Lifetime extension of offshore support structures of wind turbines
A review
Abstract
The support structures of offshore wind turbines (OWTs) play a crucial role in ensuring their stability and performance, often enduring harsh environmental conditions that can reduce their operational lifespan. Extending the life of OWT support structures is essential to improving the cost-effectiveness and sustainability of wind energy. This paper reviews the various strategies and technologies for extending the lifetime of OWT, including advanced monitoring systems, maintenance techniques, structural reinforcements, material enhancements, and lifetime extension methods, with main focus on structural parts. It also examines the economic and environmental benefits of life extension and provides an analysis of the current state of research in this field. A comprehensive review is presented, offering a detailed insight into advancements and challenges in extending the operational life of support structures for OWTs.
Details
- Organisation(s)
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Institute of Steel Construction
- External Organisation(s)
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Universidade do Porto
- Type
- Review article
- Journal
- Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews
- Volume
- 217
- ISSN
- 1364-0321
- Publication date
- 07.2025
- Publication status
- Published
- Peer reviewed
- Yes
- ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
- Electronic version(s)
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2025.115788 (Access:
Open
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