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A study of the motion response of floating solar PV and cross-flow savonius turbine in moored conditions
(EDP Sciences, 2025-02-05) Ramsy de Fretes, Patrick; Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin; Putranto, Teguh; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Huang, Luofeng
The transition towards Net Zero Emissions (NZEs) is being accelerated by hybrid renewable technologies such as Floating Photovoltaic (FPV) systems and marine current turbines, which combine solar panels and cross-flow marine turbines mounted on floating structures for near-shore applications. Despite their innovative potential, these renewable technologies face significant challenges in stability and durability due to the effects of wind, waves, and ocean currents. Therefore, a flexible mooring system is essential to address these challenges. This research examines the influence of variations in the number of mooring lines and wave direction on the hydrodynamic response of FPV systems. Utilizing a catenary mooring system consisting of anchors, mooring lines, floats, and connectors, the study evaluates various configurations to determine the optimal solution for enhanced motion stability. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations are employed to analyze the dynamic response of FPV systems under different environmental conditions, represented on a sea-state scale, with a focus on pure oscillatory motions: heave, roll, and pitch. The findings aim to provide valuable insights for the design and operation of more stable and efficient FPV systems in marine environments, thereby supporting the advancement of sustainable renewable energy.
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A comparative experimental study on the hydrodynamic performance of two floating solar structures with a breakwater in waves
(Elsevier, 2024-12-01) Yang, Yifeng; Mi, Chenhao; Ou, Binjian; Wong, Anson; Duffy, John Gordon; Wood, Tim; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Chen, Wenchuang; Huang, Luofeng
Floating Photovoltaic (FPV) is considered as a highly promising clean energy solution. In recent years, FPV has been widely deployed in calm water around the world. However, to find available space for further expansion, FPV needs to be deployed in seas whilst the oceanic waves significantly influence the structural stability and energy performance. On one hand, wave loads may cause structural fatigue and damage. On the other hand, wave-induced rotations of a floating solar panel will vary its tilt angle to the sunlight and thus affect the power output. To explore the new research field of ocean-based FPV, this work first designed a novel catamaran FPV floater with a four-point mooring system. Comparative experiments were then conducted in a wave tank to compare its seakeeping ability with a conventional flat-plate floater. Besides, a breakwater structure was further introduced to enhance the stability of these two types of floaters. Detailed data on floater motions and mooring line forces were collected under monochromatic wave conditions. Extensive analysis was performed to evaluate the wave-mitigating performance of the breakwater, as well as the nonlinearity in the motion and force time histories. Overall, the work provides valuable experimental data and novel insights into the design of FPV floaters and breakwater protection, supporting long-term sustainability of FPV on the ocean.
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COVID-19 transmission inside a small passenger vessel: risks and mitigation
(Elsevier, 2022-05-19) Huang, Luofeng; Riyadi, Soegeng; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Li, Minghao; Sun, Peiyign; Thomas, Giles
The global shipping industry has been severely influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic; in particular, a significant amount of passenger transportation has been suspended due to the concern of COVID-19 outbreak, as such voyages confine a dense crowd in a compact space. In order to accelerate the recovery of the maritime business and minimise passengers' risk of being infected, this work has developed a computational model to study the airborne transmission of COVID-19 viruses in the superstructure of a full-scale passenger vessel. Considering the vessel advancing in open water, simulations were conducted to study the particulate flow due to an infected person coughing and speaking, with the forward door open and closed. The results suggest that keeping the forward door closed will help prevent the external wind flow spreading the virus. When the forward door is closed, virus particles' coverage is shown to be limited to a radius of half a metre, less than a seat's width. Thus, an alternate seat arrangement is suggested. Furthermore, investigations were conducted on the influence of wall-mounted Air Conditioner (AC) on the virus transmission, and it was found that controlling the AC outlet direction at less than 15° downward can effectively limit the virus spread. Meanwhile, it was demonstrated that an AC's backflow tends to gather virus particles in a nearby area, thus sitting farther from an opening AC may reduce the risk of being infected. Overall, this work is expected to inform hygienic guidelines for operators to counter COVID-19 and potentially similar viruses in the future.
