Offshore Wind Energy Technology

This reference book is based on research material developed by the Norwegian Research Centre for Offshore Wind Technology and teaching material developed by the authors over the last 20 years. It will cover all aspects of offshore wind energy technology including the wind resource and the offshore environment; wind energy conversion systems technology, control and materials; grid connection and system integration; novel structures including bottom-fixed and floating; operation and maintenance strategies and technologies; and design tools for novel offshore wind energy concepts.