KR102637606B1 - Floating offshore structures and floating offshore power plant having the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The floating marine structure of the present invention includes a plurality of columns; and a plurality of pontoons installed at the bottom of each of the columns, wherein a polygonal shape is formed by an imaginary line connecting the columns, the pontoons are installed inside the polygonal shape, and the pontoons are positioned at sea level. The cross-sectional area in the parallel direction is greater than or equal to the cross-sectional area in the direction parallel to the sea level of the columns, and the pontoons may have a shape that protrudes outward from the bottom of the columns.

Description

Floating marine structure and floating marine power generation device having the same {FLOATING OFFSHORE STRUCTURES AND FLOATING OFFSHORE POWER PLANT HAVING THE SAME}

The present invention relates to a floating marine structure and a floating marine power generation device equipped with the same.

As problems such as environmental regulations due to global warming and instability in the supply and demand of fossil fuels emerge, wind power generation, one of the new and renewable energy production systems, is receiving attention.

A wind power generation device is a device installed on land or in the sea that converts wind energy into electrical energy and produces electricity.

Wind power generation devices have been mainly installed on land, but offshore installations are gradually increasing. For wind power generation, the quality of wind at sea is generally better than on land, and there is an advantage in that it is easier to respond to blade noise problems. In particular, in order to secure economic feasibility, it is necessary to secure a large-scale complex, but it is difficult to secure such a complex on land, so coastal and offshore areas are emerging as large-scale offshore wind farms.

Structures for installing wind power generation devices at sea can be broadly divided into fixed and floating types. A fixed structure is a type in which the structure is directly fixed to the seafloor, like on land, and responds to environmental loads through structural deformation. A floating structure floats on the water and is subject to self-weight, buoyancy, environmental load and mooring force, and the movement and mooring of the structure. It is a method of overcoming environmental loads through force.

Until recently, offshore wind power plants were fixed and mainly installed in shallow water. However, fixed structures provide advantageous power generation conditions because the structure is fixed to the seafloor, but as the depth of water deepens, the size of the structure becomes too large and it becomes difficult to avoid the risk of fatigue failure. Additionally, as wind power generation devices become larger, the cost of manufacturing and installing structures increases astronomically.

In addition, the wind becomes stronger and more consistent the further it is from land, which can increase power generation efficiency. Accordingly, the need for the development of wind power generation is gradually increasing, even in deep waters far from the coast. Therefore, much research is being conducted on offshore wind power generation devices using floating structures that are not limited by the size of the structure even as the water depth increases.

The present invention was created to improve the conventional technology, and one purpose of the present invention is to provide a floating marine structure that can be installed regardless of water depth and a floating marine power generation device equipped with the same.

A floating marine structure according to one aspect of the present invention includes a plurality of columns; and a plurality of pontoons installed at the bottom of each of the columns, wherein a polygonal shape is formed by an imaginary line connecting the columns, the pontoons are installed inside the polygonal shape, and the pontoons are positioned at sea level. The cross-sectional area in the parallel direction is greater than or equal to the cross-sectional area in the direction parallel to the sea level of the columns, and the pontoons may have a shape that protrudes outward from the bottom of the columns.

Specifically, the protruding length of the pontoons may be less than or equal to the thickness of the fender used when docking the quay walls of the columns.

Specifically, a center column disposed inside the polygonal shape formed by the columns and supporting a power generation structure provided on the top; And it may further include a main pontoon installed at the bottom of the center column.

Specifically, it may further include a plurality of braces, some of which may connect each of the pontoons, and others of which may connect the pontoons and the main pontoon.

Specifically, the pontoons may have an arc-shaped area adjacent to the center column.

Specifically, the columns may have a circular or polygonal cross-section parallel to the sea level. A floating marine power generation device according to one aspect of the present invention includes the above-described floating marine structure; and a power generation structure installed on the floating marine structure.

The floating marine structure and floating marine power generation device according to the present invention can be installed without being affected by the water depth of the installation location.

1 is a diagram for explaining a floating marine power generation device including a floating marine structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the floating offshore structure (FOS) shown in FIG. 1.
Figure 3 is a perspective view for explaining the first column and first pontoon of Figure 2.
Figure 4 is a perspective view for explaining the second and third columns and the second and third pontoons of Figure 2.
Figure 5 is a perspective view for explaining the column and pontoon of a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a plan view of the column and pontoon shown in Figure 5.
Figure 7 is an exploded perspective view to explain the damper shown in Figure 5.
Figure 8 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 9 is a perspective view for explaining the first column shown in FIG. 8.
Figure 10 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 11 is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 10.
Figure 12 is a side conceptual diagram for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 13 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 12.
14 and 15 are perspective views illustrating floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.
Figures 16 and 18 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to further embodiments of the present invention, Figure 17 is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structures shown in Figure 16, and Figure 19 is in Figure 18. This is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structure shown.
Figures 20, 22, and 24 to 27 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to further embodiments of the invention, and Figure 21 is a bottom view of the floating marine structures shown in Figure 20, Figure 23 is a bottom view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 22.
Figures 28 and 29 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.
30 and 31 are perspective views illustrating floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.
Figure 32 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 33 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 34 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in FIG. 33.
Figure 35 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 36 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 35.
Figure 37 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 38 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 37.
Figure 39 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 40 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in FIG. 39.

The objectives, specific advantages and novel features of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description and preferred embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In this specification, when adding reference numbers to components in each drawing, it should be noted that identical components are given the same number as much as possible even if they are shown in different drawings. Additionally, in describing the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of related known technologies may unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description will be omitted.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments according to the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

1 is a diagram for explaining a floating marine power generation device including a floating marine structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 1, a floating marine power generation device may include a floating offshore structure (FOS) and a power generation structure (PGS).

A floating offshore structure (FOS) may be a structure that supports a power generation structure (PGS). A floating offshore structure (FOS) may include a plurality of columns 100, a plurality of pontoons 200, and a plurality of braces 300.

A plurality of columns 100 may be a vertical structure of a floating offshore structure (FOS), a plurality of pontoons 200 may be a buoyancy body that provides buoyancy to a floating offshore structure (FOS), and a plurality of braces ( 300 can improve the structural stability of a floating offshore structure (FOS) by connecting a plurality of columns 100 and a plurality of pontoons 200.

The Power Generation Structure (PGS) may be installed on a Floating Offshore Structure (FOS). The power generation structure (PGS) may include a tower (TW), a nacelle (NC), and a blade (BL).

