Project overview:
Novel Fluid Film Bearing for Wind Turbines Main Bearing Application
Awardee:
Tufts University
Start Date:
Q3, 2024
Technical Challenge Area:
O&M and Safety
Completion Date:
N/A (Currently Underway)
Synopsis:
The objective of this project is to design, fabricate and test a prototype of a novel fluid film bearing (FBB) in replacement of current state-of-the-art roller element bearing (REB) that act as the main bearings for wind turbine drivetrain shafts.
Target Outcomes:
1
Quantify the values of proposed technology through accurate assessment of O&M cost benefits in collaboration with industry team members.
2
Develop a predictive analysis for assessing proper benefits in maintenance costs of the proposed technology including all sectors and aspects of O&M off-shore wind turbine operation.
3
Develop an R&D roadmap for further technical development relevant to drivetrain predictive maintenance.
