Cost optimization of dynamic cable lazy wave configurations for floating offshore wind turbines

This research aims to design a low-cost dynamic cable lazy wave configuration at different curvature factors by adopting an integrated approach to optimally size the length of different sections of the dynamic cable accounting for maximum allowable tension, maximum allowable curvature, minimum allowable sag position and maximum allowable hog position. The research explores trade-offs associated with the increase in costs as curvature factor decreases. The configuration is subjected to Near, Far and No offset scenarios to analyse the impact on costs and its performance. The assessment includes determining configuration costs and optimal lengths at different curvature factors for each scenario. Observations reveal that the hang-off point consistently experiences the highest curvature across the arc length in all configurations and scenarios. Optimal configurations for Far scenario outperform configurations designed for No offset scenario when subjected to the remaining two scenarios. Opt...