Design of support structures for offshore wind turbines - Interfacesbetween project owner, turbine manufacturer, authorities and designer

Abstract

Interfaces between all parties in an offshore wind project are numerous during design, certification and construction. In this paper, some items esp. regarding substructure design have been discussed, but there arecountless other interfaces in other disciplines (e. g. cabling and wind-farm management) as well. Proper management of these interfaces, esp. clearly identifying and accepting responsibilities, is of big importance for the success of a project. © Ernst & Sohn.