Experimental study on the motion response of an integrated floating desalination plant and offshore wind turbine on a non-ship platform

An on-grid floating desalination plant (FDP), powered by conventional fossil fuel, was recently proposed to support freshwater demands in some remote coastal cities that have electricity grid networks. The aim of this study is investigate feasibility integrating a wind turbine into the same FDP platform be suitable for off-grid services with sustainable clean energy resources. new concept fully self-contained mobile system wind. Using 1:100 scale model concept, an experimental performed floater's motion behavior Egypt. According historical sea statistical data Red Sea Egypt and taking combined dynamic responses consideration, frequency time history analyses been done. Furthermore, possibility using five different turbines studied upgrading purposes. Results show has capability all tested operate safely Egyptian environmental conditions. Based on without comparisons, there are minor changes heave responses, while pitch surge major due operation.