Tensegrity offshore wind power generation support structure
US12049766B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 30, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 30, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/727
- WIPO fieldEngines, pumps, turbines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tensegrity offshore wind power generation support structure is provided, relating to the technical field of offshore wind power. The support structure includes inclined columns, prestressed cables, a rigid support, a floating foundation and anchoring systems. A stable self-balancing space supporting structure is formed by the inclined columns and the cables; the inclined columns inclines outwards, upper parts of the inclined columns are connected with the prestressed cables; the bottom ends of the inclined columns are connected with the floating foundation; the middle parts of the inclined columns are connected with the rigid support; and the floating foundation is fixed with a seabed through the anchoring systems. According to the support structure, a tower in the traditional design is not needed, and all the cables are ensured to be in a tension state through the support of the inclined columns.
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