Numerical investigation reveals atmospheric turbulence drives power fluctuations in floating offshore wind farms, suggesting integration of wind-wave interactions is vital.
Key Points
Atmospheric turbulence primarily influences power fluctuations, enhancing output through vertical flux entrainment.
Large-amplitude waves modulate turbulence at higher frequencies, leading to improved turbine performance under specific conditions.
Assessment used scale-adaptive large-eddy simulation framework, resolving turbulence structures with 107 million grid points.
Findings highlight the importance of integrating wind-wave interactions for optimizing floating wind farm design and resilience.