Wind Energy – Designs
Aker Solutions launched three floating wind foundations designs at WindEurope Annual Event.
The YFloat, CONFloat-Omega, and CONFloat-7C draw on fifty years of offshore experience to maximize energy production, simplify construction and reduce maintenance.
All three have passive ballast systems and the capability of supporting turbines that are 15 MW and larger, according to Aker Solutions.
About the three foundations:
• The YFloat is an advanced steel floating substructure meticulously designed to provide a stable and efficient platform for wind turbines. Its symmetrical design facilitates efficient pre-fabrication with the option of local assembly, reducing material usage and simplifying the manufacturing process. The YFloat offers scalability that facilitates higher power generation and reduced levelized cost of energy (LCOE).
• The CONFloat-Omega is a circular concrete floater concept featuring a moonpool at its center and an offset turbine and tower, specifically designed for harsh environmental conditions. The concrete material and robust construction ensure high resistance to fatigue and minimal maintenance requirements.
• The CONFloat-7C draws on the legendary CONDEEP designs, with a 7-cell configuration featuring a centralized turbine and tower. This design reduces integration and completion draft, thereby enabling a wider range of execution locations and ports.
