Wave Limitations for Floating AWES: A method for determining effects of wave induced motions on horizontally landing Airborne Wind Energy Systems on floating foundations

Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) is a field of engineering that utilizes tethered aircraft for the generation of electrical power. The potential for the application of AWE in deep-water offshore environments on top of floating foundations is enormous. Where conventional wind turbines would require a very stable platform to reduce motions at the...