Hydro-elasticity of a Bulge Wave Energy Converter in the 2D Frank Close-Fit Method

Hydro-elasticity is important in the evaluation of a category of wave energy converters (WEC). In this paper, the hydro-elastic response of a bulge wave energy converter is examined by the implementation of a two-dimensional potential theory. The numerical implementation of the Frank Close-Fit method (FCFM) defines hydrodynamic coefficients and...

“Assessment on the design and production of a composite inland waterway vessel by means of Additive Manufacturing’’

SummaryIntroductionAdditive Manufacturing (AM) offers potential to add value in terms of storage, localised production, production rate, weight reduction, customization and offers complexity for free. Within the Maritime Construction Sector (MCS) business models for AM are difficult to obtain due to its relatively large objects and the...

3D motion compensation for an offshore crane: Assessing the feasibility for wind turbine maintenance

When working offshore on a floating vessel, the vessel will be subjected to wave induced motions and with a moving crane tip, a suspended load can start to swing. When the motions of the load become too large, the operation is interrupted. Alternatives such as jack-ups, function as a fixed platform to which the crane is attached, therefore...