means or floating elements that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member, flexible member that can be pushed or rotating component.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus of any complexity or configuration that is connected to and moved by any such weight or weights or weighted or relatively heavy element, component or material that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member, flexible member that can be pushed or rotating component.

A force applying component or mechanism can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of motorised, hydraulic or pneumatic system or flywheel that moves at least one rigid member, flexible member, flexible member that can be pushed or rotating component.

Any such force applying component or mechanism can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms connected or attached to them or between them and any such narrow profile floating body or any other part or component of the device and can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Any such force applying component or mechanism can be external or internal to any such narrow profile floating body and can apply force between any such narrow profile floating body and any other point, body or structure which can be internal or external to any such narrow profile floating body.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism and any type, form or configuration of coupler mechanism or any other changing connection and any equivalents or alternatives.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism and any type, form or configuration of locking mechanism and any equivalents or alternatives..

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism and any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism holder and any equivalents or alternatives.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism and any type, form or configuration of moving mount and any equivalents or alternatives.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any type, form or configuration of force applying component or mechanism that has a point of angle change positioned along it's path of travel which can be comprised of a point of rotation or a flexible member that can be pushed.

Any such narrow profile floating body can, for example but not limited to, be used with any number or combination of such.

Any such narrow profile floating body and any alternatives or equivalents can, for example but not limited to, be used or implemented with any of the example embodiments in Fig. 1 to FIG. le, FIG 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p and any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 16a is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a cuboid floating body 500. In this example the largest vertical cross section of the cuboid floating body 500 is greater than the largest horizontal cross section of the cuboid floating body 500.

The top face 501 and bottom face 502 of the cuboid floating body 500 have, in this example, bevelled edges which reduce away from the four horizontal side faces.

The cuboid floating body 500 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The cuboid floating body 500 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cuboid floating body 500 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cuboid floating body 500 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cuboid floating body 500 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16b is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an extended cuboid floating body 503.

The vertical height of the extended cuboid floating body 503 is, in this example, over twice the horizontal width or horizontal length of the extended cuboid floating body 503.

The extended cuboid floating body 503 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The extended cuboid floating body 503 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended cuboid floating body 503 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended cuboid floating body 503 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body. The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended cuboid floating body 503 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16c is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504.

In this example the largest vertical cross section of the elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 is over three times greater than the largest horizontal cross section of the elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504.

The elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 has, in this example, a pyramid shaped top segment 505 and a pyramid shaped bottom segment 506.

The elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any nonfloating parts, components or sections.

The elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elongated triangular prism shaped floating body 504 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16d is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a vertically oriented cylindrical floating body 507 with an irregular oval base.

In this example the largest vertical cross section of the cylindrical floating body 507 is larger than the horizontal cross section of the cylindrical floating body 507.

The cylindrical floating body 507 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections. The cylindrical floating body 507 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 507 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 507 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 507 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16e is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an elliptic cylindrical floating body 508.

The elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The vertical height of the elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 is greater than the horizontal length or horizontal width of the elliptic cylindrical floating body 508.

The elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the elliptic cylindrical floating body 508 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16f is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of truncated cone shaped floating body 509 that tapers towards the upper end, the circular base 511 of which has a larger diameter than the circular top 510.

The truncated cone shaped floating body 509 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The horizontal cross section of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 at the mid point along it's vertical height is, in this example, less than the greatest vertical cross section of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 and the diameter of the circular base 511 of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 is less than the vertical height of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509.

The truncated cone shaped floating body 509 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the truncated cone shaped floating body 509 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16g is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a prolate spheroid floating body 512.

The prolate spheroid floating body 512 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The largest horizontal cross section of the prolate spheroid floating body 512 is less than the largest vertical cross section of the prolate spheroid floating body 512.

The prolate spheroid floating body 512 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the prolate spheroid floating body 512 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the prolate spheroid floating body 512 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the prolate spheroid floating body 512 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16h is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a rhombic prism shaped floating body 514.

The rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The vertical height of the rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 is, in this example, greater than either the horizontal width or horizontal length of the rhombic prism shaped floating body 514.

The rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the rhombic prism shaped floating body 514 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16i is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a cylindrical floating body 515 with a circular base.

The cylindrical floating body 515 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The cylindrical floating body 515 has, in this example, attached to it's upper end a rounded end cap 516 and attached to it's lower end a rounded end cap 517.

The vertical height of the cylindrical floating body 515 is greater than the diameter of the cylindrical floating body 515 and the horizontal cross section of the cylindrical floating body 515 is less than the largest vertical cross section of the cylindrical floating body 515.

The cylindrical floating body 515 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 515 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 515 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the cylindrical floating body 515 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16j is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a thin cuboid floating body 518.

The thin cuboid floating body 518 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The horizontal length of the thin cuboid floating body 518 is, in this example, the same as the vertical height of the thin cuboid floating body 518. The horizontal width of the thin cuboid floating body 518 is, in this example, less than the vertical height of the thin cuboid floating body 518.

The thin cuboid floating body 518 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the thin cuboid floating body 518 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the thin cuboid floating body 518 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the thin cuboid floating body 518 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such. In FIG. 16k is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profde floating body comprised, in this example, of a short cuboid floating body 519.

The short cuboid floating body 519 has a first rounded segment 520 attached to its upper face and a second rounded segment 521 attached to it's lower face.

The short cuboid floating body 519, first rounded segment 520 and second rounded segment 521 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The horizontal length of the short cuboid floating body 519 is, in this example, greater than the vertical height of the short cuboid floating body 519. The horizontal width of the short cuboid floating body 519 is, in this example, less than the vertical height of the short cuboid floating body 519.

The short cuboid floating body 519, first rounded segment 520 and second rounded segment 521 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the short cuboid floating body 519, first rounded segment 520 and second rounded segment 521 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the short cuboid floating body 519, first rounded segment 520 and second rounded segment 521 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the short cuboid floating body 519, first rounded segment 520 and second rounded segment 521 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 161 is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a disk shaped floating body 522 situated vertically within the fluid.

The disk shaped floating body 522 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections. .

The diameter of the vertically oriented circular side faces of the disk shaped floating body 522 is greater than the thickness of the vertically oriented disk shaped floating body 522.

The vertical height of the disk shaped floating body 522, in this example determined by the diameter of the vertically oriented circular side faces of the disk shaped floating body 522, is greater than the horizontal width of the disk shaped floating body 522, in this example determined by the thickness of the disk shaped floating body 522.

The disk shaped floating body 522 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the disk shaped floating body 522 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the disk shaped floating body 522 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the disk shaped floating body 522 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16m is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an octagonal prism shaped floating body 523.

The octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 has, in this example, a tapered top cap 524 attached to it's top face and a tapered bottom cap attached to it's bottom face 525.

The vertical height of the octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 is, in this example, greater than the horizontal width and the horizontal length of the octagonal prism shaped floating body 523.

The octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the octagonal prism shaped floating body 523 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 16n is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a twisted cuboid floating body 526.

The twisted cuboid floating body 526 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The largest horizontal cross section of the twisted cuboid floating body 526 is, in this example, less than the largest vertical cross section of the twisted cuboid floating body 526.

The twisted cuboid floating body 526 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the twisted cuboid floating body 526 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the twisted cuboid floating body 526 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the twisted cuboid floating body 526 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 16a to FIG. 16n and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, foam or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination.

Any force applying mechanism or component that applies force to any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 16a to FIG. 16n and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, weight or weighted component or float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by a spring, weight or float or any type or configuration of motor, flywheel or pneumatic or hydraulic piston or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any such force application mechanism or component can remain connected to or can connect to and disconnect from any such narrow profile floating body and can be used with any type, form or configuration of coupler mechanism or any other changing connection, locking mechanism and any equivalents or alternatives, holder and any equivalents or alternatives, moving mount and any equivalents or alternatives or can have a point of angle change positioned along it's path of travel and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 16a to FIG. 16n and any equivalents or alternatives can be in used in any of the example embodiments in FIG. 1 to FIG. le, FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p including any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 17a is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531 located at the mid point of the narrow profile floating body's vertical height.

The horizontal cross section of the disk shaped segment 531 is the largest horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body and the horizontal length and horizontal width of the disk shaped segment 531 is greater than the horizontal length and horizontal width of any other segment of the narrow profile floating body.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the disk shaped segment 531, with the lower portion of the disk shaped segment 531 and the narrow profile floating body below the disk shaped segment 531 submerged within the fluid and the upper portion of the disk shaped segment 531 and the narrow profile floating body above the disk shaped segment 531 above the level of the fluid.