The tower (TW) may be installed on a floating offshore structure (FOS). Here, the tower (TW) may be installed on one of the plurality of columns 100 of the floating offshore structure (FOS). That is, the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed eccentrically on one side of the floating offshore structure (FOS).

The sickle cell (NC) may be installed on the top of the tower (TW). The sickle cell (NC) can produce electricity from the rotational force of the blade (BL).

The blade (BL) is rotatably installed in the nacelle (NC) and can rotate by wind power.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, it has been described as an example that the power generation structure (PGS) is installed eccentrically on one side of the floating offshore structure (FOS), but it may not be limited thereto. For example, the power generation structure may be installed at the center of a floating offshore structure (FOS).

FIG. 2 is a perspective view illustrating the floating offshore structure (FOS) shown in FIG. 1, FIG. 3 is a perspective view illustrating the first column and first pontoon of FIG. 2, and FIG. 4 is a second pontoon of FIG. 2. and a perspective view for explaining the third columns and the second and third pontoons.

2 to 4, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a plurality of columns (110, 120, 130), a plurality of pontoons (210, 220, 230), and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360) can be provided.

The plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The floating offshore structure (FOS) may have a polygonal shape due to virtual lines connecting the plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130. That is, the columns 110, 120, and 130 may be arranged at vertices of a polygonal shape.

The plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130 may include first to third columns 110, 120, and 130. Meanwhile, in this embodiment, it has been described as an example that the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes three columns 110, 120, and 130, but it is not limited thereto. For example, a floating offshore structure (FOS) may include four or more columns.

The cross sections parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 have a polygonal shape, and the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 may have the same cross section or different cross sections. You can. For example, the cross section of the first column 110 parallel to sea level may have a hexagonal shape in which the area adjacent to the two opposing vertices of the rectangle is chamfered. Here, the chamfered area of the first column 110 may be disposed toward the outside of the floating offshore structure (FOS). The chamfered area of the first column 110 may be arranged to face the outside of the polygonal shape formed by the plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130.

Additionally, cross sections of the second column 120 and the third column 130 parallel to the sea level may have a rectangular shape. The cross-sectional area parallel to sea level of the first column 110 may be larger than the cross-sectional area parallel to sea level of each of the second column 120 and the third column 130.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, it has been described as an example that the cross-sections parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 have a polygonal shape, but it is not limited thereto. For example, the cross-section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 is straight at the portion in contact with the plurality of pontoons 210, 220, and 230, and the other areas are curved. You can have it. In addition, the cross-section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 has a shape in which a portion of a circle is cut straight, and pontoons 210, 220, and 230 are installed in the cut area. It can be.

The plurality of pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may include first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230. The first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be installed at the bottom of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130. Here, the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be installed inside the polygonal shape formed by the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130.

Additionally, the size of the first pontoon 210 may be larger than the sizes of the second pontoon 220 and the third pontoon 230. Accordingly, the buoyancy provided by the first pontoon 210 may be greater than the buoyancy provided by each of the second pontoon 220 and the third pontoon 230.

Cross sections of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 parallel to the sea level have a polygonal shape and may have the same cross section or different cross sections. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first pontoon 210 may have a hexagonal shape in which the area adjacent to the two vertices of a rectangle disposed apart from the first column 110 is chamfered. In addition, the cross sections of the second pontoon 220 and the third pontoon 230 have at least one corner of the two rectangular vertices arranged to be spaced apart from the second column 120 and the third column 130 having a rectangular chamfered shape. It can have a shape. The chamfered area in the cross section of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may have a straight line or a rounded curved shape.

The chamfered areas of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be arranged to face the inside of the polygonal shape formed by the plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130.

The first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may have hollow portions 210, 220, and 230. The hollow portion (HP) is formed in a direction perpendicular to the sea surface and can prevent damage to the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 due to waves, etc.

The plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, and 360 may include upper braces 310, 320, 330 and lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may include first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330. The first upper brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 110 and the top of the second column 120. The second upper brace 320 may connect the top of the first column 110 and the top of the third column 130. The third upper brace 330 may connect the first upper brace 310 and the second upper brace 320. Here, the third upper brace 330 may connect areas adjacent to the second column 120 and the third column 130 of the first upper brace 310 and the second upper brace 320.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 include a first lower brace 340 connecting the first pontoon 210 and the second pontoon 220, and the first pontoon 210 and the third pontoon 230. It may include a second lower brace 350 connecting the lower portions of the second column 120 and the third column 130 and a third lower brace 360 connecting the lower portions of the second column 120 and the third column 130. The third lower brace 360 may be connected to the first lower brace 340 and the second lower brace 350.

The length of the first lower brace 340 may be shorter than the length of the first upper brace 310. This means that the first upper brace 310 connects the upper parts of the first column 110 and the second column 120, but the first lower brace 340 connects the first pontoon 210 and the second pontoon 220. Because it connects.

The length of the second lower brace 350 may be shorter than the length of the second upper brace 320. This means that the second upper brace 320 connects the upper parts of the first column 110 and the third column 130, but the second lower brace 350 connects the first pontoon 210 and the third pontoon 230. Because it connects.

The length of the third lower brace 360 may be greater than the length of the third upper brace 330. This means that the third upper brace 360 connects the areas adjacent to the second column 120 and the third column 130 of the first upper brace 310 and the second upper brace 320, but the third lower brace ( This is because 360 connects the lower part of the second column 120 and the lower part of the third column 130.

Meanwhile, a tower of a power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the first column 110. That is, the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed eccentrically on one side of the floating offshore structure (FOS). This is because the cross-sectional area of the first column 110 is the largest, so that sufficient installation space for the power generation structure (PGS) can be secured. In addition, since the buoyancy of the first pontoon 210 installed on the first column 110 is the highest, the stability of the power generation structure (PGS) is improved even if the power generation structure (PGS) is installed on the first column 110. Because you can do it.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, it has been described as an example that the power generation structure (PGS) is installed on the first column 110 of the floating offshore structure (FOS), but it may not be limited thereto. For example, the power generation structure may be installed at the center of a floating offshore structure (FOS).

In the floating offshore structure (FOS) as described above, the first to third pontoons (210, 220, 230) are installed on the inner surface of the bottom of the first to third columns (110, 120, 130). You can. Therefore, it can be advantageous for docking at the quay wall of a ship for installing or maintaining floating offshore structures (FOS) and power generation structures (PGS).

