Offshore Wind

Offshore Wind

In offshore wind, research addresses wind energy potential with a particular focus in the Middle East, where there is a paucity of information around the resource, its locations and infrastructure needs.

Tidal turbine performance enhancement through winglets

Tidal turbine performance enhancement through winglets

This project looks at whether winglets could provide enhanced performance for tidal turbines. They have been successfully used in non-rotating applications such as passenger aircraft but only limited use in rotating applications, most notably on Enercon wind turbines.

Showcasing Engineering for Development

Showcasing Engineering for Development

ECCD, in partnership with the Royal Academy of Engineering, hosted the inaugural Showcasing Engineering for Development one-day conference, taking place at the Royal Academy of Engineering, London, UK on March 18 from 09:30-16:00.