Above the disk shaped segment 531 is an upper tapered section 532 that reduces from the disk shaped segment 531 to the upper cylindrical segment 533 and below the disk shaped segment 531 is a lower tapered section 532A that reduces from the disk shaped segment 531 to the lower cylindrical segment 533A.

The upper cylindrical segment 533 and lower cylindrical segment 533 A in this example are of the same dimensions as each other and have the smallest horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body, the vertical height of each cylindrical segment 533 and 533A is greater than the horizontal width and length of each cylindrical segment 533 and 533A.

The horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531, tapered sections 532 and 532Aand cylindrical segments 533 and 533A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531, tapered sections 532 and 532Aand cylindrical segments 533 and 533A can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531, tapered sections 532 and 532A and cylindrical segments 533 and 533A and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531, tapered sections 532 and 532A and cylindrical segments 533 and 533A and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the horizontally orientated disk shaped segment 531, tapered sections 532 and 532A and cylindrical segments 533 and 533A and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 17b is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 that runs the full vertical height of the narrow profile floating body.

The vertical height of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 is, is this example, over twice the horizontal width or horizontal length of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534.

The narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 extends from the centre of the wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 above and below the wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535.

The wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 has a larger horizontal cross section than the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and the vertical height of the wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 is less than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535.

The wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 is positioned, in this example, towards the lower end of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the midpoint of the vertical height of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 with the lower half of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and the wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 above the level of the fluid.

The narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the narrow hexagonal prism shaped segment 534 and wide hexagonal prism shaped segment 535 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 17c is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of three wide cylindrical segments and two narrow cylindrical segments in vertical alignment with one another.

In this example the central wide cylindrical segment 536 is larger than the upper wide cylindrical segment 537 and lower wide cylindrical segment 538. The upper wide cylindrical segment 537 and lower wide cylindrical segment 538 are of the same dimensions. The top and bottom of each wide cylindrical segment tapers to a diameter the same as the diameter of each narrow cylindrical segment. The upper narrow cylindrical segment 539 and lower narrow cylindrical segment 540 are of the same dimensions.

Connected between top of the central wide cylindrical segment 536 and the bottom of the upper wide cylindrical segment 537 is the upper narrow cylindrical segment 539 and connected between the bottom of the central wide cylindrical segment 536 and the top of the lower wide cylindrical segment 538 is the lower narrow cylindrical segment 540.

The upper wide cylindrical segment 537, upper narrow cylindrical segment 539, central wide cylindrical segment 536, lower narrow cylindrical segment 540 and lower wide cylindrical segment 538 are in a vertical line.

The waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the central wide cylindrical segment 536 with the lower narrow cylindrical segment 540 and lower wide cylindrical segment submerged within the fluid and the upper wide cylindrical segment 537 and upper narrow cylindrical segment 539 above the level of the fluid.

In this example the horizontal width and horizontal length of the three wide cylindrical segments is greater than the vertical height of the three wide cylindrical segments and the vertical height of the two narrow cylindrical segments is greater than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the two narrow cylindrical segments.

The wide 536, 537 and 538 and narrow 539 and 540 cylindrical segments can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The wide 536, 537 and 538 and narrow 539 and 540 cylindrical segments can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the wide 536, 537 and 538 and narrow 539 and 540 cylindrical segments and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the wide 536, 537 and 538 and narrow 539 and 540 cylindrical segments and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the wide 536, 537 and 538 and narrow 539 and 540 cylindrical segments and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 17d is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a vertical cuboid segment 541 and a horizontal cuboid segment 542 attached to the top of the vertical cuboid segment 541.

The horizontal cuboid segment 542 has a larger horizontal length than vertical height.

The vertical cuboid segment 541 has a larger vertical height than horizontal width or horizontal length.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of the vertical cuboid segment 541 with the lower half of the vertical cuboid segment 541 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the vertical cuboid segment 541 and the horizontal cuboid segment 542 above the level of the fluid.

The vertical cuboid segment 541 and horizontal cuboid segment 542 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The vertical cuboid segment 541 and horizontal cuboid segment 542 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the vertical cuboid segment 541 and horizontal cuboid segment 542 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the vertical cuboid segment 541 and horizontal cuboid segment 542 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the vertical cuboid segment 541 and horizontal cuboid segment 542 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 17e is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a vertically orientated irregular dodecagonal prism 543.

Attached centrally to the top of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 is an upper cylindrical projection 544 and attached centrally to the bottom of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 is a lower cylindrical projection 545.

In this example the largest vertical cross section of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 is greater than the horizontal cross section of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543.

The largest vertical cross section of the upper cylindrical projection 544 is the same as the horizontal cross section of the upper cylindrical projection 544.

The largest vertical cross section of the lower cylindrical projection 545 is the same as the horizontal cross section of the lower cylindrical projection 545.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 with the lower half of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 and the lower cylindrical projection 545 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543 and the upper cylindrical projection 544 above the level of the fluid.

The irregular dodecagonal prism 543, upper cylindrical projection 544 and lower cylindrical projection 545 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The irregular dodecagonal prism 543, upper cylindrical projection 544 and lower cylindrical projection 545 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543, upper cylindrical projection 544 and lower cylindrical projection 545 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543, upper cylindrical projection 544 and lower cylindrical projection 545 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the irregular dodecagonal prism 543, upper cylindrical projection 544 and lower cylindrical projection 545 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 17a to FIG. 17e and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, foam or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination.

Any force applying mechanism or component that applies force to any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 17a to FIG. 17e and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, weight or weighted component or float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by a spring, weight or float or any type or configuration of motor, flywheel or pneumatic or hydraulic piston or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 17a to FIG. 17a and any equivalents or alternatives can be in used in any of the example embodiments in FIG. 1 to FIG. le, FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p including any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 18a is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an upper conical segment 552 orientated with the narrowest part facing downwards and the widest part facing upwards.

The narrowest end of the upper conical segment 552 is of the same diameter of and is attached to the upper face of the central cylindrical segment 551.

A lower conical segment 553 is located below the central cylindrical segment 551, the lower conical segment 553 is orientated with the widest part facing downwards and the narrowest part facing upwards.

The narrowest end of the lower conical segment 553 is of the same diameter of and is attached to the lower face of the central cylindrical segment 551.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid point of the central cylindrical segment 551 with the lower conical segment 553 submerged within the fluid and the upper conical segment 552 above the level of the fluid. In this example the central cylindrical segment 551 has the smallest horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body.

The upper conical segment 552, central cylindrical segment 551 and lower conical segment 553 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The upper conical segment 552, central cylindrical segment 551 and lower conical segment 553 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper conical segment 552, central cylindrical segment 551 and lower conical segment 553 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper conical segment 552, central cylindrical segment 551 and lower conical segment 553 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper conical segment 552, central cylindrical segment 551 and lower conical segment 553 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 18b is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a vertically originated elongate cylinder 554. The horizontal width and horizontal length of the elongate cylinder 554 is less than the vertical height of the elongate cylinder 554.

Attached to the top face of the elongate cylinder 554 is the upper disk 555, the upper disk 555 has a greater horizontal width and horizontal length than the elongate cylinder 554, the vertical height of the upper disk 555 is less than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the upper disk 555.

The bottom face of the elongate cylinder 554 is attached to the top of the tapering section 558 of the lower disk 556 positioned below the elongate cylinder 554. The lower disk 556 has a greater horizontal width and horizontal length than the elongate cylinder 554, the vertical height of the lower disk 556 is less than the horizontal width and horizontal length of the upper disk 555.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the midpoint of the elongate cylinder 554, with the lower half of the elongate cylinder 554 and the lower disk 556 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the elongate cylinder 554 and the upper disk 555 above the level of the fluid.

The upper disk 555, elongate cylinder 554 and lower disk 556 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any nonfloating parts, components or sections. The upper disk 555, elongate cylinder 554 and lower disk 556 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configuration, shape or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper disk 555, elongate cylinder 554 and lower disk 556 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper disk 555, elongate cylinder 554 and lower disk 556 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper disk 555, elongate cylinder 554 and lower disk 556 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 18c is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a top cuboid segment 559, the horizontal cross section of the top cuboid segment 559 is, in this example, greater than the largest vertical cross section of the top cuboid segment 559.

A bottom cuboid segment 560 is positioned below the top cuboid segment 559, the horizontal cross section of the bottom cuboid segment 560 is, in this example, greater than the largest vertical cross section of bottom cuboid segment 560.

Attached between the bottom of the top cuboid segment 559 and the top of the bottom cuboid segment 560 is the narrow cuboid segment 561.

The horizontal cross section of the narrow cuboid segment 561 is, in this example, less than the largest vertical cross section of the narrow cuboid segment 561.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of the narrow cuboid segment 561 with the lower section of the narrow cuboid segment 561 and the bottom cuboid segment 560 submerged within the fluid and the upper section of the narrow cuboid segment 561 and the top cuboid segment 559 above the level of the fluid.

