Wave and noise damping system for post standing in body of water has hose or air cushion surrounding post holding large number of small air-filled cells

摘要

The post (1) may be used as a foundation for an offshore wind turbine for generating electrical power. It stands in a body of water (2) with its lower end rooted in the bottom and its upper end projecting above the surface. The upper end may be enlarged. There is a hose or air cushion (3) surrounding the post and holding large number of small air-filled cells (4).