Focus Day

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


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

Eneko Sola Garcia - Chief Sales Officer, Nabrawind Technologies


• 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

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Eneko Sola Garcia

Chief Sales Officer
Nabrawind Technologies

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

Alexander Schenk - Head of Department Support Structures, Fraunhofer IWES


• 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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Alexander Schenk

Head of Department Support Structures
Fraunhofer IWES

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


• 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

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 - 12:20 pm Damping of eigenmodes in rotor blades

Dr. Lukas Schneider - Vibration Engineer, ESM



-Small damping values of low and high frequency eigenmodes in rotor

blades lead to resonances that have impacts on the structural integrity

and radiation of noise.

-It is shown in a systematic way how damping can be introduced into the

eigenmodes of blades and resonant behaviour can be prevented.

-The focus is on edge-wise vibrations, tonalities and broad-band radiation of the noise.


Dr. Lukas Schneider, Vibration Engineer, ESM

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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.

• Regulatory drivers

• Decarbonisation

• Circularity and resources


Susanne Leidescher

Senior Consultant Business Intelligence & Sales

Ramboll


Felicitas Frick

Senior Consultant - Circular Economy and 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

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
Eneko Sola Garcia - Chief Sales Officer, Nabrawind Technologies


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Eneko Sola Garcia

Chief Sales Officer
Nabrawind Technologies

4:15 pm - 5:45 pm WORKSHOP A - Charting a future scenario: The wind supply chain in 2030 – bridging the gap between trends and reality.

After having identified the gap between trends and reality, Ramboll will reflect in a common approach on bridging the gap between regulations and reality.


-Regulatory drivers

-Decarbonisation

-Circularity and resources



Susanne Leidescher

Senior Consultant Business Intelligence & Sales

Ramboll


Felicitas Frick

Senior Consultant - Circular Economy and Resource Management

6:00 pm - 7:20 pm WORKSHOP B - Advancements in XXL Blade Design for Rotor Blades: Engineering the Future of Wind Energy

Ulrike Kersten - Senior Engineer, TPI Composites


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 

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Ulrike Kersten

Senior Engineer
TPI Composites