Round robin testing of synthetic fibre ropes for application in marine renewable energy

F. Khalid, L. Johanning, P. Halswell, P. R. Thies, P. Davies, N. Lacotte

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Abstract

The unique design requirements of mooring systems in Marine Renewable Energy (MRE) installations require detailed numerical and empirical investigations as well as offshore experience in order to adopt and certify fibre ropes. Laboratories provide a controlled environment for quick, inexpensive and repeatable testing compared to field deployment and enable a range of parameters to be studied. Uncertainties may be introduced in the laboratory test results because of effects associated with individual facilities (such as instrumentation accuracy, control system and analysis methods) despite following the same protocol. This paper presents the outcomes of a round robin testing campaign conducted at two test facilities within the MaRINET2 project. A comparative analysis was performed by monitoring the implementation of the test program and analysing the results to highlight differences between facilities. This has resulted in suggestions for best practice for fibre rope testing in the MRE industry.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDevelopments in Renewable Energies Offshore - Proceedings the 4th International Conference on Renewable Energies Offshore, RENEW 2020
EditorsC. Guedes Soares
PublisherCRC Press/Balkema
Pages657-665
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9780367681319
Publication statusPublished - 2021
Event4th International Conference on Renewable Energies Offshore, RENEW 2020 - Lisbon, Portugal
Duration: 12 Oct 202015 Oct 2020

Publication series

NameDevelopments in Renewable Energies Offshore - Proceedings the 4th International Conference on Renewable Energies Offshore, RENEW 2020

Conference

Conference4th International Conference on Renewable Energies Offshore, RENEW 2020
Country/TerritoryPortugal
CityLisbon
Period12/10/2015/10/20

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering

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