FLOAT Project: Task 2.2 Testing of CRC specimens

Eigil V. Sørensen, Bendt Aarup

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    Abstract

    The objective of the FLOAT project is to study the reliability of high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete, also known as Compact Reinforced Composite (CRC), for the floats of wave energy converters. In order to reach a commercial breakthrough, wave energy converters need to achieve a lower price of energy produced, comparable to prices currently obtained from offshore wind power, and this can be done by the use of more suitable materials. The flotation device is a key part of converters, as it accounts for a considerable share of initial investment, up to 27% depending on the converter. CRC floats could lead to enhanced loading capacity and environmental resistance, and very low maintenance requirements, affecting directly the final energy price.
    Original languageEnglish
    Place of PublicationAalborg
    PublisherDepartment of Civil Engineering, Aalborg University
    Number of pages12
    Publication statusPublished - 2011
    SeriesDCE Contract Reports
    Number112

    Bibliographical note

    Pdf for print: 16 pp. The project involves DEXA Wave Energy Ltd, Wave Star A/S, Aalborg University and Hi-Con A/S.

    Keywords

    • Fracture Energy
    • Fibres
    • Flexural Behaviour
    • Compressive Strength

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