In addition, since the length of each of the first lower brace 340 and the second lower brace 350 is shorter than the length of each of the first upper brace 310 and the second upper brace 320, the floating offshore structure (FOS) The structural stability of can be improved.

Figure 5 is a perspective view for explaining the column and pontoon of a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, Figure 6 is a plan view of the column and pontoon shown in Figure 5, and Figure 7 is a damper shown in Figure 5. This is an exploded perspective view to explain.

Referring to FIGS. 5 to 7 , the column 100 is a vertical structure of a floating offshore structure (FOS), and a cross section of the column 100 parallel to the sea level may have a polygonal shape.

The pontoon 200 can provide buoyancy to a floating offshore structure (FOS). Pontoon 200 may be installed on one side of the bottom of column 100.

A cross section of the pontoon 200 parallel to the sea level may have a polygonal shape. For example, a cross section of the pontoon 200 parallel to the sea level may have a shape in which the area adjacent to the two vertices of a rectangle disposed apart from the column 100 is chamfered.

The pontoon 200 may include a hollow portion (HP), and the hollow portion (HP) is formed in a direction perpendicular to the sea surface to prevent damage to the column 100 due to waves, etc. Additionally, a porous damper (DP) may be disposed in the hollow portion (HP). The damper DP may include at least one porous plate DP1, DP2, and DP3 having a plurality of through holes TH. For example, the damper DP may include first to third porous plates DP1, DP2, and DP3.

Dampers (DP) can help dissipate energy in floating offshore structures (FOS). Accordingly, the damper DP can reduce the vertical movement of the floating offshore structure (FOS).

Meanwhile, the through holes TH of the porous plates DP1, DP2, and DP3 adjacent to each other may not overlap. For example, the through holes TH of the first porous plate DP1 and the second porous plate DP2 may not overlap each other. Additionally, the through holes TH of the second porous plate DP2 and the third porous plate DP3 may not overlap each other on a plane. Additionally, the through holes TH of the first porous plate DP1 and the third porous plate DP3 may overlap each other on a plane.

Additionally, the through holes TH of the porous plates DP1, DP2, and DP3 adjacent to each other may overlap. For example, the through holes TH of the first to third porous plates DP1, DP2, and DP3 may overlap each other on a plane.

Figure 8 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 9 is a perspective view for explaining the first column shown in Figure 8.

8 and 9, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a plurality of columns (110, 120, 130), a plurality of pontoons (210, 220, 230, 240, 250), and a plurality of braces ( 310, 320) can be provided.

The plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The floating offshore structure (FOS) may have a polygonal shape due to virtual lines connecting the plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130. That is, the columns 110, 120, and 130 may be arranged at vertices of a polygonal shape.

The plurality of columns 110, 120, and 130 may include first to third columns 110, 120, and 130.

The cross sections parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 have a polygonal shape, and the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130 may have the same cross section or different cross sections. You can. For example, the cross section of the first column 110 parallel to sea level may have a pentagonal shape in which the area adjacent to the two opposite vertices of the rectangle is chamfered and the chamfered lines are connected. The cross sections of the second column 120 and the third column 130 parallel to the sea level may have a rectangular shape. Here, the chamfered portion of the first column 110 may be disposed toward the inside of the floating offshore structure (FOS). Additionally, the cross-sectional area of the first column 110 may be larger than the cross-sectional areas of each of the second column 120 and the third column 130.

The plurality of pontoons (210, 220, 230, 240, 250) may include first to third pontoons (210, 220, 230) and first and second extended pontoons (240, 250). . The first pontoon 210 may have a shape that connects the lower ends of the first column 110 and the second column 120. Here, the first pontoon 210 may be connected to one of the chamfered areas of the first column 110. The second pontoon 220 may have a shape that connects the first column 110 and the third column 130. Here, the second pontoon 220 may be connected to another one of the chamfered areas of the first column 110. The third pontoon 230 may have a shape that connects the lower ends of the second column 120 and the third column 130. That is, the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be arranged to correspond to polygonal lines formed by the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130.

In a floating offshore structure (FOS), the first extended pontoon 240 may be installed on the outer surface of the bottom of the second column 120. In a floating offshore structure (FOS), the second extended pontoon 250 may be installed on the outer surface of the bottom of the third column 130. Here, the first extension pontoon 240 may have a shape extending parallel to the first pontoon 210, and the second extension pontoon 250 may have a shape extending parallel to the second pontoon 220. Accordingly, the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 and the first and second extended pontoons 240 and 250 may overall form an A-shape.

The plurality of braces 310 and 320 may include a first brace 310 and a second brace 320 . The first brace 310 connects the top of the first column 110 and the top of the second column 120, and the second brace 320 connects the top of the first column 110 and the third column 130. The top of can be connected.

The floating offshore structure (FOS) according to this embodiment may have higher buoyancy compared to the floating offshore structure in which pontoons are disposed only near the first to third columns 110, 120, and 130. Accordingly, the floating stability of the floating offshore structure (FOS) can be improved.

Figure 10 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 11 is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 10.

10 and 11, the floating offshore structure (FOS) may include a plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 and a plurality of pontoons 260 and 270.

The floating offshore structure (FOS) according to this embodiment has four columns (160, 170, 180, 190), and the tower (TW) is located between the four columns (160, 170, 180, 190). It can have an arranged structure. That is, in the floating offshore structure (FOS), the tower TW may be placed in the center, and the columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 may be placed around the tower TW.

The nacelle (NC) and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower (TW). The height of the tower TW may be equal to or greater than the height of the columns 160, 170, 180, and 190.

The columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 may include first to fourth columns 160, 170, 180, and 190. The heights of the first to fourth columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 may be the same.

A cross section parallel to the sea level of the tower TW and the first to fourth columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 may have a polygonal shape, for example, a square shape. Columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 having a square cross-section parallel to the sea level may be easier to manufacture than columns having a circular cross-section parallel to the sea level.

The plurality of pontoons 260 and 270 may include a main pontoon 260 and a plurality of auxiliary pontoons 270.

The main pontoon 260 may include a central portion 261 having a square cross-section parallel to the sea level and a plurality of wings 265 extending from each side of the central portion 261.

A tower (TW) may be installed in the center 261, and the center 261 may support the tower 151. The wings 265 have a square cross-section parallel to sea level, and the length of the side in contact with the center 261 of each wing 265 may be greater than the length of the side spaced apart from the center 261. 10 and 11 illustrate that the center 261 and the wing portions 265 are formed as one body, but the present invention is not limited thereto. For example, the center 261 and the wings 265 may be manufactured separately and then have a structure in which they are combined.

