Bound4Blue
Inalia has contributed to the design, installation and data analysis of the monitoring system that measures aerodynamic and dynamic loads of Bound4Blue´s Suction sails for vessels.
NEED
To know real loads on the sail at the interface with the vessel structure. Analyse the preloading and fatigue cycles on bolted joints.
CHALLENGES
- Definition of the measurement strategy to achieve the sensitivity and accuracy requirements.
- Distinguish separately the dynamic and aerodynamic effects.
- Durability in marine environment.
SOLUTIONS
- Design of the monitoring strategy.
- Installation of sensors and equipment for structural load measurement
- Interpretation and analysis of structural data. Sail aerodynamics and dynamic forces.
- Performance metrics
- Bolted joints fatigue analyses
- Load analysis according to external conditions (wind and vessel movements)