The top cuboid segment 559, narrow cuboid segment 561 and bottom cuboid segment 560 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The top cuboid segment 559, narrow cuboid segment 561 and bottom cuboid segment 560 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top cuboid segment 559, narrow cuboid segment 561 and bottom cuboid segment 560 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top cuboid segment 559, narrow cuboid segment 561 and bottom cuboid segment 560 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top cuboid segment 559, narrow cuboid segment 561 and bottom cuboid segment 560 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 18d is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a first spheroid body 562 positioned above and in vertical line with a second spheroid body 563.

The top of the second spheroid body 563 is, in this example, attached to the bottom of the first spheroid body 562.

The horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body at the point where the first spheroid body 562 is attached to the second spheroid body 563 is less than at any other point along its vertical height apart from the top of the first spheroid body 562 and the bottom of the second spheroid body 563.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the point where the first spheroid body 562 is attached to the second spheroid body 563 with the majority of the second spheroid body 563 submerged within the fluid and the majority of the first spheroid body 562 above the level of the fluid.

The first spheroid body 562 and second spheroid body 563 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any nonfloating parts, components or sections.

The first spheroid body 562 and second spheroid body 563 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first spheroid body 562 and second spheroid body 563 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first spheroid body 562 and second spheroid body 563 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first spheroid body 562 and second spheroid body 563 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 18e is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of multiple octagonal prism shaped segments vertically stacked on top of one another.

In this example a central octagonal prism segment 564 is located at the mid vertical point of the narrow profile floating body.

Attached to the top face of the central octagonal prism segment 564 is the first upper octagonal prism segment 565, attached to the top face of the first upper octagonal prism segment 565 is the second upper octagonal prism segment 566, attached to the top face of the second upper octagonal prism segment 566 is the third upper octagonal prism segment 567 and attached to the top face of the third upper octagonal prism segment 567 is the fourth upper octagonal prism segment 568.

Attached to the bottom face of the central octagonal prism segment 564 is the first lower octagonal prism segment 565A, attached to the bottom face of the first lower octagonal prism segment 565A is the second lower octagonal prism segment 566A, attached to the bottom face of the second lower octagonal prism segment 566A is the third lower octagonal prism segment 567A, attached to the bottom face of the third lower octagonal prism segment 567Ais the fourth lower octagonal prism segment 568A.

In this example the central octagonal prism segment 564 has the smallest horizontal width and horizontal length of any of the segments of the narrow profile floating body and has the smallest horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body.

The third upper octagonal prism segment 567 and the third lower octagonal prism segment 567A are, in this example, of the same dimensions as each other and have the largest horizontal width and horizontal length of any of the segments of the narrow profile floating body and have the largest horizontal cross section of the narrow profile floating body.

The first upper octagonal prism segment 565 and the first lower octagonal prism segment 565A are of the same dimensions and have a larger horizontal cross section than the central octagonal prism segment 564 and the second upper octagonal prism segment 566 and the second lower octagonal prism segment 566 A have a larger horizontal cross section than the first upper octagonal prism segment 565 and the first lower octagonal prism segment 565A.

The fourth upper octagonal prism segment 568 and the fourth lower octagonal prism segment 568A are of the same dimensions and have a horizontal cross section that is less than any other segment of the narrow profile floating body apart from the central octagonal prism segment 564.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the central octagonal prism segment 564 with the lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567Aand 568A submerged within the fluid and the upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 above the level of the fluid.

The central octagonal prism segment 564, upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 and lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567A and 568A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections. The central octagonal prism segment 564, upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 and lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567A and 568A can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central octagonal prism segment 564, upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 and lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567A and 568A and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central octagonal prism segment 564, upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 and lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567A and 568A and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central octagonal prism segment 564, upper octagonal prism segments 565, 566, 567 and 568 and lower octagonal prism segments 565A, 566A, 567A and 568A and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 18a to FIG. 18e and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, foam or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination.

Any force applying mechanism or component that applies force to any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 18a to FIG. 18e and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, weight or weighted component or float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by a spring, weight or float or any type or configuration of motor, flywheel or pneumatic or hydraulic piston or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 18a to FIG. 18e and any equivalents or alternatives can be in used in any of the example embodiments in FIG. 1 to FIG. le, FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p including any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 19a is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of an upper cuboid body 581 that has a greater horizontal length and horizontal width than vertical height and a lower cuboid body 582 aligned vertically below the upper cuboid body 581 which has the same dimensions as the upper cuboid body 581.

Rigidly attached between the bottom face of the upper cuboid body 581 and top face of the lower cuboid body 582 are, in this example, five vertically orientated extended cuboid sections equally spaced along the horizontal length of the upper cuboid body 581and lower cuboid body 582

With a first larger central extended cuboid section 583 and a second extended cuboid section 584 and third extended cuboid section 585 on one side of the first larger central extended cuboid section 583 and a fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 on the other side of the first larger central extended cuboid section 583.

The second extended cuboid section 584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 are of the same dimension with the vertical height of each being greater than the horizontal width and horizontal length of each. The first larger central extended cuboid section 583 is of the same vertical height as the other extended cuboid sections with a larger horizontal width, the horizontal width and horizontal length of the first larger central extended cuboid section 583 is less than the vertical height of the first larger central extended cuboid section 583.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of the extended cuboid sections 583, 584, 585, 586 and 587 with the lower portion of the extended cuboid sections 583, 584, 585, 586 and 587 and the lower cuboid body 582 submerged within the fluid and the upper portion of the extended cuboid sections 583, 584, 585, 586 and 587 and upper cuboid body 581 above the level of the fluid.

The upper cuboid body 581, lower cuboid body 582, first larger central extended cuboid section 583, second extended cuboid section 584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any nonfloating parts, components or sections.

The upper cuboid body 581, lower cuboid body 582, first larger central extended cuboid section

583, second extended cuboid section 584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper cuboid body 581, lower cuboid body 582, first larger central extended cuboid section 583, second extended cuboid section

584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or nonfloating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper cuboid body 581, lower cuboid body 582, first larger central extended cuboid section 583, second extended cuboid section 584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper cuboid body 581, lower cuboid body 582, first larger central extended cuboid section 583, second extended cuboid section 584, third extended cuboid section 585, fourth extended cuboid section 586 and fifth extended cuboid section 587 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such. .

In FIG. 19b is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a first floating pole section 588, rigidly attached to the top end of the first floating pole section 588 is a first upper float 593 comprised of a bicone shape. Rigidly attached to the bottom end of the first floating pole section 588 is a first lower float 598 comprised of a bicone shape.

A second floating pole section 589, rigidly attached to the top end of the second floating pole section 589 is a second upper float 594 comprised of a bicone shape. Rigidly attached to the bottom end of the second floating pole section 589 is a second lower float 599 comprised of a bicone shape.

A third floating pole section 590, rigidly attached to the top end of the third floating pole section

590 is a third upper float 595 comprised of a bicone shape. Rigidly attached to the bottom end of the third floating pole section 590 is a third lower float 600 comprised of a bicone shape.

A fourth floating pole section 591, rigidly attached to the top end of the fourth floating pole section

591 is a fourth upper float 596 comprised of a bicone shape. Rigidly attached to the bottom end of the fourth floating pole section 591 is a fourth lower float 601 comprised of a bicone shape.

Each of the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596 are rigidly attached to each corner of an upper square frame 592 and each of the lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 are rigidly attached to each comer of a lower square frame 597.

In this example the upper square frame 592 and lower square frame 597 are of the same dimensions. Each of the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596 are of the same dimensions. Each of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 are of the same dimensions, the largest vertical cross section of each of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 is greater than the horizontal cross section of each of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591. Each of the lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 are of the same dimensions.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 with the lower extent of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 and the lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 submerged within the fluid and the upper extent of the floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 and the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596 above the level of the fluid.

The upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596, lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 and floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596, lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 and floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596, lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 and floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596, lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 and floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper floats 593, 594, 595 and 596, lower floats 598, 599, 600 and 601 and floating pole sections 588, 589, 590 and 591 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 19c is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a larger top elliptical disk shaped body 603 and a smaller bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604.

The bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604 is, in this example, the same shape as the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 but is smaller in dimensions and is positioned below the top elliptical disk shaped body 603.

Rigidly attached, in this example, between the lower face of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 and the upper face of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604 are two vertically orientated cylindrical pillars, a first cylindrical pillar 605 and a second cylindrical pillar 605A.

The first cylindrical pillar 605 has a tapered upper section 606 which tapers towards where the first cylindrical pillar 605 is attached to lower face of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 and a tapered lower section 607 which tapers towards where the first cylindrical pillar 605 is attached to the upper face of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604.

