Renewable Energy

The extensive PDL engineering design and analysis capabilities are aligned to support even the most technically challenging renewable energy projects in each of the four main Renewable Energy (RE) sectors, i.e., (1) Wind, (2) Wave and (3) Tidal.

CFD Analysis - Fluid flow simulation Velocity profile in and around a tidal turbine shroud.

The use of fundamental engineering hand calculations at the front end of any RE project will provide an initial sanity check as to the structural capability and technical viability of any given RE concept.

Having established that the gross engineering assumptions for the RE concept are indeed correct, the iterative use of the advanced FEA and CFD analysis tools, as an integral part of the subsequent detailed design process thereafter, provides the necessary assurances to the RE developers, funding bodies and operators alike that a given RE concept is fit for use.

FEA and CFD analyses not only validate the technical or engineering aspects of a given RE concept, but they also serve to maximise the operating efficiency of, and therefore the commercial gains derived from, the RE asset itself, i.e., the FEA and CFD analyses mitigate the technical risks, shorten the overall RE development timescales and ultimately reduce the total RE device development, operation and maintenance costs.

The RE market is a key strategic sector for PDL going forward and one where the company seeks to establish a leadership position by providing outright technical expertise in a cost effective manner to all parties involved in the RE development cycle and supply chain.

Please contact one of our engineers on T: ++ 44 1 434 609 473 for a free and confidential discussion as to your RE project requirements, or simply e-mail us at solutions@pdl-group.com and we will contact you by return.