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On a roll with laser scribing
With climate change a concern for many around the world, huge efforts have been made over the years to find and establish sources of energy other than burning coal and oil. Solar cells are one such alternative. While silicon-based solar cells have been around for a long time, new concepts focus on making flexible, light-weight… Read more »
Improving reliability one blade at a time with acoustics
Blade problems are one of the most common factors affecting continuous operation of turbines in wind farms, both onshore and offshore. Blade failures could result in not only blade loss, but damage to the turbine tower or surrounding turbines, in addition to being a safety concern for nearby populations. Sensoria looks at how reliability can… Read more »
Route engineering: planning for all eventualities
To connect a cable from one landing point to another is no mean feat, and one that is made more difficult due to the plethora of obstacles and challenges presented, not only by the marine environment, but by human hands too. Careful consideration of all the external factors which could have a detrimental impact on… Read more »
A supportive role
Hiring the right people for the job is always important, but when the role entails navigating often unpredictable waters, providing the right personnel to support on work vessels is crucial. PES was keen to hear how Offshore Wind Farm Support, a relative newcomer to the industry, is drawing on its own experience at sea, in… Read more »
Compact cranes for versatile wind conditions
Taking the heavy lifting out of offshore work is important, not just during the installation phase of larger structures, but with the ongoing maintenance too, looking after the entire lifecycle of the wind farm. With space so often at a premium, having cranes that are suitable for use in compact situations is advantageous and having… Read more »
Towards autonomous inspection
Turbines have traditionally been inspected visually, often by a servicing company. But in recent times, due to the exponential progress in drone technology, these inspections are made by flying drones equipped with high-resolution cameras. Aero Enterprise takes a look at how this latest technology is being used for faster turnaround times. In light of recent… Read more »
Acceleration in offshore energy logistics
With the first quarter of 2022 over, DHSS can look back at a good start to its 25th anniversary year. New offshore wind projects have begun in the UK, France and in its home country, the Netherlands, with other operations continuing and expanding. Here, we take a closer look at a few of the company’s… Read more »
Steadfast economic benefit from real time wave measurements
One of the key challenges facing any offshore wind operator, and one which has high significance for their success, is around the accessibility of assets. However, a new study by Trios Renewables, the University of Strathclyde and wave sensor specialists Miros has, for the first time, provided evidence of the potential benefits of direct wave… Read more »
Data management
Having access to accurately mapped submarine cable routes has become essential following the increase in seabed usage from industries such as telecoms, renewable energy, oil & gas and resource mining. With vast quantities of data being collected every day, the question has to be asked, whose responsibility is it to keep it updated? Throughout each… Read more »
Wind turbines: certification of grid characteristics
The certification of the grid characteristics of wind turbines has been mandatory for a long time, in order to maintain grid stability and voltage quality, as well as to obtain the grid connection permit. Ever faster product development cycles lead to time-intensive qualification and validation tests in the field. Voltage dip tests are particularly critical… Read more »
