This success story presents the groundbreaking collaboration between Lamprell and Akselos, focusing on the innovative use of digital twin technology and Reduced Basis Finite Element Analysis (RB-FEA) in the design and maintenance of offshore wind farm foundations.
The study highlights how Lamprell, leveraging Akselos’ advanced software, has significantly optimized the design and fabrication of jacket foundations for wind turbines.
Key challenges addressed include handling significant dynamic loads, optimizing manufacturability to reduce CAPEX, managing stringent fabrication and inspection requirements, and ensuring fitness for service through Engineering Criticality and Probabilistic Modelling Assessments.
The digital collaboration facilitated a remarkable reduction in steel weight by up to 30%, leading to significant CAPEX savings and enhanced operational and maintenance efficiency. The results of this partnership demonstrate not only a substantial improvement in the structural integrity of these offshore assets but also a notable increase in return on investment and asset lifespan.
This success story exemplifies the transformative potential of digital twin technology in improving offshore wind turbine foundation design, delivering tangible benefits in asset integrity management, and aligning with modern society’s goals for renewable energy and efficient manufacturing.
