Aerones has completed offshore technology tests in Scotland and now offers a technologically and financially viable solution for offshore turbine maintenance.
“We are thrilled to see our technology succeed in offshore conditions,” said Dainis Kruze, CEO of Aerones. “I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to our engineers and everyone involved in this achievement. Great things are made by great people, and the Aerones team is the most incredible group I’ve had the pleasure of working with. This milestone is a game-changer, not just for our company but for the entire wind-energy industry. Our mission has always been to deliver the perfect combination of speed, quality, and reliability, and today we’re one step closer to making that a reality.”
“Innovation in inspection and repair technologies for the offshore wind sector will be a critical enabler of the global expansion in the renewable sector in the coming years. It presents a global opportunity for this type of innovative robotic solution, in this case, initially developed for onshore wind installations, to be brought to market for the offshore wind sector,” said John Walker, ORE Catapult engineering manager, development, and operations.
During the tests, Aerones deployed its advanced submersible winch system, enabling the company’s robots to conduct inspections and repairs on offshore wind turbines. The system, featuring submersible anchors, was developed over the past year to securely elevate, position, and operate the robots in challenging offshore environments.
Partially funded by the European Union’s BLUE project, the testing was conducted at the Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult facility near Levenmouth, Scotland, on October 7 and 8. The entire test was completed in a single day.
Aerones’ submersible winch technology is specifically designed to overcome these obstacles, allowing robots to perform their tasks safely and efficiently in harsh marine environments.
Aerones’ successful offshore tests represent a critical advancement for the wind-energy sector, especially as global demand increasingly shifts toward renewable energy sources.
The ability to maintain and repair turbines in remote and challenging environments is essential for improving the efficiency and longevity of offshore wind farms.
With the successful tests at ORE Catapult now complete, Aerones’ next objective is to begin offering its services for commercial offshore wind turbines.
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