Analysis of Tightening Sequence Effects on Preload Behaviour of Offshore Wind Turbine M72 Bolted Connections

Offshore wind turbines in shallow waters are predominantly installed using a monopile foundation, onto which a transition piece and wind turbine are attached. Previously, the monopile to transition piece (MP-TP) connection was made using a grouted connection, however, cases of grout failure causing...

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Main Authors: Jarryd Braithwaite, Ali Mehmanparast
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-11-01
Series:Energies
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1073/12/23/4406