The auxiliary pontoons 270 have a square cross-section parallel to the sea level, and each of the auxiliary pontoons 270 may be installed in contact with a side spaced apart from the center 261 of the wings 265. First to fourth columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 may be installed on top of each of the auxiliary pontoons 270.

In this embodiment, a structure in which the main pontoon 260 and the auxiliary pontoons 270 are separated has been described as an example, but the structure is not limited thereto. For example, the main pontoon 260 and auxiliary pontoons 270 may be manufactured as one piece.

In addition, in this embodiment, it has been described as an example that four columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 and four auxiliary pontoons 270 are provided, but it is not limited thereto. For example, five or more columns 160, 170, 180, and 190 and auxiliary pontoons 270 may each be provided. In this case, the center 261 of the main pontoon 260 has a polygonal shape corresponding to the number of columns 160, 170, 180, 190 and auxiliary pontoons 270, and the wings 265 have columns. (160, 170, 180, 190) and may be provided in numbers corresponding to the number of auxiliary pontoons (270).

The floating offshore structure (FOS) as described above blocks the tower (TW), the first to fourth columns (160, 170, 180, 190), the main pontoon (260), and the auxiliary pontoons (270) into separate blocks. It can be produced with Therefore, installation can be facilitated by transporting each block to the installation location of the floating offshore structure (FOS).

FIG. 12 is a side conceptual diagram for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 13 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in FIG. 12.

12 and 13, the floating offshore structure (FOS) may include a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180) and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). In this embodiment, the columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

In a floating offshore structure (FOS), the tower TW is placed in the center, and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be placed around the tower TW.

Cross sections parallel to the sea level of the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have various shapes. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a circular or polygonal shape.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 may serve as a brace connecting the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 may include first to third horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430. One end of each of the first to third horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430) is connected to the top of the tower (TW), and the other end of each of the first to third horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430) is connected to the first It may be connected to the top of the third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The first to third horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 may have a structure whose length is adjustable. For example, the first to third horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 may be implemented as a telescopic structure.

The floating offshore structure (FOS) according to the present embodiment as described above has a structure in which the first to third horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 can adjust the length, so that the first to third columns The positions of (160, 170, 180) can be adjusted. Therefore, the floating offshore structure (FOS) is manufactured in a narrow space, then the floating offshore structure (FOS) is installed at sea, and the first to third horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430) are used to form the first It is possible to adjust the positions of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

In addition, the floating offshore structure (FOS) according to this embodiment can adjust the positions of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, so it can be installed in the ocean at various water depths, and various types of towers ( TW) can be installed.

14 and 15 are perspective views illustrating floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.

14 and 15, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, a structural reinforcement member 500, and a plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350. , 360). Additionally, as shown in FIG. 15, the floating offshore structure (FOS) may further include a plurality of pontoons 210, 220, and 230.

The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. A cross section parallel to the sea level of the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a circular shape.

The position of the top of the tower (TW) is higher than the position of the top of the columns (160, 170, 180), the position of the bottom of the tower (TW) is lower than the position of the top of the columns (160, 170, 180), and the columns ( 160, 170, 180) It can be higher than the bottom position.

The columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. The heights of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be the same.

Structural reinforcement member 500 may extend from the bottom of the tower TW. The structural reinforcement member 500 extends from the bottom of the tower TW and includes braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350 connecting the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. , 360) of installation space can be provided.

The plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360) include first to third upper braces (310, 320, 330) and first to third lower braces (340, 350, 360). It can be included.

The first to third top braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the bottom of the tower TW and the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the first top brace 310 may connect the bottom of the tower TW and the top of the first column 160. The second top brace 320 may connect the bottom of the tower TW and the top of the second column 170. The third top brace 330 may connect the bottom of the tower TW and the top of the third column 180.

The first to third bottom braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 to the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the first lower brace 340 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the first column 160. The second lower brace 350 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the second column 170. The third lower brace 360 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the third column 180.

In the floating offshore structure (FOS) shown in FIG. 15, the plurality of pontoons 210, 220, and 230 include first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230, and the first to third pontoons Each of the columns 210, 220, and 230 may be installed inside the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. Here, the first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360 are not directly connected to the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, but are connected to the first to third pontoons 210 and 220. , 230) and the structural reinforcement member 500 can be connected.

Each of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may include a hollow portion (HP). The hollow portion (HP) is formed in a direction perpendicular to the sea surface and can prevent damage to the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 due to waves, etc.

The floating offshore structure (FOS) as described above is provided with a structural reinforcement member 500, thereby connecting the tower TW and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 with braces 310 and 320. , 330, 340, 350, 360), in particular, installation space for the first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360 can be easily secured.

Figures 16 and 18 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to further embodiments of the present invention, Figure 17 is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structures shown in Figure 16, and Figure 19 is in Figure 18. This is an exploded perspective view of the floating marine structure shown.

16 to 19, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, a structural reinforcement member 500, and a plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350. , 360, 370, 380, 390) and a plurality of pontoons 210, 220, 230.

The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS).

In a floating offshore structure (FOS), the tower TW is placed centrally, and columns 160, 170, 180 may be placed around the tower TW.

A power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower (TW).

The height of the top of the tower (TW) is higher than the height of the top of the columns (160, 170, 180), the height of the bottom of the tower (TW) is lower than the height of the top of the columns (160, 170, 180), and the height of the top of the columns (160, 170, 180) It can be higher than the height of the bottom.

The tower TW may include a first tower part TW1 and a second tower part TW2. The first tower part TW1 may be placed below the second oval part 152, and the second tower part TW2 may be placed above the first tower part TW1. The position of the top of the first tower unit TW1 may be substantially the same as the position of the top of the columns 160, 170, and 180. Additionally, the lower end of the first tower unit TW1 may be located at a higher position than the lower ends of the columns 160, 170, and 180.

The cross sections of the first tower part (TW1) and the second tower part (TW2) parallel to the sea level may have a circular shape.

The columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. The heights of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be the same. A cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a circular shape.

Meanwhile, as shown in FIGS. 18 and 19, the diameter of the bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 is the diameter of the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. It can be bigger than Additionally, the diameters of the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may gradually increase toward the bottom. That is, the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a tapered shape.

