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Wave Pool Mag
In the surf park trenches – Matt Gunn of SwellMFG
Aug 27, 2023
Matt Gunn, co-creator of wave technology at Swell MFG, shares fascinating stories of real-world R&D failures, triumphs, and preparations for opening Revel Surf Park in Spring 2024. Topics include difficulties faced in constructing a surf park, methods of generating swell, pragmatic navy testing, building and testing the wave machine, and plans for expanding surf park operations.
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- Building a surf park involves unexpected challenges and requires a combination of technological and commercial expertise.
- The decision to use a paddle system for wave generation in the surf park was based on construction ease, transportability, and efficiency.
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The challenges of building a wavepool
Building a wavepool is a complex and difficult process, with many unexpected challenges. Surf park projects often encounter disarray and unexpected issues. Matt Gunn discusses the lessons learned from both a technological and commercial standpoint when building a surf park.
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