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Effect of platform configurations and environmental conditions on the performance of floating solar photovoltaic structures
(TU Delft OPEN Publishing, 2024-05-20) Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin ; Putranto, Teguh ; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Huang, Luofeng
The growth and development of floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) power plants is a prominent topic within renewable energy technology. One reason contributing to this desired technology design concept is the possibility of land acquisition issues, whereas the usage of the ocean provides a greater technical alternative area. The objective of the research is to present an innovative design for a floating structure, focusing on investigating and comparing the seakeeping performance of several hull configurations: catamaran, trimaran, quadrimaran and pentamaran. The final computational simulation results indicate a linear negative trend in the motion response graphs, particularly in specific significant response values for heave (Global Z), roll (Global RX), and pitch (Global RY), as the hull configuration increases.
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Enhancing pure oscillatory response motion performance: innovative designs for semi-submersible and catamaran floating photovoltaic systems (FPVs) in various sea-state conditions
(IEEE, 2024-10-21) Dhaifullah, M. H.; Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin ; Putranto, Teguh; Setyawan, Dony; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Huang, Luofeng
A study approach to the novel design of floating photovoltaic systems has been provided using CFD simulation to determine motion characteristics on irregular waves with the JONSW AP spectrum under various water conditions. The simulation included in the frequency domain, shows that the CFPV model exhibits more stable behavior compared to its alternative model. This is due to the findings that the SFPV model has motion excitation associated with its own RAO against the wave energy spectrum at a frequency of 2.13 rad/sec (SS-2). This leads to a significantly dominant difference in motion quality concerning the significant response motion parameter. The quality difference values can be distinguished as heave with a value of 0.26 meters, roll with a value of 4.19°, and pitch with a value of 1.27°.
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Floating PV systems as an alternative power source: case study on three representative islands of Indonesia
(MDPI, 2024-02-01) Esparza, Ignacio; Olábarri Candela, Ángela; Huang, Luofeng; Yang, Yifeng; Budiono, Chayun; Riyadi, Soegeng; Hetharia, Wolter R.; Hantoro, Ridho; Setyawan, Dony; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Wood, Tim; Luo, Zhenhua
Floating solar renewable energy is of enormous potential in Indonesia. This paper presents a comprehensive study of the design of Floating Photovoltaic (FPV) systems with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for three islands in Indonesia. These islands represent three typical scenarios in Indonesia (a) using a national grid powered by fossil fuel generators, (b) using a local grid powered by diesel generators, and (c) no grid at all. In-person surveys were conducted at these islands to collect data, and then FPV and BESS were designed to meet the demands of each island. Subsequently, the systems’ energy simulations were conducted using the System Advisor Model, demonstrating daily energy demand and supply in hour variation. Based on the results, a series of sustainability analyses were created from the aspects of economics, society, and the environment. The economic analysis demonstrated cost savings by using FPV to replace contemporary energy methods. The social analysis provides valuable insights into the local community, forming a demographic profile and obtaining perceptions and opinions regarding the new energy approach. The environmental analysis quantifies the potential CO2 emissions. Overall, the work provides valuable insights into the roadmap for implementing floating solar technologies in Indonesia which can also inform global ocean-based solar energy developments.
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Hydrodynamic modeling of unstretched length variations in nonlinear catenary mooring systems for floating PV installations in small Indonesian Islands
(MDPI, 2025-06-01) Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Putranto, Teguh; Setyawan, Dony; Suastika, I Ketut; Sujiatanti, Septia Hardy; Satrio, Dendy; Hayati, Noorlaila; Huang, Luofeng
Floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems offer a promising renewable energy solution, particularly for coastal waters. This preliminary numerical study proposes a single-array pentamaran configuration designed to maximize panel installation and enhance stability by reducing rolling motion. The study investigates the effect of mooring length on the motion behavior of FPV systems and actual line tension using the Boundary Element Method (BEM) in both frequency and time domains under irregular wave conditions. The results demonstrate that the mooring system significantly reduces all horizontal motion displacements, with reductions exceeding 90%. Even with a reduction of up to 51% in the unstretched mooring length, from the original design (304.53 m) to the shortest alternative (154.53 m), the motion response shows minimal change. This is supported by RMSE values of only 0.01 m/m for surge, 0.02 m/m for sway, and 0.09 deg/m for yaw. In the time-domain response, the shortened mooring line demonstrates improved motion performance. This improvement comes with the consequence of stronger nonlinearity in restoring forces and stiffness, resulting in higher peak tensions of up to 15.79 kN. Despite this increase, all configurations remain within the allowable tension limit of 30.69 kN, indicating that the FPV’s system satisfies safety criteria.
