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June 2024
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Resilience in the storm: Lessons learned in navigating hurricanes and turbines
Mitigating risks for offshore wind farms, especially in the face of extreme weather events like hurricanes, is a complex task that requires a deep understanding of various factors.
Harnessing the power of the wind has been a pursuit of humanity for centuries, and the Gulf of Mexico is the latest frontier in this endeavor. As we embark on the journey of constructing wind turbines in this region, we find ourselves looking to the East for guidance. Asia’s wind farms, seasoned by the diverse […]
Detecting blade problems before they become an issue
Condition monitoring sensors, used for years to detect imminent failures in a turbine’s gearbox and drivetrain, are being adapted to find often hard-to-see defects in an asset’s massive blades.
Condition monitoring can cover a wide array of preventive measures to ensure wind turbines function optimally. In many cases, this monitoring is focused on the gearbox and its surrounding mechanisms. However, massive spinning blades, with their almost constant exposure to harsh elements, can be a major source of headaches for owner-operators. “When you want to […]
Active and passive systems for wind turbines
In the realm of wind energy, efficient thermal management within wind-turbine components, particularly the nacelle, is essential for optimizing performance and reliability.
Wind energy has emerged as a pivotal player in the global transition toward sustainable energy sources. However, the efficient operation of wind turbines is contingent upon managing heat dissipation within their components, particularly in the nacelle, where critical machinery operates. Loop thermosyphons offer a reliant passive solution, leveraging the latent heat of a working fluid […]
NEWS
BOEM approves construction and operations plan for offshore wind projects
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced its approval of the New England Wind Construction and Operations Plan (COP), which authorizes construction and operation of two wind energy projects. This is the final approval of these two projects from BOEM, following the agency’s April 2024 Record of Decision. “The Biden-Harris administration is committed to […]
July 8, 2024
Modulift helping to build world’s first offshore energy island
Modulift, a lifting equipment manufacturer, is facilitating the construction of a complex offshore energy project in the North Sea. Deemed to be the world’s first artificial energy island, “Princess Elisabeth” marks a milestone in renewable energy infrastructure development. Situated 30 miles off the coast of Belgium, in the 3.5-GW Princess Elisabeth offshore wind zone, the […]
July 8, 2024