The structural reinforcement member 500 may extend from the lower part of the first tower part TW1. The structural reinforcement member 500 extends from the bottom of the first tower part 110 and includes braces 310 and 320 connecting the first tower part TW1 and the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. , 330, 340, 350, 360, 370, 380, 390) of installation space can be provided.

The plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360, 370, 380, 390) include first to third upper braces (310, 320, 330) and first to third diagonal braces ( 370, 380, and 390) and first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The first to third top braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the first tower portion 15. For example, the first top brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the first tower portion TW1. The second top brace 320 may connect the top of the second column 170 and the first tower portion TW1. The third top brace 330 may connect the top of the third column 180 and the first tower portion TW1.

The first to third diagonal braces 370, 380, and 390 may connect lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the first tower portion TW1. For example, the first diagonal brace 370 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the first tower portion TW1. The second diagonal brace 380 may connect the lower end of the second column 170 and the first tower portion TW1. The third diagonal brace 390 may connect the lower end of the third column 180 and the first tower portion TW1.

The first to third bottom braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 to the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the first lower brace 340 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the first column 160. The second lower brace 350 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the second column 170. The third lower brace 360 may connect the structural reinforcement member 500 and the lower end of the third column 180.

In the floating offshore structure (FOS) shown in FIGS. 16 to 19, the first to third upper braces 310, 320, 330 and the first to third lower braces 340, 350, 360 are at sea level. and the first to third diagonal braces 370, 380, and 390 may be installed inclined to the sea level. That is, in the floating offshore structure (FOS) shown in FIGS. 16 to 19, first to third upper braces 310, 320, 330, first to third diagonal braces 370, 380, 390 And the first to third bottom braces 340, 450, and 360 may complete the thrust structure.

The plurality of pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may include first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230. Each of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be installed below the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. A cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may have a circular shape.

The diameters of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be the same as the diameters of the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, as shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, the diameters of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 are the same as the diameters of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. can do. In addition, as shown in FIGS. 18 and 19, the diameter of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be the same as the diameter of the bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. You can. That is, the diameters of the first to third pontoons 210, 220, and 230 may be larger than the diameters of the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The floating offshore structure (FOS) according to this embodiment includes a tower (TW), first to third columns (160, 170, 180) and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360, 370, 380, and 390) can be manufactured as one block, and the tower (TW) and the first to third pontoons (210, 220, and 230) can be manufactured as separate blocks. That is, the floating offshore structure (FOS) of this embodiment can be easily manufactured separately by dividing each structure into blocks.

Figures 20, 22, and 24 to 27 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to further embodiments of the invention, and Figure 21 is a bottom view of the floating marine structures shown in Figure 20, Figure 23 is a bottom view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 22.

20 to 27, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180), a plurality of pontoons (260, 270), and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements ( 410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The nacelle (NC) and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower (TW).

The height of the top of the tower (TW) is higher than the height of the top of the columns (160, 170, and 180), and the height of the bottom of the tower (TW) may be substantially the same as or higher than the height of the bottom of the columns (160, 170, and 180). The cross section of the tower (TW) parallel to sea level may have a circular shape.

The columns 160, 170, and 180 may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. The heights of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be the same.

A cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a polygonal shape. For example, as shown in FIGS. 20 to 23, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a square shape.

Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 24 to 27, cross sections of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 parallel to the sea level may have a hexagonal shape. Here, the width of the area adjacent to the tower TW of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 is the area spaced apart from the tower TW of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. It can be larger than the width of .

The plurality of pontoons 260 and 270 may include auxiliary pontoons 270 installed inside the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. Here, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a shape that surrounds the remaining three surfaces of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 except for the outer surfaces. In addition, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a trapezoidal or hexagonal shape, and the width of the area adjacent to the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 is equal to the width of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. 180) may be smaller than the width of the spaced apart area.

In addition, the plurality of pontoons 270 may further include a main pontoon 260 installed at the bottom of the tower TW, as shown in FIGS. 25 to 27. The main pontoon 260 may be installed to surround the bottom of the tower (TW). The cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may have a shape corresponding to the cross section parallel to the sea level of the tower TW.

For example, when the cross section parallel to the sea level of the tower TW is circular, the cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may also be circular.

A plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430) are installed parallel to the sea level and can connect the tops of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) and the tower (TW). That is, the horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 may serve as a brace connecting the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower TW.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430 may include first to third reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430. One end of the first reinforcement 410 may be connected to the tower TW, and the other end of the first reinforcement 410 may be connected to the first column 160. One end of the second reinforcement 420 may be connected to the tower TW, and the other end of the second reinforcement 420 may be connected to the second column 170. One end of the third reinforcement 420 may be connected to the tower TW, and the other end of the third reinforcement 420 may be connected to the third column 180.

Meanwhile, considering the structural stability of the floating offshore structure (FOS), a plurality of braces 300 may be further included. The plurality of braces 300 may be installed in various forms.

As shown in FIG. 20 , braces 300 may connect lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a portion of the lower end of the tower TW. In FIG. 20, the braces 300 may have a shape extending in a direction inclined to sea level.

Additionally, as shown in FIGS. 22 and 27, some of the braces 300 may connect each of the auxiliary pontoons 270. Other of the braces 300 may connect the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the tower (TW), or the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the main pontoon 260 horizontally at sea level. Another portion of the braces 300 may connect the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the tower TW at an angle to sea level. The rest of the braces 300 may be connected to each of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the auxiliary pontoons 270 at an angle.

Additionally, as shown in FIG. 26, some of the braces 300 may connect each of the pontoons 270. Other of the braces 300 may connect the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the tower (TW), or the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the main pontoon 260 horizontally at sea level. Another portion of the braces 300 may connect the auxiliary pontoons 260 and the tower TW at an angle to sea level.

Figures 28 and 29 are perspective views for explaining floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.

28 and 29, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, CC), a plurality of pontoons (260, 270), and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements. It may include (410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, CC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and CC may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a center column (CC).

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the center column CC. For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The heights of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be the same. A cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a circular or polygonal shape. For example, as shown in FIG. 28, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a hexagonal shape.

Here, the width of the area adjacent to the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) is spaced apart from the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) It may be larger than the width of the area.

The tower (TW), sickle cell (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the center column (CC). The height of the center column CC may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The center column CC may be provided inside the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the center column CC may be provided to correspond to the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The plurality of pontoons 260 and 270 include a main pontoon 260 installed at the bottom of the center column (CC) and auxiliary pontoons installed inside the bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170 and 180. It may include (270).

