OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY
Looking beyond research and connect with the wider offshore wind industry. Catapult is appraising the wind rider technology and identify cost saving features.
The National Manufacturing Institute Scotland
Driving the future of manufacturing through innovation. NMIS is accelerating productivity to grow our economy, develop a vibrant workforce, and create happier, healthier, greener communities.
Aerodynamics Numeric Simulation
University of Bristol is speaclised at performing aerodynamics numeric simulations with its proprietary software and algorithms to model and analyze the flow of air to determine the wind load to the structure and its response, ascertaining the load reduction, optimizing design, and further reducing aerodynamic drag.
Wind Tunnel Test
University of Bristol will conduct the scaled model test using one of its wind tunnels to validate the design in a simulated environment. The picture shows the wind tunnel with a 2.1 m x 1.5 m octagonal test section with maximum flow speed of 60 m/s. The wind tunnel balance system enables aerodynamic load measurements for a variety of large aero-components.
Structural Optimisation
WeBridge is specialied at optimal design of tower and foundation system as well as the fabrication of offshore turbine foundation.
Bearing Validation
University of Strathclyde will be involved in the validation and optimisation of the bearing design of the rotating base.
Risk Analysis
University of Surrey will examine the innovative system and its associated risk levels for the current stage of developments.