The effects of operational loads and wind loads on offshore wind turbines are well understood. At most sites, however, the water depth is such that breaking or near-breaking waves will occur causing impulsive excitation of the foundation and consequently, considerable stresses and displacements in the foundation, tower and turbine. Joint Industry Project (JIP) WiFi wants to take this into account in the design methodology.
JIP WiFi aims to improve the way effects of steep (and breaking) waves are taken into account in the design methodology of fixed offshore wind turbines, so that optimised turbines can be developed. Kicking off in Q2, the JIP WiFi will run for three years. WiFi is open for participation.
For more information please visit https://www.marin.nl/web/News/News-items/Joint-Industry-Project-on-fixed-offshore-wind-turbines.htm[the Marin website].
