OFD®-Shaft Sinking Machines
Optimisation of OFD®-Shaft Sinking Machines by holistic system-simulation
| Partner: | Herrenknecht AG |
| Duration: | 2013-2014 |
| Contact: | Mathias Näther |
The expansion of renewable energies is essential in order to achieve the climate protection goals of the German government. The expansion of offshore wind energy is particularly important in this context. The establishment of basic structures, typically monopile, tripod or jacket structures, is a task that faces the executing companies with major challenges. For this reason, Herrenknecht AG has developed a new foundation method in cooperation with Hochtief Solutions AG: Offshore Foundation Drilling - OFD®. Drilling technologies are used to secure the foundations on the sea floor. The drilling method offers great advantages compared to the old pile driving technology.