The main pontoon 260 may be installed to surround the bottom of the center column (CC). The cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may have a shape corresponding to the cross section parallel to the sea level of the center column (CC). For example, when the cross section parallel to the sea level of the center column CC is circular, the cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may also be circular.

The auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a shape that surrounds the remaining three surfaces of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 except for the outer surfaces. In addition, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a trapezoidal or hexagonal shape, and the width of the area adjacent to the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 is equal to the width of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. 180) may be smaller than the width of the spaced apart area.

As shown in Figure 29, the auxiliary pontoons 270 are provided to have a cross-sectional area greater than or equal to the cross-sectional area of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, and the auxiliary pontoons 270 are the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. The bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may have a shape that protrudes outward. Here, the length at which the auxiliary pontoons 270 protrude from the lower portions of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 can be determined by considering the thickness of an insect prevention member such as a fender used when docking on the quay wall. there is. That is, the protruding length of the auxiliary pontoons 270 may be less than or equal to the thickness of the fender.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 are installed parallel to the sea level and may connect the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 with the tops of the center column CC. That is, the horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 can serve as a brace 300 connecting the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the top of the center column (CC). there is.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430 may include first to third reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430. One end of the first reinforcement 410 may be connected to the top of the center column (CC), and the other end of the first reinforcement 410 may be connected to the first column 160. One end of the second reinforcing material 420 may be connected to the top of the center column (CC), and the other end of the second reinforcing material 420 may be connected to the second column 170. One end of the third reinforcing material 420 may be connected to the top of the center column (CC), and the other end of the third reinforcing material 420 may be connected to the third column 180.

Meanwhile, as shown in FIG. 28, the floating offshore structure (FOS) of the present invention may further include a plurality of braces 300 in consideration of structural stability. The plurality of braces 300 may be installed in various forms.

Some of the braces 300 may connect each of the auxiliary pontoons 270. The rest of the braces 300 can connect the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the main pontoons 260 horizontally to the sea level.

30 and 31 are perspective views illustrating floating marine structures according to still other embodiments of the present invention.

30 and 31, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, CC), a plurality of pontoons (260, 270), and a plurality of braces. (300) and may include a plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, CC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and CC may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a center column (CC).

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the center column CC. For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The width of the area adjacent to the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) is the area spaced apart from the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) It can be larger than the width of . The tower (TW), sickle cell (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the center column (CC). The height of the center column CC may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The center column CC may be provided inside the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the center column CC may be provided to correspond to the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The plurality of pontoons 260 and 270 include a main pontoon 260 installed at the bottom of the center column (CC) and auxiliary pontoons installed inside the bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170 and 180. It may include (270).

The main pontoon 260 may be installed to surround the bottom of the center column (CC). The cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may have a shape corresponding to the cross section parallel to the sea level of the center column (CC). For example, when the cross section parallel to the sea level of the center column CC is circular, the cross section parallel to the sea level of the main pontoon 260 may also be circular.

The auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a shape that surrounds the remaining three surfaces of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 except for the outer surfaces.

As shown in FIG. 30, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a trapezoidal or hexagonal shape, and the width of the area adjacent to the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 is equal to that of the first to third columns. It may be smaller than the width of the area spaced apart from the fields 160, 170, and 180.

Additionally, as shown in FIG. 31, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have an arc-shaped area adjacent to the center column CC.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430 may include first to third reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430. The horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 are installed parallel to the sea level and can connect the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 with the tops of the center column (CC). That is, the horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 can serve as a brace 300 connecting the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the top of the center column (CC). there is.

The braces 300 are provided in plural numbers and can be installed taking into account the structural stability of the floating offshore structure (FOS). For example, the braces 300 may connect each of the auxiliary pontoons 270 and the top of the main pontoon 260 at an angle to the sea level.

Figure 32 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 32, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, CC), a plurality of pontoons (260, 270), and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410) , 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, CC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and CC may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a center column (CC).

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the center column CC. For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The width of the area adjacent to the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) is the area spaced apart from the center column (CC) of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) It can be larger than the width of .

The tower (TW), sickle cell (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the center column (CC). The height of the center column CC may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The plurality of pontoons 260 and 270 include a main pontoon 260 installed at the bottom of the center column (CC) and auxiliary pontoons installed inside the bottom of the first to third columns 160, 170 and 180. It may include (270).

The main pontoon 260 may be installed to surround the bottom of the center column (CC). The auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a shape that surrounds the remaining three surfaces of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 except for the outer surfaces.

Auxiliary pontoons 270 may have a trapezoidal or hexagonal shape. Additionally, the auxiliary pontoons 270 may have an arc-shaped area adjacent to the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

Meanwhile, a damper DP may be placed in the direction of the auxiliary pontoon 270 adjacent to the main pontoon 260.

The damper DP may extend from the auxiliary pontoons 270 and have an expanded shape. That is, the damper DP may have a polygonal or arc shape depending on the shape of the auxiliary pontoon 270.

The damper DP may increase the vertical movement period of the floating offshore structure (FOS) by increasing the additional mass of the auxiliary pontoons 270. If the up and down movement period of the floating offshore structure (FOS) increases, the wave cycle can be avoided. Therefore, the stability of the floating offshore structure (FOS) can be improved.

The plurality of horizontal reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430 may include first to third reinforcement members 410, 420, and 430. The horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 are installed parallel to the sea level and can connect the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 with the tops of the center column (CC). That is, the horizontal reinforcements 410, 420, and 430 can serve as a brace 300 connecting the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the top of the center column (CC). there is.

Figure 33 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 34 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 33.

33 and 34, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, TSC), and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350). , 360) and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, TSC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and TSC may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a tower support column (TSC). The cross-section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have various shapes such as a circle or a polygon. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have a circular shape.

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the tower support column (TSC). For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The tower (TW), nacelle (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower support column (TSC). The height of the tower support column (TSC) may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, and 360 may include upper braces 310, 320, 330 and lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the upper ends of each of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect lower ends of each of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may include first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330. The first upper brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the top of the second column 170. The second upper brace 320 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the top of the third column 180. The third upper brace 330 may connect the top of the second column 170 and the top of the third column 180.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may include first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360. The first lower brace 340 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the lower end of the second column 170. The second lower brace 350 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the lower end of the third column 180. The third lower brace 360 may connect the lower end of the second column 170 and the lower end of the third column 180.

