Aug 2026· Balkan Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering· Vol 14· 0 citations· 12 references
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This article examines the key engineering challenges associated with the mechanical design of offshore wind turbines operating in harsh marine environments. The study discusses the main structural categories–foundations, towers, and rotors–emphasizing their suitability for different sea depths and geological conditions. Mechanical factors that significantly influence structural reliability are analysed, including loads, corrosion, fatigue, vibration, and aerodynamic as well as mechanical noise. The research also highlights current technological trends such as the increasing use of composite materials, hybrid tower structures, anti–corrosion solutions, floating platforms for deep–water installations, and smart monitoring systems supported by artificial intelligence. Additionally, the paper evaluates international experience and its relevance to the Baltic Sea region, focusing on Lithuania’s potential and engineering priorities for offshore wind development. The findings show that the integration of modern materials, digital diagnostics, and advanced foundation technologies can considerably improve operational efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and extend structural lifespan.
As the development of wind energy extends into deeper offshore waters, the stability and reliability of floating platforms have become critical research focal points. This study focuses on the selection and parameter optimization of a semisubmersible platform for floating offshore wind turbines. A comprehensive three-d...
Chi Ma, Ru-Ming Feng, Lei Tan et al.· International Conference on...· 0 citations
This paper presents a structured narrative review of the impact of climate change on off-shore renewable energy (ORE) infrastructure, focusing on the interaction between climatic stress factors and structural reliability. Following a structured literature search, numerous scientific studies were selected and analyzed b...
Cristina Alecsa, L. Rusu, C. Gasparotti et al.· The 1st International Online...· 0 citations
In the process of global transition towards sustainable energy infrastructures, continuous optimization of mechanical design parameters of wind energy harvesting is required. The blades of wind turbines are aerodynamic parts that are related to efficiency, structural stability and mass of the material. This is a narrat...
Hao-Wen Wang· International Journal of Adv...· 0 citations
Wind turbine towers are critical supporting structures whose structural safety, durability, and cost-effectiveness become increasingly important as turbine capacities and hub heights increase. This review synthesises the structural design and performance characteristics of steel tubular, concrete, steel–concrete hybrid...
Cheng Zhang· Archives of Current Research...· 0 citations
Floating offshore wind turbines (FOWTs), designed to exploit wind resources in deep-water environments, have attracted considerable attention due to their substantial development potential. This study investigates the operational reliability of a floating offshore wind turbine drivetrain (FOWTD) subjected to multiple s...
Yao Li, Jun-Po Hu, Long Li et al.· Proceedings of the Instituti...· 0 citations
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