Statistical Analyses of Metocean Data for Offshore Wind Design in German Waters

摘要

This paper summarises how statistical analyses of hindcast MetOcean data can be applied to find optimal solutions for offshore windfarm projects. Models can be used to generate oceanographic conditions for large sea areas where long time series can be extracted from any position of interest. The results from analysis of normal and extreme conditions are favourable informations for the design, planning and operational process of an offshore windfarm project. Based on the level of detail benefits are the development of a cost effective design and operation process as well as a better understanding of the site conditions for the development of a risk assessment for the entire lifecycle of offshore wind farms.