DeepWind-from idea to 5 MW concept

Uwe S. Paulsen*, Helge A. Madsen, Knud A. Kragh, Per H. Nielsen, Ismet Baran, Jesper Hattel, Ewen Ritchie, Krisztina Monika Leban, Harald Svendsen, Petter A. Berthelsen

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The DeepWind concept has been described previously on challenges and potentials, this new offshore floating technology can offer to the wind industry [1]. The paper describes state of the art design improvements, new simulation results of the DeepWind floating vertical axis wind turbine concept, which implies a high potential for cost saving. The most critical aspects of the concept are addressed in proving feasibility, and if it can be scaled up to 20 MW. Applying structural mechanics, generator, floater and mooring system, control system design, and rotor design using detailed integrated models, results have evolved to a 5 MW baseline design. This important outcome will be used as a reference for further improvements. Emphasis in this paper is made on the interplay between different components and some trade-offs. One such example is the rotational speed which largely influences the design of both the generator and the aerodynamic rotor. Another example is aerofoil design affecting energy capture, stall behaviour, structural dynamics and control design. Finally, the potential for up-scaling to 20 MW is discussed.

Original languageEnglish
JournalEnergy Procedia
Volume53
Pages (from-to)23-33
Number of pages11
ISSN1876-6102
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014
EventEERA DeepWind 2014 - Deep Sea Offshore Wind R & D Conference - Trondheim, Norway
Duration: 22 Jan 201424 Jan 2014

Conference

ConferenceEERA DeepWind 2014 - Deep Sea Offshore Wind R & D Conference
Country/TerritoryNorway
CityTrondheim
Period22/01/201424/01/2014

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