![]() F: Analysis of Test Performance and Blade Condition in vicinity of load introduction points. E: Implementation of Discrete Load Introduction Saddles in a Dynamic Test at FASTBLADE. This research will be undertaken in four parts A: Classification/Confirmation of Ocean Operating State for a Full Scale Turbine Blade, B: Confirmation of Optimal Design for a Blade Fatigue Loading Study, C: Stress Simulation of Various Loading Point Configurations for discrete-point fatigue testing at FASTBLADE, D: Design and Construction of Discrete Load Introduction Saddles based on stress analysis in C. The primary objectives of the PhD project are (1) to accurately profile pressure distributions across tidal blades and compare the effect these have on blade bending against discrete point loading that is currently in use by FASTBLADE using coupled fluid-solid multiphysics finite element models that will be developed by the PhD student for this project (2) develop novel methods by which means discrete loading can most closely match hydrodynamic loading by developing error minimisation tools (3) design novel, testable, force transfer mechanisms based on 2 for both static and cyclic blade loading and (4) provide loading and design recommendations for FASTBLADE based on 1-3 above. To enable this to happen, the loading states and events in both scenarios must be comprehensively understood and compared to make the dry discrete loading test as representative of ocean loading during service as possible. ![]() In this sense, the two loading scenarios are significantly different, so that ideally the discrete fatigue test must be modified to approximate the ocean loading conditions as closely as possible. This is because FASTBLADE will load blades at multiple discrete loading points along a blade’s service, whereas in reality, blades are subject to continuous water loading under immersion, the hydrodynamic forces acting in multiple vectors simultaneously, and other boundary layer flow effects that cannot be captured. The data gained from FASTBLADE operating in ‘dry’ mode will enable a major step-change in knowledge however, it is limited by its restrictive and approximate loading conditions compared with service. This facility is used to a) determine the static loading performance of the blade (stiffness-deflection curve plus full strain mapping of the surface in strategic sections of the blade, b) perform a cyclic loading test to 10 million cycles in cantilever mode. Completing Challenges and fighting monsters will advance your character in the four traits of Focus, Spirit, Resilience and Synergy.Įach Tidal Blade will be judged at the end of the 5 rounds based on the Challenges they have completed, the level of each of their Traits, their standing on the Champions Board, and the monsters they have fought.The School of Engineering at University of Edinburgh is currently building a first-in-class EPSRC funded structural composites research facility (FASTBLADE) for fatigue testing of tidal turbine blades. At the Arenas you may then attempt a Challenge that matches your Location, and at the Fold you may battle a monster. Each action will gain you the resource or effect listed on the action space as well as the Location bonus. By gathering the needed resources, signing up to compete in Challenges and timing your arrival at different islands you can make the most of your Hero’s turns and rise in the ranks of the contestants.Įach day you will send your hero to take actions on the different Locations and to undertake Challenges. The tournament takes place over 5 Days and Nights. In Tidal Blades: Heroes of the Reef, each player takes the role of a young hero competing to be named a Tidal Blade. ![]() A tournament has been called, the Arenas are ready, the inhabitants of all the islands are gathering, and young heroes from across the realm are showing up to compete to be named a Tidal Blade: Hero of the Reef. The Arcanists folded space and time to stop the onslaught of creatures from the depths, but now new Monsters have appeared, the hard-earned days of peace are coming to a close and the islands need protection. It has been fifteen years since the Great Battle 15 years since the Arcanists from the Citadel of Time made their terrible choice and created the Fold 15 years since the last assemblage of Tidal Blades. To succeed in the Tournament and be chosen as a Tidal Blade, you must compete in Challenges held in the 3 Arenas, rise to the top of the Champion’s Board, and protect the realm from the ever increasing threat of the Monsters from the mysterious Fold. Welcome Heroes! Many magnificent contestants have signed up for the tournament but only a handful will be chosen to join the the Tidal Blades, the elite guards of our island realm.
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