Equivalent current load simulation for floating wind turbines in model testing: Method and experimental validation

Hang Zhang

doi:10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.122557

Equivalent current load simulation for floating wind turbines in model testing: Method and experimental validation

2025-08-30

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DOI：10.1016/j.oceaneng.2025.122557

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• An equivalent current load simulation method based on a pulley-and-weight mechanism is proposed for FWT model tests, with detailed implementation procedures. • An integrated experimental setup is established to investigate FWT dynamics under both physical current generation and equivalent load simulation methods. • The influence of the equivalent method on measurement outcomes is assessed, including platform motion, mooring line loads, and nacelle dynamics. • Current-induced load coefficients are obtained through both wind tunnel and towing tank experiments, and a comparative analysis is conducted.

Keywords:

equivalent current load simulation

pulley-and-weight mechanism

floating wind turbine

model test

platform motion

mooring line loads

nacelle dynamics

current-induced load coefficients

Equivalent current load simulation for floating wind turbines in model testing: Method and experimental validation

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