Hydraulic transmission for large offshore wind turbines in the works

INNAS and Hydrautrans are developing an innovative mechanical-hydraulic transmission for offshore wind turbines with a capacity of more than 12 megawatt. The engineering company INNAS and technology company Hydrautrans offer a competitive solution for the next generation offshore wind turbines with this light-weight, cost effective transmission.

This technology has a long lifetime and high efficiency and therefore distinguishes itself from the current direct drive and geared technology in wind turbines. The companies aim to contribute to the cost reduction of offshore wind energy.  The Floating Cup Technology will be used for the transmission, invented and patented by INNAS. The hydraulic pumps and motors operate without internal metal-to-metal contact,... ... More: Official Press Release Hydrautrans

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INNAS, Hydrautrans, transmission, offshore, MW