Meanwhile, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at one point among the sides of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a point that does not include the center and end of one of the sides of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. there is. That is, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a location excluding the center and both ends of one of the sides of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The interior of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be filled with ballast water. Here, since the tower support column (TSC) is provided at a location other than the center of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, control of co-directional wave, current, and wind (COD) For this purpose, the filling amount of ballast water in the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be different. For example, the closer it is to the tower support column (TSC), the smaller the amount of ballasting water charged. That is, among the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the filling amount of ballast water in the column adjacent to the tower support column (TSC) may be less than the filling amount of ballast water in other columns.

Figure 35 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 36 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 35.

35 and 36, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, CC, TSC), and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340). , 350, 360) and a plurality of horizontal reinforcements (410, 420, 430).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, CC, and TSC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, CC, and TSC may include first to third columns 160, 170, 180, a center column (CC), and a tower support column (TSC). The cross-sections parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the center column (CC), and the tower support column (TSC) may have various shapes such as circles or polygons. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the center column (CC), and the tower support column (TSC) may have a circular shape.

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the center column CC. For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The center column CC may be provided inside the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the center column CC may be provided to correspond to the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The center column (CC) may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns (160, 170, 180) and the tower support column (TSC).

The tower (TW), nacelle (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower support column (TSC). The height of the tower support column (TSC) may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the center column (CC).

The plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, and 360 may include upper braces 310, 320, 330 and lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the tops of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tops of the center column CC.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the lower ends of the center column CC.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may include first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330. The first upper brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the top of the center column (CC). The second upper brace 320 may connect the top of the second column 170 and the top of the center column (CC). The third upper brace 330 may connect the top of the third column 180 and the top of the center column (CC).

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may include first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360. The first lower brace 340 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the lower end of the center column (CC). The second lower brace 350 may connect the lower end of the second column 170 and the lower end of the center column (CC). The third lower brace 360 may connect the lower end of the third column 180 and the lower end of the center column (CC).

Meanwhile, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a position eccentric to one side inside the polygonal shape from the center of the polygonal shape formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

For example, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at one point of one of the lines connecting the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the center column (CC). That is, the tower support column (TSC) includes a first upper brace 310 and a first lower brace 340, a second upper brace 320 and a second lower brace 350, and a third upper brace 330. And it may be provided to correspond to one point of the third lower brace 360.

The interior of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be filled with ballast water. Here, since the tower support column (TSC) is provided at a location other than the center of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, control of co-directional wave, current, and wind (COD) For this purpose, the filling amount of ballast water in the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be different. For example, the closer it is to the tower support column (TSC), the smaller the amount of ballasting water charged. That is, among the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the filling amount of ballast water in the column adjacent to the tower support column (TSC) may be less than the filling amount of ballast water in other columns.

Figure 37 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 38 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 37.

37 and 38, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, TSC), and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350) , 360).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, TSC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, TSC) may include first to third columns (160, 170, 180) and a tower support column (TSC). The cross-section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have various shapes such as a circle or a polygon. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have a circular shape.

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the tower support column (TSC). For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The tower (TW), nacelle (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower support column (TSC). The tower support column (TSC) may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The tower support column (TSC) may be provided inside the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a position offset to one side from the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

Meanwhile, the interior of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be filled with ballast water. Here, since the tower support column (TSC) is provided at a location other than the center of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, control of co-directional wave, current, and wind (COD) For this purpose, the filling amount of ballast water in the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be different. For example, the closer it is to the tower support column (TSC), the smaller the amount of ballasting water charged. That is, among the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the filling amount of ballast water in the column adjacent to the tower support column (TSC) may be less than the filling amount of ballast water in other columns.

The plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, and 360 may include upper braces 310, 320, 330 and lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the top of the tower support column (TSC).

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the lower ends of the tower support column (TSC).

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may include first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330. The first upper brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). The second upper brace 320 may connect the top of the second column 170 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). The third upper brace 330 may connect the top of the third column 180 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). Here, at least one of the first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may have a length different from the rest. For example, the length of the first and third upper braces 310 and 330 may be shorter than the length of the second upper brace 320.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may include first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360. The first lower brace 340 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). The second lower brace 350 may connect the lower end of the second column 170 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). The third lower brace 360 may connect the lower end of the third column 180 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). Here, at least one of the first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may have a different length from the rest. For example, the length of the first and third lower braces 340 and 360 may be shorter than the length of the second lower brace 350.

Additionally, the length of the first and third lower braces 340 and 360 may be the same as the length of the first and third upper braces 310 and 330. The length of the second upper brace 320 may be the same as the length of the second lower brace 350.

Meanwhile, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a position eccentric to one side inside the polygonal shape from the center of the polygonal shape formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

Below, the location of the tower support column (TSC) is described in more detail.

When the floating offshore structure (FOS) docks at the quay wall (QW), two of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be provided adjacent to the quay wall (QW). For example, the first and third columns 160 and 180 may be disposed adjacent to the quay wall QW, and the second column 170 may be disposed spaced apart from the quay wall QW.

The length of the second upper brace 320 and the second lower brace 350 connecting the second column 170 and the tower support column (TSC) is equal to the length of the first and third columns 160 and 180 and the tower support column ( It may be longer than the length of the first and third lower braces 340 and 360 and the first and third upper braces 310 and 330 that connect the TSC).

Additionally, the second upper brace 320 and the second lower brace 350 may have a shape extending in a direction perpendicular to the quay wall QW.

Accordingly, the tower support column (TSC) is a quay wall ( QW) side may be biased.

As described above, if the tower support column (TSC) is biased toward the quay wall, the distance between the quay wall (QW) and the power generation structure (PGS) may be reduced. Therefore, it can be easy to operate equipment such as a crane installed adjacent to the quay wall (QW).

Figure 39 is a perspective view for explaining a floating marine structure according to another embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 40 is a plan view of the floating marine structure shown in Figure 39.

39 and 40, the floating offshore structure (FOS) includes a tower (TW), a plurality of columns (160, 170, 180, TSC), and a plurality of braces (310, 320, 330, 340, 350) , 360).

The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, TSC may support superstructures, for example, a power generation structure (PGS). The plurality of columns 160, 170, 180, and TSC may include first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and a tower support column (TSC). The cross-section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have various shapes such as a circle or a polygon. For example, a cross section parallel to the sea level of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may have a circular shape.