The second cylindrical pillar 605 A has a tapered upper section 606A which tapers towards where the second cylindrical pillar 605Ais attached to lower face of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 and a tapered lower section 607A which tapers towards where the second cylindrical pillar 605A is attached to the upper face of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604.

The first 605 and second 605A cylindrical pillars are of the same dimensions as each other. The smallest horizontal cross section of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 is greater than the largest vertical cross section of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603. The smallest horizontal cross section of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604 is greater than the largest vertical cross section of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604.

The largest horizontal cross section of the first cylindrical pillar 605 is at it's centre section with the horizontal cross section of the first cylindrical pillar 605 reducing as it tapers away above and below the centre section.

The largest horizontal cross section of the second cylindrical pillar 605Ais at it's centre section with the horizontal cross section of the second cylindrical pillar 605 A reducing as it tapers away above and below the centre section.

The largest horizontal cross sections of the first 605 and second 605A cylindrical pillars is less than the smallest horizontal cross section of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 or smallest horizontal cross section of the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the centre section of each cylindrical pillar 605 and 605A, with the tapered lower sections 607 and 607A of each cylindrical pillar 605 and 605 A and the bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604 submerged within the fluid and the tapered upper sections 606 of each cylindrical pillar 605 and 605A and the top elliptical disk shaped body 603 above the level of the fluid.

The top elliptical disk shaped body 603, bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604, first cylindrical pillar 605 and second cylindrical pillar 605A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The top elliptical disk shaped body 603, bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604, first cylindrical pillar 605 and second cylindrical pillar 605A can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603, bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604, first cylindrical pillar 605 and second cylindrical pillar 605A and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603, bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604, first cylindrical pillar 605 and second cylindrical pillar 605A and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the top elliptical disk shaped body 603, bottom elliptical disk shaped body 604, first cylindrical pillar 605 and second cylindrical pillar 605A and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such. In FIG. 19d is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profde floating body comprised, in this example, of a horizontally orientated upper hexagonal toroid 615 and a horizontally orientated lower hexagonal toroid 616 positioned below and in vertical line with the upper hexagonal toroid 615.

The upper hexagonal toroid 615 and lower hexagonal toroid 616 are, in this example, the same shape as one another with the lower hexagonal toroid 616 having, in this example, smaller dimensions than the upper hexagonal toroid 615.

The upper hexagonal toroid 615 and lower hexagonal toroid 616 are rigidly connected by six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 which are attached between the bottom of the upper hexagonal toroid 615 and top of the lower hexagonal toroid 616.

The six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 are of the same dimensions as one another and are evenly spaced around the circumference of the two hexagonal toroids

The vertical height of each of the vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 is greater than the diameter of each of the vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of each of the vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622, with the lower half of each of the vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 and the lower hexagonal toroid 616 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of each of the vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 and the upper hexagonal toroid 615 above the level of the fluid.

The upper hexagonal toroid 615, lower hexagonal toroid 616 and the six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The upper hexagonal toroid 615, lower hexagonal toroid 616 and the six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper hexagonal toroid 615, lower hexagonal toroid 616 and the six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper hexagonal toroid 615, lower hexagonal toroid 616 and the six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the upper hexagonal toroid 615, lower hexagonal toroid 616 and the six vertical columns 617, 618, 619, 620, 621 and 622 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 19a to FIG. 19d and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, foam or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination.

Any force applying mechanism or component that applies force to any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 19a to FIG. 19d and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, weight or weighted component or float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by a spring, weight or float or any type or configuration of motor, flywheel or pneumatic or hydraulic piston or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 19a to FIG. 19d and any equivalents or alternatives can be in used in any of the example embodiments in FIG. 1 to FIG. le, FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p including any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 20a is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a long central vertical cylinder 631 with a rounded top end cap 632 and a rounded bottom end cap 633.

Four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 are spaced equally around the upper portion of the long central vertical cylinder 631. Each upper short cylinder 634, 635, 636 and 637 has a rounded top end cap 638, 639, 640 and 641 and a rounded bottom end cap 642, 634, 644 and 645.

Each upper short cylinder 634, 635, 636 and 637 is rigidly connected to the central vertical cylinder 632 by a rigid member 646, 647, 648 and 649. Each rigid member 646, 647, 648 and 649 extends from the side of each upper short cylinder 634, 635, 636 and 637 to the side of the long central vertical cylinder 631.

Four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A are spaced equally around the lower portion of the long central vertical cylinder 631. Each lower short cylinder 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A has a rounded top end cap 638A, 639A, 640A and 641A and a rounded bottom end cap 642A, 634A, 644A and 645A. Each lower short cylinder 634A, 635A, 636A and 637Ais rigidly connected to the central vertical cylinder 632 by a rigid member 646A, 647A, 648A and 649A. Each rigid member 646A, 647A, 648A and 649A extends from the side of each lower short cylinder 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A to the side of the long central vertical cylinder 631.

The vertical height of the long central vertical cylinder 631 is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the long central vertical cylinder 631.

The distance between the top of the four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A and the bottom of the four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 is, in this example, a third of the vertical height of the long central vertical cylinder 631.

The vertical height of the long central vertical cylinder 631 between the top of the four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A and the bottom of the four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the long central vertical cylinder 631.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the midpoint of the vertical height of the long central vertical cylinder 631 with the lower half of the long central vertical cylinder 631 and the four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the long central vertical cylinder 63 land the four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 above the level of the fluid.

The long central vertical cylinder 631, four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 and four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any nonfloating parts, components or sections.

The long central vertical cylinder 631, four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 and four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the long central vertical cylinder 631, four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 and four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the long central vertical cylinder 631, four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 and four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the long central vertical cylinder 631, four upper short cylinders 634, 635, 636 and 637 and four lower short cylinders 634A, 635A, 636A and 637A and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 20b is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of three vertically orientated extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656. The bottom of each extended hexagonal prism 654, 655 and 656 is comprised, in this example, of a truncated hexagonal pyramid.

The three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 are, in this example, rigidly attached at their upper ends to each corner of the horizontally orientated triangular upper frame 658 and rigidly attached towards their lower ends to each corner of the horizontally orientated triangular lower frame 658A.

Rigidly attached to the triangular upper frame 658 equally spaced between each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 with two positioned on each of the three sides of the triangular upper frame 658 are six upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664.

The bottom of each upper compact hexagonal prism 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 is comprised, in this example, of a truncated hexagonal pyramid.

Rigidly attached to the triangular lower frame 658A equally spaced between each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 with two positioned on each of the three sides of the triangular lower frame 658A are six lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663 A and 664A.

The bottom of each lower compact hexagonal prism 659A, 660A, 661 A, 662A, 663 A and 664Ais comprised, in this example, of a truncated hexagonal pyramid.

The top of each lower compact hexagonal prism 659 A, 660 A, 661 A, 662 A, 663 A and 664A is comprised, in this example, of a truncated hexagonal pyramid.

The largest vertical cross section of each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 is, in this example, greater than the largest horizontal cross section of each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656.

The vertical height of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 between the truncated hexagonal pyramid tops of the lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663A and 664A and the truncated hexagonal pyramid bottoms of the upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 is, in this example, greater than the largest horizontal with or largest horizontal length of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid point of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 with the lower portion of each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 and the six lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663 A and 664A submerged within the fluid and the upper portion of each of the three extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656 and the six upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 above the level of the fluid.

The extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656, upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 and lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663A and 664A can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656, upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 and lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663A and 664A can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656, upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 and lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661 A, 662A, 663 A and 664A and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656, upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 and lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661 A, 662A, 663 A and 664A and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the extended hexagonal prisms 654, 655 and 656, upper compact hexagonal prisms 659, 660, 661, 662, 663 and 664 and lower compact hexagonal prisms 659A, 660A, 661A, 662A, 663A and 664A and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 20c is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a vertical central column 670.

Attached to the top of the central column 670 at the centre of its circular lower face is a horizontally orientated disk shaped body 671.

Horizontally spaced at the same vertical level around the bottom end of the central column 670 at equal intervals are four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675. The four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 are, in this example, the same shape and dimensions as each other.

The four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 are rigidly attached to the lower end of the central column 670 by four rigid bars 676, 677, 678 and 679.

In this example the largest vertical cross section of the central column 670 is greater than the horizontal cross section of the central column 670, the largest vertical cross section of the disk shaped body 671 is less than the horizontal cross section of the disk shaped body 671 and the largest vertical cross section of each of the four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 is less than the horizontal cross section of each of the four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675.

