In situ blade inspection, cleaning and repair for offshore wind turbines using suspended work platforms

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Title
In situ blade inspection, cleaning and repair for offshore wind turbines using suspended work platforms

CoPED ID
3c14e266-e70b-4af2-8301-21e786f1d1fa

Status
Closed


Value
£221,262

Start Date
May 31, 2013

End Date
May 30, 2014

Description

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This project will develop a way to use a Suspended Work Platform (SWP) deployed from a small service vessel to carry out in situ inspection, cleaning and repair of offshore wind turbine blades. SWPs are sometimes used for onshore turbines, but have not been deployed offshore from a vessel, and offshore blades are not normally repaired in situ. The project will develop the equipment and safe systems of work needed to demonstrate the feasibility of deployment of SWPs offshore for blade maintenance. The benefits include reduced maintenance costs, reduced use of large jackup barges, less fuel used, less carbon emitted, quicker repairs, less arduous and more productive work, improved blade performance, extended blade life, leading to cheaper electricity from wind.

Subjects by relevance
  1. Turbines
  2. Wind power stations
  3. Wind energy
  4. Working life

Extracted key phrases
  1. Offshore wind turbine blade
  2. Situ blade inspection
  3. Offshore blade
  4. Extended blade life
  5. Improved blade performance
  6. Blade maintenance
  7. Situ inspection
  8. Reduced use
  9. Quick repair
  10. Small service vessel
  11. Onshore turbine
  12. Work platform
  13. Productive work
  14. Cleaning

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UKRI project entry

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