Fixed Wind Foundations: An Independent Concept Screening Approach

Please take some time to read the following article. It introduces the factors which offshore engineers should consider when selecting the foundation type for the offshore wind farms. [Fixed Wind Foundations: An Independent Concept Screening Approach] (https://2hoffshore.com/knowledge/fixed-wind-foundations-an-independent-concept-screening-approach)

In fixed wind, approximately 80% of the foundations installed worldwide today are monopiles. They offer several key advantages over other foundation types, such as simple design, serial fabrication and well-established transportation and installation procedures. Selecting a wind turbine foundation is an extremely complex decision that must take many factors into consideration, from fabrication, installation, operation and environmental impact, to the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) over the life of the field (i.e. integrity management, life extension and decommissioning). Assessing and comparing each of the bottom-fixed foundation types during the early planning phase of an offshore wind development will result in the most appropriate and cost-effective foundation selection and ultimately a more successful offshore wind project. The screening process of fixed wind foundations is complex and the amount of research and expertise that goes into defining the weightings and determining the scores can be significant.

Please use the questions below to help you understand : 1. Although fixed foundation technology is still the first choice for offshore wind turbine, why should we develop floating technology? 2. Try to conduct a risk parameter assessment for the offshore wind farms around you.