Principle Power introduces two new floating wind platform designs

Principle Power has introduced two new designs for semi-submersible floating wind foundations: the WindFloat TC (tubular, central column) and the WindFloat FC (flat panel, central column).

According to Principle Power, these designs are natural evolutions of its existing technology. Until now, the company’s designs were based on a perimeter column (see picture), while the new ones feature a central column.

The truth is, I’m not aware of the benefits of one design over the other, but for some reason, Principle Power has decided to include both in its portfolio. It’s possible that the reason is to use one platform or the other depending on the characteristics of the wind turbine it will equip, but also the resources available in the manufacturing plants (which could vary depending on the location).

Sergio Fdez Munguía

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