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Diaz, H.M. and Guedes Soares, C. (2023), Approach for installation and logistics of a floating offshore wind farm, Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, Vol. 11(1), 53
An approach is developed for floating wind farm installation by creating a model that allows the planning of the main logistic and installation aspects of a floating wind farm. The method aims to preserve the coherency between logistic methods and project performance, as floating wind farm installation is a complex problem, due to the number of components that impose specific constraints in areas such as transportation and manufacturing. The planning tool is developed based on the knowledge about how to use the various approaches and on the analysis of different logistical solutions. A techno-economic view of the logistics and installation involved in the floating wind farm design is the main objective of this study. A case study for the CENTEC TLP concept implemented in Spanish and Irish waters is performed. Case study findings reveal the major aspects that affect the design and logistics factors. The tool is developed for the main types of floating wind platforms and is applicable for preliminary design of wind farms worldwide. The tool suggests a strategy of design and logistic aspects dependent in few inputs as number of components for installation, distances and a maximum number of turbines. These findings are especially important for the new floating wind farms being positioned further offshore.
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