Approval in Principle(AiP) granted by Korean Register(KR) to Samsung Heavy Industries ‘(SHI) floating platform. Also known as “SnapWindFloat”, this offshore wind substructure is designed to support 15 MW turbines.
Approval of the floating wind platform
SHI ‘s experience in offshore projects has been important in the creation of the SnapWindFloat. Having a design, optimized to be lightweight and modular, it is a direct response to the need to streamline construction and installation.
SHI ‘s floating offshore wind platform is stabilized with a minimum of three mooring lines fixed to the seabed. A system that guarantees its safety in oceanic environments, even under slight inclinations.
Versatility is another major advantage, as it is compatible with multiple turbine capacities. Consequently, KR conducted a thorough design evaluation to verify its safety and structural strength.
Both SHI and KR have emphasized the role of this technology in the energy transition. Hae-Ki Jang, Chief Technology Officer of Samsung Heavy Industriessaid that “SnapWindFloat” is a state-of-the-art solution that combines his company’s vast experience with innovative design. It will also contribute to the goal of carbon neutrality in large-scale projects.
Lee Yongsok, Executive Vice President of Korean Register, said that this development represents a new frontier for the industry. KR’ s AIP accelerates the deployment of innovative structures that will be the foundation for the next wave of global offshore wind energy projects.
Source and photo: KR