The vertical height of the extent of the central column 670 between the lower face of the disk shaped body 671 and the upper faces of the four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the central column 670. In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid point of the vertical height of the extent of the central column 670 between the lower face of the disk shaped body 671 and the upper faces of the four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675, with the lower extent of the central column 670 and the four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 submerged within the fluid and the upper extent of the central column 670 and the disk shaped body 671 above the level of the fluid.

The central column 670, disk shaped body 671 and four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections

The central column 670, disk shaped body 671 and four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central column 670, disk shaped body 671 and four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central column 670, disk shaped body 671 and four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the central column 670, disk shaped body 671 and four cuboid bodies 672, 673, 674 and 675 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

In FIG. 20d is one example embodiment comprised of a narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of a first vertical cuboid member 680 and a second vertical cuboid member 681 of equal dimensions to, and positioned parallel to, one another.

Equally spaced along the vertical height of and attached between the two cuboid members 680 and 681 are four spheroid bodies 682, 683, 684 and 685.

An upper larger spheroid body 682 is attached between the top of each of the two cuboid columns

680 and 681.

An upper smaller spheroid body 683 is attached between each of the two cuboid columns 680 and

681 midway between the vertical mid point of the two cuboid columns 680 and 681 and the upper larger spheroid body 682.

A lower smaller spheroid body 684 is attached between each of the two cuboid columns 680 and 681 midway between the vertical mid point of the two cuboid columns 680 and 681 and the lower larger spheroid body 685. A lower larger spheroid body 685 is attached between the bottom of each of the two cuboid columns 680 and 68.

The upper larger spheroid body 682 and lower larger spheroid body 685 are the same dimensions as each other.

The upper smaller spheroid body 683 and lower smaller spheroid body 684 are the same dimensions as each other and, in this example, are smaller than the upper larger spheroid body 682 and lower larger spheroid body 685.

The largest vertical cross section of each of the four spheroid bodies 682, 683, 684 and 685 is less than the largest horizontal cross section of each of the four spheroid bodies 682, 683, 684 and 685.

The vertical height of the first vertical cuboid member 680 and second vertical cuboid member 681 between each of the four spheroid bodies 682, 683, 684 and 685 is greater than the horizontal width or horizontal length of the first vertical cuboid member 680 and second vertical cuboid member 681.

In this example the waterline of the narrow profile floating body when no force is applied to it by a force applying mechanism or component is at the level of the mid vertical point of the first vertical cuboid member 680 and second vertical cuboid member 681 with the lower half of the first vertical cuboid member 680 and second vertical cuboid member 681 and the lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 submerged within the fluid and the upper half of the first vertical cuboid member 680 and second vertical cuboid member 681 and the upper larger spheroid body 682 and upper smaller spheroid body 683 above the level of the fluid.

The first vertical cuboid member 680, second vertical cuboid member 681, upper larger spheroid body 682, upper smaller spheroid body 683, lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, object or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can be comprised of any number and combination of such and of any non-floating parts, components or sections.

The first vertical cuboid member 680, second vertical cuboid member 681, upper larger spheroid body 682, upper smaller spheroid body 683, lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 can be comprised of any equivalent, substitute or alternative configurations, shapes or combination of shapes and there can be any number of such in any combination which can be attached, connected or combined together.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first vertical cuboid member 680, second vertical cuboid member 681, upper larger spheroid body 682, upper smaller spheroid body 683, lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 and any alternatives can have any type, form or number of floating or non-floating component, part, extension or assembly attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first vertical cuboid member 680, second vertical cuboid member 681, upper larger spheroid body 682, upper smaller spheroid body 683, lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 and any alternatives can comprise a segment, portion, part or component of a larger, extended or more complex floating body.

The narrow profile floating body comprised, in this example, of the first vertical cuboid member 680, second vertical cuboid member 681, upper larger spheroid body 682, upper smaller spheroid body 683, lower smaller spheroid body 684 and lower larger spheroid body 685 and any equivalents or alternatives can have any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism or component connected to it or to a part or component attached or connected to it and apply force to it. The force applying mechanism or component changing in the vertical direction or angle at which it applies force, changing in the level of force it applies or stopping and starting in it's application of force or a combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 20a to FIG. 20d and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas, foam or solid that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination.

Any force applying mechanism or component that applies force to any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 20a to FIG. 20d and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, weight or weighted component or float or floating component or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by a spring, weight or float or any type or configuration of motor, flywheel or pneumatic or hydraulic piston or any equivalents or alternatives and there can be any number or combination of such.

Any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 20a to FIG. 20d and any equivalents or alternatives can be in used in any of the example embodiments in FIG. 1 to FIG. le, FIG. 2 to FIG. 2e, FIG. 3 to FIG. 3e, FIG. 4 to FIG. 4p, FIG. 5 to FIG. 5p, FIG. 6 to FIG. 6p, FIG. 7 to FIG. 7p, FIG. 8 to FIG. 8p, FIG. 9 to FIG. 9rp, FIG. 10 to FIG. lOp, FIG. 11 to FIG. lip, FIG. 12 to FIG. 12p, FIG. 13 to FIG. 13p, FIG. 14 to FIG. 14p and FIG. 15 to FIG. 15p including any equivalents or alternatives of such.

In FIG. 21 to FIG. 21p is one example embodiment, in FIG. 21 is a front view of the example embodiment, FIG. 21p is a close up front view of the example embodiment and in FIG. 21a to FIG. 21h are front views of the example embodiment in stages of it's operation as it is moved by waves within the fluid.

The example embodiment, in this instance, is comprised of a narrow profile floating body 691, comprised in this example embodiment, of a vertically orientated cylinder. The vertical height of the narrow profile floating body 691 is, in this example, twice the horizontal width or horizontal length of the narrow profile floating body 691.

The narrow profile floating body 691, in this example, floats at the surface of the fluid and can be compromise of any type, form or configuration of floating or buoyant body, component, assembly, member or structure that floats on or within the fluid and can, for example but not limited to, be comprised of any material or element that is less dense than the surrounding fluid or a combination of materials and elements that overall are less dense than the surrounding fluid or a sealed container that is filled with or that has within it a gas or foam or an open, semi open or closed floating hull or any equivalents or alternatives of such in any number and combination which can have any type, configuration or number of floating or non-floating components, parts, extensions or assemblies attached or connected to it.

The narrow profile floating body 691 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of narrow profile floating body including any of the example embodiments of a narrow profile floating body in FIG. 16a to FIG. 20d and any equivalents or alternatives.

In this example embodiment the waterline of the narrow profile floating body 691 when not engaged with the force applying mechanisms or components 696, 696A, 700 or 700Ais at the mid vertical point of the narrow profile floating body 691.

Rigidly attached to and situated below the narrow profile floating body 691 within the fluid is, in this example embodiment, a shaft member 692 with a square profile.

The shaft member 692 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of elongate rigid member or component or assembly of components or there can be one or multiple non-elongate parts, sections or components which move with the narrow profile floating body 691, alternatively there can be no intermediate components and the narrow profile floating body 691 can interact directly with the rest of the device.

The narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 move substantially vertically on and within the fluid in relation to the rest of the device.

The shaft member 692 moves within, in this example, an upper shaft guide 693 and a lower shaft guide 694 which are submerged within the fluid, the upper 693 and lower 694 shaft guides conform to the profile of the shaft member 692 and maintain it's orientation in relation to the rest of the device as it moves with the narrow profile floating body 691.

The upper shaft guide 693 is attached to the top and the lower shaft guide 694 is attached to the bottom of a vertically orientated rectangular rigid frame 695 comprised of two shorter horizontal members and two longer vertical members.

The rigid frame 695, in this example, remains relatively stationary within the fluid in relation to the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692, this can be through, for example but not limited to, the rigid frame 695 being attached to or incorporating a stationery structure such as pile, pier or quay or through being fixedly moored within the fluid or through being attached to or incorporating virtual mass means or a relatively stable submerged body or any equivalents or alternatives of such. In another example the frame 695 can move differently within the fluid in relation to the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692.

The rigid frame 695 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of frame, chassis, assembly or structure of any shape, dimensions, configuration or complexity of components that provides a support and framework for the other parts and components of the device.

In this example embodiment there are four force applying mechanism's or component's attached to the rigid frame 695 and each of which is locked and released by a locking mechanism and connects to and disconnects from the shaft member 692 through a three part coupler mechanism. Attached to the upper section of one of the vertical members of the rigid frame 695 is a first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696.

The first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 has connected to it a locking mechanism 697 which locks and unlocks the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and a first part of the downwards coupler mechanism 698.

Attached below the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 to the lower section of the same vertical member of the rigid frame 695 is the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A.

The second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 A has connected to it a locking mechanism 697A which locks and unlocks the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A and a second part of the downwards coupler mechanism 698A.

Attached to the lower section of the opposite vertical member of the rigid frame 695 is the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700.

