Surewave

Floating PV (FPV) is an emerging technology for renewable energy generation and these FPV infrastructures are continuously exposed to extreme wave loads in marine environments throughout their lifespan. Understanding the hydrodynamics of FPV systems is crucial for optimizing design and ensuring long-term reliability. State-of-the-art tools are necessary for designing these FPVs, but these tools must be validated with experimental test data. As part of the European Union-funded SUREWAVE project, project partner MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands) conducted 1:10 scale wave basin tests to study the hydrodynamic behaviour of FPV systems. Our focus was on understanding the performance of the flexible hinges that interconnect the PV panels. We are excited to share this valuable data with the research and industrial community to aid in designing robust FPV systems that will contribute to achieving the European Commission's renewable energy targets. The dataset, now available on Zenodo, includes comprehensive results from our tests, covering a 5 × 3 FPV matrix, both with and without an external floating breakwater (FBW). This dataset is an excellent resource for validating hydrodynamic models, especially for those working on FPV systems or related marine technologies. We encourage you to utilize this data to improve the accuracy of your simulations and contribute to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. This journal publication describes the results: https://lnkd.in/dDkQCBhB The dataset can be found on Zenodo: https://lnkd.in/dDzqxMdP For more details you can contact: Joep van der Zanden from MARIN (Maritime Research Institute Netherlands)   #SUREWAVE #FPV #RenewableEnergy #Hydrodynamics #SustainableEnergy #ModelValidation #ResearchData #EUfunded

💡BETTING ON RENEWABLE TECH💡 ACCIONA is betting big on cutting-edge renewable technologies, anticipating significant growth in the sector over the coming years and decades, not just in floating solar energy but also in wind power. Acciona believes that floating photovoltaic solar energy can make the leap to the sea, and that's why they invest in projects like SUREWAVE. #RenewableEnergy #Innovation #Sustainability #SolarEnergy #WindPower #Acciona #GreenTech #FutureEnergy #SUREWAVE

🌐 Future Steps for Acciona 🌐 When asked about the future for ACCIONA within the SureWave project, here's what's next: The next steps involve validating the long-term behavior of our concrete breakwater solution in a marine environment, focusing on corrosion degradation and biofouling deposition. These prototypes will be placed in the Port of Gijón in northern Spain, with a 12-month long-term monitoring period. Beyond the project framework, Acciona aims to use these results as a foundation for further research to enhance properties, expand applications, and adapt to different project requirements. #Innovation #Sustainability #MarineEngineering #ConcreteSolutions #Acciona #ResearchAndDevelopment #surewave

🌊 Advancing Offshore Energy with European Support 🌊 The European Commission has shown strong support in the SureWave project. We have received significant funding for our offshore activities, including windmill power and floating prototypes. This demonstrates Europe's clear vision for a sustainable future and a robust energy industry. Our clients are also showing great interest in offshore energy infrastructure, leading us to anticipate substantial growth in this market in the short and medium term. Together, we're shaping the future of renewable energy!🌍💡 #RenewableEnergy #Offshoreenergy #Sustainability #Innovation #Europe #GreenEnergy #WindPower #EnergyInfrastructure

🚀 Innovative Low-Density Concrete Solutions 🚀 One of the challenges ACCIONA faced in the SureWave-project: designing a sustainable, low-density concrete solution for the inner core of wavebreakers to replace expanded polystyrene. 📉 Challenge: Replace expanded polystyrene (density: 15-30 kg/m³) with a concrete solution targeting around 300 kg/m³. 🧪 Solution: Through extensive trials, we developed a cellular concrete mix achieving 350 kg/m³ at 28 days, using 100% recycled lightweight aggregates. This breakthrough not only meets the density goals but also eliminates the use of primary aggregates, paving the way for more sustainable construction practices. #Innovation #Sustainability #Concrete #Engineering #Recycling #GreenBuilding #Acciona #Construction #EcoFriendly #SureWave

🌍 Sustainable Innovation in Concrete Production 🌍 ACCIONA is committed to two main environmental goals: 1. Maximizing Waste Utilization: developing sustainable concrete mixes using recycled aggregates and other waste materials. This initiative reduces landfill waste and conserves natural resources. 2. Reducing Carbon Footprint: making more eco-friendly concrete mixes by using less cement or replacing it with bio products like fly ash and ground granulated blast-furnace slags. Join us in our journey towards a greener future! 🌱 #Sustainability #Innovation #Concrete #Recycling #GreenBuilding #EcoFriendly #WasteReduction #CarbonFootprint

🌱From Waste to Wonder🌱 ACCIONA's contribution to the SureWave-project involves creating sustainable solutions using waste materials, such as recycled aggregates from construction demolition waste, lightweight aggregates from glass waste, fly ash, and ground granulated blast-furnace slags. These efforts highlight dedication to reducing environmental impact and promoting a circular economy. Join us in our journey towards a more sustainable future. Watch the video to learn more about Acciona's role in this transformative project. #Sustainability #Innovation #Acciona #GreenFuture #EnvironmentalCommitment #RecycledMaterials

🌍 Leading the Wave of Sustainability 🌊 Together with ACCIONA, we're revolutionizing coastal infrastructure with groundbreaking circular concrete solutions for floating breakwaters. Leveraging insights from past EU-funded projects, we're not just building breakwaters; we're reshaping sustainable construction everywhere. Dive into our journey of innovation with us!  #sustainableconstruction #innovation #acciona

The main innovation in the SUREWAVE project is to bring together the breakwater with floating solar modules. To do this, we have to so several sub-innovations. Here are some of the key innovations 💡 #floatingsolar #renewable #renewableenergy #solar #solarenergy

In our recent interview with SINTEF, we delved into the complexities of utilizing neural networks for predicting concrete properties. One major hurdle is the need for vast amounts of data to train these networks effectively. Gathering sufficient data from partners like ACCIONA and unifying databases from literature is no small feat. However, these efforts are crucial to ensure accurate predictions of concrete strength based on constituents such as water, binder, and aggregates. Overcoming these challenges is key to advancing concrete technology and its applications. #Innovation #AI #MachineLearning #ConcreteTechnology #Research #NeuralNetworks #Construction #Sustainability