Focus Day

Workshops B - C. Please note that Workshop A takes place at the end of Conference day 2.

9:10 am - 9:20 am Chairpersons’ Opening

9:20 am - 9:50 am Bladerunner Technology: Revolutionizing Rotor Blades by Nabrawind


• Introducing Nabrawind’s groundbreaking Bladerunner Technology, transforming

the design and performance of rotor blades in the wind energy sector.

• Exploring how Bladerunner Technology incorporates load-alleviating

mechanisms, such as active flow control and adaptive trailing edge

systems, to optimize blade performance and reduce fatigue loads.

• Highlighting how Nabrawind’s Bladerunner Technology ensures enhanced

structural integrity and reliability by mitigating dynamic effects, such as

vortex shedding and aerodynamic instabilities.

• Showcasing the modularity and adaptability of Bladerunner Technology,

allowing for flexible blade designs and retrofits, accommodating various wind

turbine models and optimizing performance across different wind regimes.

Eneko Sola García

Chief Sales Officer

Nabrawind

9:50 am - 10:20 am From Tip/Top to bottom – challenges in validation of structural components for off-shore wind turbines

Dr. Steffen Czichon - Head of Rotor Blades Department, Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems


• Off-shore wind turbine structural validation faces challenges from top to bottom, requiring thorough analysis and testing.


• Extreme loading conditions necessitate robust validation techniques to ensure component integrity.


• Validation at the tip involves assessing aerodynamics, material fatigue, and structural response.


• Validation at the bottom involves evaluating foundation stability and dynamic interaction with the supporting structure.


Dr. Steffen Czichon,


Head of Department


Fraunhofer IWES


Alexander Schenck


Head of Department, Support Structures


Fraunhofer IWES

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Dr. Steffen Czichon

Head of Rotor Blades Department
Fraunhofer Institute for Wind Energy Systems

10:50 am - 11:20 am Driving Operational Excellence with Revenue-Based Availability Approach For Rotor Blades & Towers

Ursula Smolka - Head of Offshore Wind Asset Management Global Wind, Ramboll


• Exploring how the Revenue-Based Availability approach optimizes revenue

by strategically planning service activities to keep turbines operational

during periods of high revenue potential.

• Discussing the importance of factoring in both wind speed and electricity

price when planning service activities, ensuring efficient utilization of

resources and maximizing revenue generation.

• Highlighting the significance of proactive service planning based on

revenue potential, enabling timely interventions and maintenance activities

during periods of favorable wind speed and electricity price conditions.

• Showcasing how the Revenue-Based Availability approach improves

operational efficiency by aligning service activities with revenue

optimization, resulting in increased turbine uptime and revenue generation.

Ursula Smolka

Head of Assest Manangement

Ramboll

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Ursula Smolka

Head of Offshore Wind Asset Management Global Wind
Ramboll

11:10 am - 11:40 am PANEL DISCUSSION - Operational Maintenance and Excellence: Productivity and Efficiency in Rotor Blade and Tower Manufacturing


• This panel discussion brings together the expertise of both Rotor Blade

Specialists and Wind Turbine Tower Specialists, with a focus on operational

maintenance and excellence in the manufacturing of rotor blades

and wind turbine towers. We aim to explore the latest technologies and

strategies that drive increased productivity and efficiency, benefiting the

entire wind energy sector.

• We will delve into the transformative technologies such as automation,

robotics, and additive manufacturing that enhance productivity and

efficiency in both rotor blade and wind turbine tower manufacturing

processes. The integration of these technologies will pave the way for more

streamlined and cost-effective production.

• Special attention will be given to cutting-edge material innovations,

including composite materials and coatings, that offer improved

performance, durability, and reduced maintenance requirements for both

rotor blades and wind turbine towers. Participants will share insights on

selecting the most suitable materials to optimize energy capture and

overall structural integrity.

• The role of digital twin simulation, predictive modeling, and data analytics

will be explored for both rotor blades and wind turbine towers. These

technologies play a crucial role in optimizing production processes, leading

to higher precision, quality, and operational efficiency, as well as facilitating

predictive maintenance strategies.

• A significant aspect of our discussion will focus on the importance of supply

chain management and collaboration between rotor blade and wind

turbine tower specialists. Efficient collaboration ensures the seamless

integration of materials and manufacturing processes, guaranteeing timely

availability of resources and maximizing productivity throughout the value

chain.

11:50 am - 2:20 pm Damping of eigenmodes in rotor blades

Dr. Lukas Schneider - Vibration Engineer, ESM

How data can help make better predictions to improve design and quality of Blades, therefore increasing lifespan.

• Explore how continuous monitoring of data from already in use blades can inform better energy capture. 

• Impact of changes in material impact 

• Data analytics and limitations and potential growth are tackled as well.

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Dr. Lukas Schneider

Vibration Engineer
ESM

12:20 pm - 1:50 pm Networking Luncheon

2:20 pm - 2:50 pm Charting a future scenario: The wind supply chain in 2030 – identifying the gap between trends and reality.

Susanne Leidescher - Senior Consultant Business Intelligence & Sales, Ramboll
Felicitas Frick - Senior Consultant - Circular Economy & Resource Management, Ramboll

• Regulatory drivers

• Decarbonisation

• Circularity and resources

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Susanne Leidescher

Senior Consultant Business Intelligence & Sales
Ramboll

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Felicitas Frick

Senior Consultant - Circular Economy & Resource Management
Ramboll

2:50 pm - 3:20 pm Coffee Break & Networking

Table A

3:20 pm - 4:00 pm Driving Operational Excellence with Revenue-Based Availability Approach For Rotor Blades & Towers
Ursula Smolka - Head of Offshore Wind Asset Management Global Wind, Ramboll
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Ursula Smolka

Head of Offshore Wind Asset Management Global Wind
Ramboll

Table B

3:20 pm - 4:00 pm Damping of eigenmodes in rotor blades
Dr. Lukas Schneider - Vibration Engineer, ESM


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Dr. Lukas Schneider

Vibration Engineer
ESM

Table C

3:20 pm - 4:00 pm Bladerunner Technology: Revolutionizing Rotor Blades by Nabrawind


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Susanne Leidescher

Senior Consultant Business Intelligence & Sales
Ramboll

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Felicitas Frick

Senior Consultant - Circular Economy & Resource Management
Ramboll

6:20 pm - 6:50 pm WORKSHOP B - Advancements in XXL Blade Design for Rotor Blades: Engineering the Future of Wind Energy


Join our technical workshop as we delve into the cutting-edge world of XXL Blade Design for Rotor Blades. Discover how engineering innovations are pushing the boundaries of wind energy technology, unlocking higher energy capture and improved efficiency. 

• Explore the latest advancements in 

composite materials and structural 

engineering techniques that enable 

the design and manufacturing of XXL 

rotor blades with superior strength 

and aerodynamic performance. 

• Discuss the intricacies of optimizing 

aerodynamic profiles and innovative 

noise reduction strategies for XXL 

blades, enhancing overall turbine 

efficiency, and ensuring minimal 

environmental impact. 

• Gain insights into the rigorous 

validation and testing processes 

employed to ensure the reliability and 

safety of XXL rotor blades, meeting 

international standards and industry 

best practices 

Ulrike Kersten 

Senior Engineer 

TPI Composites