The first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 has connected to it a locking mechanism 701 which locks and unlocks the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 and a first part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702.

Attached above the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 to the upper section of the same vertical member of the rigid frame 695 is the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A.

The second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700Ahas connected to it a locking mechanism 701 A which locks and unlocks the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A and a second part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702A.

On the side of the shaft member 692 that faces towards the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A is a third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 which couples to and decouples from the first part 698 and second part 698A of the downwards coupler mechanism.

On the side of the shaft member 692 that faces towards the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 and second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700Ais a third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 which couples to and decouples from the first part 702 and second part 702A of the upwards coupler mechanism.

In this example embodiment the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 are of the same size and strength as one another.

In this example embodiment the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A and second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 A are of the same size and strength as one another and are greater in size and strength than the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700.

The first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696, second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A, first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 and second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A which are all mounted on the rigid frame 695 and which each have a locking mechanism 697, 697A, 701 and 701 A acting on them and a coupler mechanism comprised of 698, 698A and 699 and 702, 702A and 703 connecting them to and disconnecting them from the shaft member 692 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of force applying mechanism's or component's in any combination.

The force applying mechanism's or component's 696, 696A,700 and 700A can be comprised of, for example but not limited to, any type, form or configuration of mechanical or gas spring, including a compression, extension or torsion spring in any number and combination, any type, form or configuration of weight or heavy or weighted component or multiples of such, any type, form or configuration of submerged float or floating component or multiples of such or any type, form or configuration of mechanism or apparatus moved by at least one spring, weight or float that moves at least one rigid, semi-rigid or flexible member or rotates at least one rotating component or any equivalents or alternatives of such.

There can be any number or combination of such employed or any number and combination of any other type or configuration of force applying component or mechanism can be used.

The locking mechanisms 697, 697 A, 701 and 701 A can be comprised of any known or described type, form, configuration or combination of single stage, multi stage, singular or multipart catch, latch or lock or locking or latching mechanisms and any equivalents or alternatives in any number or combination which can be mechanically or electronically controlled and operated.

Alternative any number of any type, form or configuration of known or described force application mechanism or component holder which can be mechanically or electronically controlled and operated can be used in place of, or in combination with, any number or type of locking mechanism.

The coupler mechanisms 698, 698A and 699 and 702, 702A and 703 can be comprised of any type, form or configuration of known or described one, two or multipart coupler mechanisms which can be mechanically or electronically controlled or operated or can be comprised of any other type, form or configuration of changing, inconstant or unsecured connection and any equivalents or alternatives.

Alternative any number of any type, form or configuration of known or described moving mount which can be mechanically or electronically controlled and operated can be used in place of, or in combination with, any number or type of coupler mechanism or other changing connection.

In FIG. 21 the example embodiment is at a point in it's operation in which the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 are at a position in relation to the rest of the device where the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 are not engaged with the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696, second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A, first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 or second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A.

At this position the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 is above and disengaged from both the first part 698 and second part 698A of the downwards coupler mechanism.

The first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 is locked in it's engagement position in a state of potential energy by the locking mechanism 697 and the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A is locked in it's engagement position in a state of potential energy by the locking mechanism 697A.

The third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 is below and disengaged from both the first part 702 and second part 702 A of the upwards coupler mechanism.

The first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 is locked in it's engagement position in a state of potential energy by the locking mechanism 701 and the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A is locked in it's engagement position in a state of potential energy by the locking mechanism 701A.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved downwards by passing waves from this position the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves into engagement with the first part 698 of the downwards coupler mechanism located on the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and the locking mechanism 697 releases the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 from it's locked state.

The released first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 pushes downwards against the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 through the first part 698 and third part 699 of the downwards coupler mechanism.

The downwards force of the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 when applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 changes the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 within the fluid and the narrow profile floating body 691 floats at a more submerged level within the fluid and will float at this more submerged level while engaged with the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved downwards by passing waves below the range of effect of the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with first part 698.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it continue to be moved downwards by passing waves the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves into engagement with the second part 698A of the downwards coupler mechanism located on the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A and the locking mechanism 697A releases the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696Afrom it's secured state.

The released second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 A pushes downwards against the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 through the second part 698 A and third part 699 of the downwards coupler mechanism.

The downwards force of the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A when applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 changes the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 within the fluid and the narrow profile floating body 691 floats at a more submerged level within the fluid and will float at this more submerged level while engaged with the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A.

In this example embodiment the strength and size of the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696Ais greater than the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 and the change in the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 caused by the downwards force of the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 causes the narrow profile floating body 691 to float at a more submerged level within the fluid then when engaged with the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved downwards by passing waves below the range of effect of the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696Athe third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with second part 698A.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved back upwards by passing waves towards the position shown in FIG. 21 the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves back into engagement with the second part 698A of the downwards coupler mechanism and the upwards movement of the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 moves the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696Aback towards it's engagement position.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved upwards by passing waves back above the range of effect of the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696Athe locking mechanism 697A secures the second downwards force applying mechanism or component 696A in a state of potential energy and the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with the second part 698A of the downwards coupler mechanism.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it continue to be moved back upwards by passing waves towards the position shown in FIG. 21 the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves back into engagement with the first part 698 of the downwards coupler mechanism and the upwards movement of the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 moves the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 back towards it's engagement position.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved upwards by passing waves back above the range of effect of the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 the locking mechanism 697 secures the first downwards force applying mechanism or component 696 in a state of potential energy and the third part of the downwards coupler mechanism 699 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with the first part 698 of the downwards coupler mechanism.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved upwards by passing waves from the position shown in FIG. 21 the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves into engagement with the first part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702 located on the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 and the locking mechanism 701 releases the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 from it's secured state.

The released first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 pushes upwards against the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 through the first part 702 and third part 703 of the upwards coupler mechanism.

The upwards force of the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 when applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 changes the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 within the fluid and the narrow profile floating body 691 floats at a less submerged level within the fluid and will float at this less submerged level while engaged with the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700. If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved upwards by passing waves above the range of effect of the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with first part 702.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it continue to be moved upwards by passing waves the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves into engagement with the second part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702A located on the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A and the locking mechanism 701 A releases the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A from it's secured state.

The released second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 A pushes upwards against the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 through the second part 702A and third part 703 of the upwards coupler mechanism.

The upwards force of the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A when applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 changes the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 within the fluid and the narrow profile floating body 691 floats at a less submerged level within the fluid and will float at this less submerged level while engaged with the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A.

In this example embodiment the strength and size of the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A is greater than the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 and the change in the displacement of the narrow profile floating body 691 caused by the upwards force of the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A applied to the shaft member 692 and narrow profile floating body 691 causes the narrow profile floating body 691 to float at a less submerged level within the fluid then when engaged with the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700.

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved upwards by passing waves above the range of effect of the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700Athe third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with second part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702A.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved back downwards by passing waves towards the position shown in FIG. 21 the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves back into engagement with the second part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702 A and the downwards movement of the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 moves the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700Aback towards it's engagement position.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved downwards by passing waves back below the range of effect of the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700Athe locking mechanism 701A secures the second upwards force applying mechanism or component 700A in a state of potential energy and the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with the second part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702A .

If the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it continue to be moved back downwards by passing waves towards the position shown in FIG. 21 the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves back into engagement with the first part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702 and the downwards movement of the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 moves the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 back towards it's engagement position.

As the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 rigidly attached to it are moved downwards by passing waves back below the range of effect of the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 the locking mechanism 701 secures the first upwards force applying mechanism or component 700 in a state of potential energy and the third part of the upwards coupler mechanism 703 located on the shaft member 692 moves out of engagement with the first part of the upwards coupler mechanism 702

This operation continuing as the example embodiment experiences waves within the fluid, the relative movement between the narrow profile floating body 691 and shaft member 692 and rigid frame 695 or any alternatives can be utilised for any desired or useful purpose, for example but not limited to, the powering of a fluid pump or electric generator.

The degree of displacement change experienced by the narrow profile floating body 691 when engaged with a force applying mechanism or component is determined, in this example, by the strength and range of the force applying mechanism or component, the level of alignment of the force applied by the force applying mechanism or component with the vertical direction of movement of the narrow profile floating body and the displacement of the narrow profile floating body around the waterline of the narrow profile floating body in relation to the total displacement and volume of the narrow profile floating body.

In another example embodiment there can be no shaft member 692 or equivalents and the narrow profile floating body 691 and any equivalents or alternatives can engage directly with the force applying mechanisms or components 696, 696A, 700 or 700A or any other number or combination of alternative or equivalent force applying mechanisms or components.

There can be any number or combination of force applying mechanisms or components which can change in the direction or angle in which they apply force, change in the level of force they apply or stop and start in their application of force or any combination of such which can be applied to and effect one or multiple of such narrow profile floating body's either separately or simultaneously.

