SEALIFT
The main objective of the project is to develop an innovative solution for the installation and operation of offshore wind farms, aimed at improving resource availability for installation and providing greater flexibility in the planning and execution of new projects.
Technical Objectives:
Significant cost reduction by eliminating the need for large port cranes to assemble wind turbines on floating structures, as well as jack-up vessels for offshore installation.
Increased operational windows for offshore wind turbine installation and major corrective actions, thanks to the integration of the assembly system design with realistic substructure design, dynamics, and corresponding vibration conditions.
Increased port productivity due to a significant reduction in port occupancy time and the optimization of workflow processes.
Increased load capacity, reduced installation times, and enhanced safety in installation processes. The new lifting concept proposed in this project will operate at platform (ground) level, meaning its load capacity will not be affected by the load moment (h, r), as is the case with current systems. The goal is to design a system with a lifting capacity of 4,000 tons, independent of height.
Reduction of the carbon footprint associated with installation and maintenance activities in floating offshore wind energy. This will be achieved through the implementation of a system that requires fewer resources, is adaptable to different floating platforms, and minimizes sea travel by enabling in-situ maintenance operations.
