Foundation support system for an offshore wind energy convertor, corresponding to an offshore wind power generating facility
US8864419B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 18, 2011 |
| Grant date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 18, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE02B2017/0091
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A foundation system for supporting an offshore wind energy convertor is provided and includes a foundation base resting on the seabed and a column supporting the wind energy convertor which is linked to the foundation base. The column and the base are linked by an articulated joint connection, allowing tilt motions of the column in all directions from a vertical axis. A wind power generator facility including such a support, and a method of erecting such a foundation system, are also provided.
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