Bidirectional vibration control for FOWTs using tuned cable-inerter systems

Key Points

• Enhanced vibration control significantly reduces dynamic response in floating offshore wind turbines, improving stability and performance.
• Energy efficiency metrics demonstrate a notable gain, with systems improving output by over 20% under various operational conditions.
• Analysis of a model incorporating tuned cable-inerter systems provides insights into dynamic response and vibration mitigation strategies.
• Potential implications highlight the need for broad adoption in offshore wind energy systems to increase reliability and efficiency.