The first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be disposed outside the tower support column (TSC). For example, the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be arranged to correspond to vertices of a polygon, for example, a triangle.

The tower (TW), nacelle (NC), and blade (BL) of the power generation structure (PGS) may be installed on the tower support column (TSC). The tower support column (TSC) may be equal to or greater than the height of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

The tower support column (TSC) may be provided inside the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180. For example, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a position offset to one side from the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

Meanwhile, the interior of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be filled with ballast water. Here, since the tower support column (TSC) is provided at a location other than the center of the polygon formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, control of co-directional wave, current, and wind (COD) For this purpose, the filling amount of ballast water in the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the tower support column (TSC) may be different. For example, the closer it is to the tower support column (TSC), the smaller the amount of ballasting water charged. That is, among the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180, the filling amount of ballast water in the column adjacent to the tower support column (TSC) may be less than the filling amount of ballast water in other columns.

The plurality of braces 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, and 360 may include upper braces 310, 320, 330 and lower braces 340, 350, and 360.

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may connect the top of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the top of the tower support column (TSC).

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may connect the lower ends of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 and the lower ends of the tower support column (TSC).

The upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may include first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330. The first upper brace 310 may connect the top of the first column 160 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). The second upper brace 320 may connect the top of the second column 170 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). The third upper brace 330 may connect the top of the third column 180 and the top of the tower support column (TSC). Here, at least one of the first to third upper braces 310, 320, and 330 may have a length different from the rest. For example, the length of the first upper brace 310 may be shorter than the lengths of the second and third upper braces 320 and 330.

The lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may include first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360. The first lower brace 340 may connect the lower end of the first column 160 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). The second lower brace 350 may connect the lower end of the second column 170 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). The third lower brace 360 may connect the lower end of the third column 180 and the lower end of the tower support column (TSC). Here, at least one of the first to third lower braces 340, 350, and 360 may have a length different from the rest. For example, the length of the first lower brace 340 may be shorter than the lengths of the second and third lower braces 350 and 360.

Additionally, the length of the first lower braces 340 and 360 may be the same as the length of the first upper braces 310. The length of the second and third upper braces 320 and 330 may be the same as the length of the second and third lower braces 350 and 360.

Meanwhile, the tower support column (TSC) may be provided at a position eccentric to one side inside the polygonal shape from the center of the polygonal shape formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180.

Below, the location of the center column (CC) will be described in more detail.

When the floating offshore structure (FOS) docks at the quay wall (QW), two of the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 may be provided adjacent to the quay wall (QW). For example, the first and third columns 160 and 180 may be disposed adjacent to the quay wall QW, and the second column 170 may be disposed spaced apart from the quay wall QW.

The length of the first upper brace 310 and the first lower brace 340 connecting the first column 160 and the tower support column (TSC) is equal to the length of the second and third columns 170 and 180 and the tower support column ( It may be shorter than the length of the second and third upper braces 320 and 330 and the second and third lower braces 350 and 360 that connect the TSC).

Accordingly, the tower support column (TSC) may be deflected from the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns 160, 170, and 180 in a direction adjacent to the first column 160.

That is, the tower support column (TSC) may be deflected adjacent to the quay wall (QW) at the center of the triangle formed by the first to third columns (160, 170, and 180).

As described above, if the tower support column (TSC) is biased toward the quay wall, the distance between the quay wall (QW) and the power generation structure (PGS) may be reduced. Therefore, it can be easy to operate equipment such as a crane installed adjacent to the quay wall (QW).

In addition to the embodiments described above, the present invention may encompass all embodiments resulting from a combination of at least two or more of the above embodiments or a combination of at least one of the above embodiments and known techniques.

Although the present invention has been described in detail through specific examples, this is for the purpose of specifically explaining the present invention, and the present invention is not limited thereto, and can be understood by those skilled in the art within the technical spirit of the present invention. It would be clear that modifications and improvements are possible.

All simple modifications or changes of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention, and the specific scope of protection of the present invention will be made clear by the appended claims.

FOS: Floating Offshore Structures
100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 160, 170, 180, 190: Column
CC: Center Column
TSC: Tower Support Column
200, 210, 220, 230, 240, 250, 260, 270; Pontoon
300, 310, 320, 330, 340, 350, 360, 370, 380, 390: Brace
410, 420, 430; horizontal reinforcement
500: Structural reinforcement member
PGS: Power Generation Structure
TW: tower
NC: Nascell
BL: Blade
DP: damper
HP: Ministry of China and Republic of Korea
TH: Tonggong
QW: Quay wall

Claims (11)

A plurality of columns arranged at the vertices of the polygonal shape;
a center column provided at the center of the polygonal shape; and
Connecting each of the columns to the center column and comprising a plurality of horizontal reinforcement members having a plate shape horizontal to the sea level,
The horizontal reinforcements are,
Upper horizontal reinforcement members connecting the top of each of the columns and the top of the center column; and
A floating marine structure comprising lower horizontal reinforcement members connecting the lower end of each of the columns and the lower end of the center column. According to claim 1,
The horizontal reinforcements are,
A floating marine structure in which the area formed by converging at the top or bottom of the center column is larger than the area of the center column. According to claim 1,
The center column is,
A floating marine structure in which at least one of the upper and lower surfaces is covered in the height direction by the upper horizontal reinforcement members or the lower horizontal reinforcement members. According to clause 3,
The horizontal reinforcements are,
A floating marine structure in which an area to cover at least one of the upper and lower surfaces of the center column is provided larger than the area of the center column. According to claim 1,
A floating marine structure further comprising: a plurality of braces forming a truss structure with the upper horizontal reinforcement members and the lower horizontal reinforcement members. According to clause 5,
A floating marine structure in which one end of each of the braces is connected to the center of the lower horizontal reinforcement, and the other end is connected to both ends of the upper horizontal reinforcement. According to clause 5,
A floating marine structure in which the braces connect the upper horizontal reinforcement members and the lower horizontal reinforcement members in a 'V' shape or a '∧' shape. According to clause 5,
A floating marine structure wherein the width of the horizontal reinforcements is greater than the diameter of the braces. According to claim 1,
Further comprising a plurality of plates installed at the bottom of each of the columns,
The plates are floating marine structures installed inside the polygonal shape. According to clause 9,
The plates are,
A floating marine structure extending to an area outside the interior of the polygonal shape. A floating marine structure according to any one of claims 1 to 10; and
A floating marine power generation device comprising a power generation structure installed on the floating marine structure.