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Design of Scale-Model Floating Wind Turbine Platforms

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The goal of this project was to fabricate 100:1 scale models of tension leg platform and shallow draft barge floating wind turbines, and to perform hydrodynamic tests. This report details the design process for the model turbine components and platform, including revisions and suggestions for improvement. Components were modeled in SolidWorks, then fabricated using a rapid prototyping system or machine tools. Models were tested using sensors to monitor the platform's response to various wave conditions while in towing conditions.

  • This report represents the work of one or more WPI undergraduate students submitted to the faculty as evidence of completion of a degree requirement. WPI routinely publishes these reports on its website without editorial or peer review.
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  • E-project-031610-140402
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  • 2010
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  • 2010-03-16
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