INTEGRATED OFFSHORE WIND AND STORAGE SYSTEMS
Coupling floating wind turbines with short-, medium- and long-term storage to increase system flexibility, reduce curtailment and enhance energy availability.
Interdisciplinary Research
EXEMPLARY RESEARCH APPROACHES FOR INTEGRATED OFFSHORE ENERGY SYSTEMS
The following research approaches illustrate how different technologies, disciplines and industrial capabilities can be combined to create integrated offshore energy systems.
They serve as a starting point for joint research and development projects and can be further refined depending on the objectives, location and partners involved.
OFFSHORE HYDROGEN VALUE CHAIN
Research on offshore electrolysis, hydrogen storage (e.g. under pressure), transport and maritime logistics solutions for safe, efficient and cost-competitive supply chains.
HYBRID ENERGY PLATFORMS AND ENERGY HUBS
Design and development of multifunctional offshore platforms that combine power generation, storage, conversion (Power-to-X) and supply for multiple end uses.
MECHANICAL AND HYBRID STORAGE TECHNOLOGIES
Development and optimization of mechanical and hybrid storage concepts (e.g. gravity, buoyancy, compressed air) for short- and long-term applications under offshore conditions.
MATERIALS & STRUCTURES FOR HARSH MARINE ENVIRONMENTS
Research on corrosion-resistant materials, composites and lightweight structures with high durability, fatigue strength and cost efficiency.
MARITIME LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN OPTIMIZATION
Optimization of transport chains, port infrastructure, installation concepts and operational logistics for construction, operation, maintenance and decommissioning.
DIGITALIZATION, DATA AND AI APPLICATIONS
Use of cloud and edge infrastructures, digital twins, AI-supported analytics and forecasting for planning, operation, maintenance and system optimization.
INTELLIGENT SYSTEM CONTROL AND AUTONOMOUS OPERATIONS
Development of adaptive control strategies, remote monitoring and autonomous systems to increase efficiency, safety and availability.
SAFETY, RESILIENCE AND CYBERSECURITY
Research on safety concepts, redundancy, emergency strategies and cybersecurity to ensure reliable and secure offshore energy operations.
HUMAN FACTORS, TRAINING AND OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
Research on human-system interaction, training concepts and organizational processes to enhance safety, efficiency and knowledge transfer.
INSPECTION, MONITORING AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
Application of drones, robotics and sensor technologies for inspection, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance of offshore assets.
OCEAN ENERGY BEYOND WIND
Exploration of wave, tidal and ocean current energy as complementary sources and their integration into hybrid offshore energy systems.
POWER-TO-X AND E-FUELS
Development of offshore Power-to-X processes and production of e-fuels and chemical products including storage, transport and market integration.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND ECOSYSTEM PROTECTION
Assessment of environmental impacts, development of mitigation measures and promotion of biodiversity in offshore energy projects.
STANDARDIZATION, CERTIFICATION, REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS
Development of standards, certification processes and regulatory frameworks to accelerate deployment and ensure compliance for innovative offshore energy systems.
ECONOMIC EVALUATION AND BUSINESS MODELS
Analysis of costs, risks and investment scenarios as well as development of sustainable business models and financing strategies.
SYSTEM INTEGRATION AND FUTURE ENERGY SYSTEMS
Integration of offshore systems into national and international energy networks and cooperation with onshore infrastructure for a resilient and sustainable energy future.