The example embodiment in FIG. 21 to FIG. 2 Ip and any equivalents and alternatives can have any number or type of additional, intermediary or secondary parts, components, structures or mechanisms and any of the described parts or components of the example embodiment and any equivalents or alternatives can be comprised of one or multiple parts, sections or components.

Claims

1.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a force application mechanism or component; and a coupler mechanism connected between the moving body and the force application mechanism or component.

2.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the moving body; and one or more coupler mechanisms connected to the force application mechanism or component.

3.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; and one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the force application mechanism or component.

4.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body; and a coupler mechanism connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body.

5.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the other body; and a coupler mechanism connected between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body.

6.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection positioned between or within the moving body, the other body or the force application mechanism or component.

7.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the force application mechanism or component and the moving body.

8.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; having an other body that does not move with or that moves differently to the moving body; using a force application mechanism or component to apply force to the moving body; and using a coupler mechanism to connect or disconnect a component of the device to or from another component of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds or returns to a set point.

9.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; and using a coupler mechanism to couple and decouple the force application mechanism or component and the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

10.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; and using a changing connection to engage the force of the force application mechanism or component with and disengage the force of the force application mechanism or component from the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

11.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; and using a coupler mechanism between or within the moving body, the other body or the force application mechanism or component that couples and decouples at a position or positions of the moving body's movement.

12.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a weight or weight moved mechanism; and a coupler mechanism connected between the moving body and the weight or weight moved mechanism.

13.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and one or more coupler mechanisms connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism.

14.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; and one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the weight or weight moved mechanism.

15.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection located between or within the moving body or the weight or weight moved mechanism.

16.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body.

17.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; applying force to the moving body with a weight or weight moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism to couple and decouple the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

18.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a weight or weight moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism between or within the moving body or the weight or weight moved mechanism that couples and decouples at a position or positions of the moving body's movement.

19.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a weight or weight moved mechanism; and using a changing connection to engage the weight of the weight or weight moved mechanism with and disengage the weight of the weight or weight moved mechanism from the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

20.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a spring or spring moved mechanism; and a coupler mechanism connected between the moving body and the spring or spring moved mechanism.

21.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and one or more coupler mechanisms connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism.

22.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; and one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the spring or spring moved mechanism.

23.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body; and a coupler mechanism connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body.

24.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the other body; and a coupler mechanism connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body.

25.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection positioned between or within the moving body, the other body or the spring or spring moved mechanism.

26.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body.

27.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; having an other body that does not move with or that moves differently to the moving body; using a spring or spring moved mechanism to apply force to the moving body; and using a coupler mechanism to connect or disconnect a component of the device to or from another component of the device when the range of movement of the moving body exceeds or returns to a set point.

28.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism to couple and decouple the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

29.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; and using a changing connection to engage the force of the spring or spring moved mechanism with and disengage the force of the spring or spring moved mechanism from the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

30.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism between or within the moving body, the other body or the spring or spring moved mechanism that couples and decouples at a position or positions of the moving body's movement.

31.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a float or float moved mechanism; and a coupler mechanism connected between the moving body and the float or float moved mechanism.

32.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and one or more coupler mechanisms connected to the float or float moved mechanism.

33.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; and one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the float or float moved mechanism.

34.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection located between or within the moving body or the float or float moved mechanism.

35.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; and a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body.

36.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion; applying force to the moving body with a float or float moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism to couple and decouple the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body at points of the moving body's movement.

37.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a float or float moved mechanism; and using a coupler mechanism between or within the moving body or the float or float moved mechanism that couples and decouples at a position or positions of the moving body's movement.

38.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a float or float moved mechanism; and using a changing connection to engage the float of the float or float moved mechanism with and disengage the float of the float or float moved mechanism from the moving body at points of the moving body's movement

39.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid; and a weight moved mechanism comprising a weight, a rigid member and a rotatable component or assembly; the weight moved mechanism moving the rigid member against the moving body.

40.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid; and a weight moved mechanism comprising a weight and a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled; the weight moved mechanism moving the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled against the moving body.

41.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid; and a float moved mechanism comprising a float, a rigid member and a rotatable component or assembly; the float moved mechanism moving the rigid member against the moving body.

42.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body that moves as a result of waves within a fluid; and a float moved mechanism comprising a float and a flexible member that can be pushed and pulled; the float moved mechanism moving the flexible member that can be pushed and pulled against the moving body.

43.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body; a force application mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body; a changing connection between two or more components of the device; and an engagement positioner interacting with one or more disengaged components.

44.

A wave energy converter comprising: a moving body; a force application mechanism or component that applies force to the moving body; a coupler mechanism that couples and decouples two or more components of the device, and an engagement positioner interacting with one or more decoupled components.

45.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a force application mechanism or component; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the force application mechanism or component; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the force application mechanism or component.

46.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the force application mechanism or component; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to secure the force application mechanism or component in a state of stored energy and release the force application mechanism or component from that state.

47.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the other body; a changing connection connected between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the force application mechanism or component.

48.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body; a changing connection connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the force application mechanism or component.

49.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body arranged to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the force application mechanism or component and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the force application mechanism or component.

50.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body; a moving mount connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the force application mechanism or component.

51.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a force application mechanism or component; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the force application mechanism or component; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to secure the force application mechanism or component.

52.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the force application mechanism or component; and a force application mechanism or component holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the force application mechanism or component in a state of stored energy when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the force application mechanism or component holder.

53.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the other body; a changing connection connected between the force application mechanism or component and the moving body; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is engaged with the force application mechanism or component holder.

54.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body; a changing connection connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is engaged with the force application mechanism or component holder.

55.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the force application mechanism or component and the moving body, and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component in a state of stored energy when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the force application mechanism or component holder.

56.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the moving body; a moving mount connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the force application mechanism or component holder.

57.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; locking or holding the force application mechanism or component with a locking mechanism or a force application mechanism or component holder; using a changing connection or a moving mount to allow the moving body to move without the force application component or mechanism applying force to it.

58.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; using a locking mechanism to lock the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the force application mechanism or component from the moving body or from another component of the device while the force application mechanism or component is locked.

59.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; using a force application mechanism or component holder to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the force application mechanism or component from the moving body or from another component of the device while the force application mechanism or component is held.

60.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; using a locking mechanism to lock the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a moving mount to enable the force application mechanism or component to move while the force application mechanism or component is locked.

61.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a force application mechanism or component; using a force application mechanism or component holder to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force application mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a moving mount to enable the force application mechanism or component to move while the force application mechanism or component is held.

62.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a weight or weight moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight or weight moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the weight or weight moved mechanism.

63.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the weight or weight moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to lock the weight or weight moved mechanism.

64.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body arranged to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the weight or weight moved mechanism.

65.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a weight or weight moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight or weight moved mechanism; and a weight or weight moved mechanism holder configured to secure the weight or weight moved mechanism.

66.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the weight or weight moved mechanism; and a weight or weight moved mechanism holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the weight or weight moved mechanism when the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the weight or weight moved mechanism holder.

67.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the weight or weight moved mechanism and the moving body; and a weight or weight moved mechanism holder configured to hold the weight or weight moved mechanism when the weight or weight moved mechanism or a part of the weight or weight moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the weight or weight moved mechanism holder

68.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a weight; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the movement of the weight.

69.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight moveably connected to the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect the weight and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to lock the movement of the weight.

70.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight; a changing connection connecting the other body and the weight; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the movement of the weight.

71.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a weight; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight; and a weight holder configured to secure the weight.

72.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight moveably connected to the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect the weight and the moving body; and a weight holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the movement of the weight when the weight moves into the weight holder.

73.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a weight; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the weight; a changing connection connecting the other body and the weight; and a weight holder configured to secure the weight when the weight or a part of the weight moves into or moves into contact with the weight holder.

74.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a coupler mechanism to connect and disconnect a weight to and from the moving body as the moving body moves; and using a locking mechanism to lock the weight when the weight disconnects from the moving body at a set point.

75.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a changing connection to engage a weight with and disengage the weight from the moving; and using a locking mechanism to lock the weight when the weight disengages from the moving body at a point or points of the moving body's movement.

76.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a coupler mechanism to connect and disconnect a weight to and from the moving body as the moving body moves; and using a weight holder to hold the weight when the weight disconnects from the moving body at a set point.

77.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a changing connection to engage a weight with and disengage the weight from the moving; and using a weight holder to hold the weight when the weight disengages from the moving body at a point or points of the moving body's movement. 78.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a spring or spring moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the spring or spring moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the spring or spring moved mechanism.

79.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the spring or spring moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to secure the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of stored energy and release the spring or spring moved mechanism from that state.

80.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the other body; a changing connection connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the spring or spring moved mechanism.

81.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body; a changing connection connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the spring or spring moved mechanism.

82.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body arranged to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the spring or spring moved mechanism.

83.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body; a moving mount connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the spring or spring moved mechanism.

84.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a spring or spring moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the spring or spring moved mechanism; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder configured to secure the spring or spring moved mechanism.

85.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the spring or spring moved mechanism; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of stored energy when the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the spring or spring moved mechanism holder.

86.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the other body; a changing connection connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder configured to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is engaged with the spring or spring moved mechanism holder.

87.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body; a changing connection connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder configured to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is engaged with the spring or spring moved mechanism holder.

88.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the spring or spring moved mechanism and the moving body; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder configured to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism in a state of stored energy when the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the spring or spring moved mechanism holder.

89.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a spring or spring moved mechanism connected to the moving body; a moving mount connected between the spring or spring moved mechanism and the other body; and a spring or spring moved mechanism holder configured to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism when the spring or spring moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the spring or spring moved mechanism holder.

90.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; locking or holding the spring or spring moved mechanism with a locking mechanism or a spring or spring moved mechanism holder; using a changing connection or a moving mount to allow the moving body to move without the spring or spring moved mechanism applying force to it.

91.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; using a locking mechanism to lock the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the spring or spring moved mechanism from the moving body or from another component of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked.

92.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; using a spring or spring moved mechanism holder to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the spring or spring moved mechanism from the moving body or from another component of the device while the spring or spring moved mechanism is held.

93.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; using a locking mechanism to lock the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of stored energy; using a moving mount to enable the spring or spring moved mechanism to move while the spring or spring moved mechanism is locked.

94.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the moving body with a spring or spring moved mechanism; using a spring or spring moved mechanism holder to hold the spring or spring moved mechanism while the spring or spring moved mechanism is in a state of stored energy; using a moving mount to enable the spring or spring moved mechanism to move while the spring or spring moved mechanism is held.

95.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a float or float moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float or float moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the float or float moved mechanism.

96.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the float or float moved mechanism; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to lock the float or float moved mechanism.

97.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body arranged to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the float or float moved mechanism.

98.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a float or float moved mechanism; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float or float moved mechanism; and a float or float moved mechanism holder configured to secure the float or float moved mechanism.

99.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism connected between the moving body and the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect one or more components between or within the moving body, the other body or the float or float moved mechanism; and a float or float moved mechanism holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the float or float moved mechanism when the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the float or float moved mechanism holder.

100.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the moving body; a changing connection configured to engage and disengage the float or float moved mechanism and the moving body; and a float or float moved mechanism holder configured to hold the float or float moved mechanism when the float or float moved mechanism or a part of the float or float moved mechanism moves into or moves into contact with the float or float moved mechanism holder.

101.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a float; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the movement of the float.

102.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float moveably connected to the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect the float and the moving body; and a locking mechanism connected to the wave energy converter to lock the movement of the float.

103.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float; a changing connection connecting the other body and the float; and a locking mechanism configured to lock the movement of the float.

104.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; a float; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float; and a float holder configured to secure the float.

105.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float moveably connected to the other body; one or more coupler mechanisms configured to connect and disconnect the float and the moving body; and a float holder connected to the wave energy converter to secure the movement of the float when the float moves into the float holder.

106.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a float; a changing connection connecting the moving body and the float; a changing connection connecting the other body and the float; and a float holder configured to secure the float when the float or a part of the float moves into or moves into contact with the float holder.

107.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a coupler mechanism to connect and disconnect a float to and from the moving body as the moving body moves; and using a locking mechanism to lock the float when the float disconnects from the moving body at a set point.

108.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a changing connection to engage a float with and disengage the float from the moving; and using a locking mechanism to lock the float when the float disengages from the moving body at a point or points of the moving body's movement.

109.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a coupler mechanism to connect and disconnect a float to and from the moving body as the moving body moves; and using a float holder to hold the float when the float disconnects from the moving body at a set point.

110.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a moving body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; using a changing connection to engage a float with and disengage the float from the moving; and using a float holder to hold the float when the float disengages from the moving body at a point or points of the moving body's movement.

111.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component arranged to apply force to the moving body; a locking mechanism or force application mechanism or component holder configured to lock or hold the force application mechanism or component; and an extending component connected to the force application mechanism or component.

112.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves; an other body that does not move with or that moves differently to the moving body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component connected by a rotating connection to the other body at a point along the path of travel of the force application mechanism or component.

113.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component or a component of the force application mechanism or component moving towards and away from the moving body as it applies force to the moving body; the force application mechanism or component changing in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body; wherein a point at which the force application mechanism or component changes in angle is positioned along the path of travel of the force application mechanism or component or along the path of travel of the component of the force application mechanism or component that moves towards and away from the moving body.

114.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component connected by a rotating connection to the other body with sections of the force application mechanism or component located on both sides of the rotating connection. A wave energy converter, comprising: a moving body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the moving body and the other body;

The force application mechanism or component changing in the angle at which it applies force to the moving body; and a point at which the force application mechanism or component changes in angle comprised of a flexible member that can be pushed.

116.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body; the force application mechanism or component changing in the direction in which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body.

117.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body; and the level of force applied to the narrow profile floating body by the force application mechanism or component varying in level.

118.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body; and the force application mechanism or component applying force and ceasing to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

119.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a weight or weight moved mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

120.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a weight or weight moved mechanism configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

121.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion; using a weight or weight moved mechanism to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

122.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a float or float moved mechanism connected to the narrow profile floating body.

123.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a float or float moved mechanism configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

124.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion; using a float or float moved mechanism to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

125.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a motor or engine configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

126.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water; and a flywheel configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body.

127.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water and to move relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body; a changing connection located between or within the narrow profile floating body, other body or force application mechanism or component; and a locking mechanism connected to the force application mechanism or component.

128.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water and to move relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the narrow profile floating body; a moving mount connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a locking mechanism configured to lock and release the force application mechanism or component.

129.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water and to move relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component configured to apply force to the narrow profile floating body; a changing connection located between or within the narrow profile floating body, other body or force application mechanism or component; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component in a state of stored energy when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the force application mechanism or component holder.

130.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to float on or within a body of water and to move relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected to the narrow profile floating body; a moving mount connected between the force application mechanism or component and the other body; and a force application mechanism or component holder configured to hold the force application mechanism or component when the force application mechanism or component moves into or moves into contact with the force application mechanism or component holder.

131.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the narrow profile floating body with a force application mechanism or component; using a locking mechanism to lock the force application mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the force applying component or mechanism from the narrow profile floating body or from another component of the device while the force application mechanism or component is locked.

132.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the narrow profile floating body with a force application mechanism or component; using a force application mechanism or component holder to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; using a changing connection to disengage the force applying component or mechanism from the narrow profile floating body or from another component of the device while the force application mechanism or component is held.

133.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the narrow profile floating body with a force application mechanism or component; using a locking mechanism to lock the force application mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; moving the force application mechanism or component on a moving mount while the force application mechanism or component is locked.

134.

A method for capturing energy from waves in a body of water, comprising: allowing a narrow profile floating body to move due to wave motion relative to an other body; applying force to the narrow profile floating body with a force application mechanism or component; using a force application mechanism or component holder to hold the force application mechanism or component while the force applying mechanism or component is in a state of stored energy; moving the force application mechanism or component on a moving mount while the force application mechanism or component is locked.

135.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to move with passing waves; an other body that does not move with or that moves differently to the narrow profile floating body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the narrow profile floating body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component connected by a rotating connection to the other body at a point along the path of travel of the force application mechanism or component.

136.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the narrow profile floating body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component or a component of the force application mechanism or component moving towards and away from the narrow profile floating body as it applies force to the narrow profile floating body; the force application mechanism or component changing in the angle at which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body; wherein a point at which the force application mechanism or component changes in angle is positioned along the path of travel of the force application mechanism or component or along the path of travel of the component of the force application mechanism or component that moves towards and away from the narrow profile floating body.

137.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profile floating body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the narrow profile floating body and the other body; the force application mechanism or component connected by a rotating connection to the other body with sections of the force application mechanism or component located on both sides of the rotating connection.

138.

A wave energy converter, comprising: a narrow profde floating body configured to move with passing waves relative to an other body; a force application mechanism or component connected between the narrow profile floating body and the other body;

The force application mechanism or component changing in the angle at which it applies force to the narrow profile floating body; and a point at which the force application mechanism or component changes in angle comprised of a flexible member that can be pushed.