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Managing the spread of COVID-19 pandemic in Indonesian sea transportation
(Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ITS, 2024-02-06) Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Setyawan, Dony; Riyadi, Soegeng ; Hetharia, Wolter R.; Thomas, G. A.; Ryan, C.; Rosa, A. G. L.; Huang, Luofeng
COVID-19 has been pandemic since the early 2020 and many efforts have been carried out worldwide. Among others, managing the spread of pandemic has been focused on air transportation since the mobility of people has been more actively using aeroplane hence the possibility of infecting people is much higher. Despite less intense, efforts to minimise the blow-out of COVID-19 in sea transportation have also been conducted. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) released guidance such pretravel information to crews and customers The types of guidance include the following items, namely pre-departure, social distancing, the use of masks, personal hygiene, environmental hygiene, and training. In the case of Indonesia, similar direction is introduced and implemented to cargo and passenger vessels. The current paper discusses the Indonesian regulation of managing COVID-19, which is based on IMO/WHO guidance, together with its implementation in the daily activities of people in sea transportation. A survey questionnaire is made out to collect the relevant information. The discussion covers the implementation of such guidance to Indonesian cargo and passenger vessels difficulties in applying the regulation on those ships and the related solutions.
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Motion characteristics of a modularized floating solar farm in waves
(American Institute of Physics (AIP), 2024-03-01) Wei, Yujia; Zou, Detai; Zhang, Deqing; Zhang, Chao; Ou, Binjian; Riyadi, Soegeng; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria ; Hetharia, Wolter R.; Wood, Tim; Huang, Luofeng
Modularized floating solar farms exhibit the potential to replace conventional steel-frame ones, effectively remedying hydroelastic issues of a very large floating structure through discrete modules with mechanical connections. However, the response of the discrete modules under cyclic wave loading has not been fully understood. This paper assesses the motion characteristics and expansibility of modularized floaters in waves, based on computational results from fluid–structural interaction simulations. A crucial factor, denoted as the ratio of frame length to wavelength 𝑅 = 𝐿𝑠/𝜆, is determined to predict the motions of a large floating solar system in head waves. Results indicate that the motion characteristics is predictable based on the R value. The empirical relationship between the R value and the motion of every unit in an array is analyzed. In particular, the results calculated from using the multiple-rigid-bodies method are also compared with those from using the single-large-hydroelastic-body method, and it was found that these two results are similar when R > 1. This similarity allows for predicting the multi-hinged bodies' behavior in waves through a simplified hydroelastic approach. Overall, this study reports insights that are useful for the design and optimization of modularized solar farms and can help address cyclic loading and motion concerns for long-term durability.
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Offshore COVID-19 risk assessment based on a fishing vessel
(Elsevier, 2023-07-20) Huang, Luofeng; Hetharia, Wolter R.; Grech La Rosa, Andrea; Tavakoli, Sasan; Khojasteh, Danial; Li, Minghao; Riyadi, Soegeng; Setyawan, Dony; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Thomas, Giles
Offshore crews often work near each other due to limited space, signifying a complex environment for the airborne transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19). During offshore operations, a fishing vessel can be subjected to miscellaneous airflow conditions and will respond dynamically to ocean waves. To understand the risk of COVID-19 contagion, this research establishes a new computational model to analyse the airborne transmission of COVID-19 and develops effective mitigation strategies where possible. The concentration and coverage of coronavirus are scrutinised, considering typical airflows and wave-induced vessel motions. Furthermore, the COVID-19 infection risk is quantified using a probability index. The results show that the overall infection risk of a ship in tailwind is lower than in head or beam wind. Structural motions are for the first time coupled with the virus transmission, and it was found that the vessel's oscillating movement in waves can reinforce the virus concentration in close proximity to the infected person and may help diffuse the virus outside the proximal region. The presented findings can inform the airborne contagion risks and corresponding hygienic measures for maritime and offshore operations, facilitating long-term human health in seas.i
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Simulation of a floating solar farm in waves with a novel sun-tracking system
(IOP Publishing, 2023-08-09) Wei, Yujia; Ou, Binjian; Wang, Junxian; Yang, Liang; Luo, Zhenhua; Jain, Sagar; Hetharia, Wolter R.; Riyadi, Soegeng; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Huang, Luofeng
The awareness of the energy and climate crisis has accelerated the development of renewable energy sources. Photovoltaic (PV) solar power plants harvest clean solar energy and convert it to electricity, which will be one of the most promising alternatives to the power industry in the context of a low-carbon society. Due to its low power density, the traditional deployment of PV systems on land or inland rivers requires much space. Therefore, industries are increasingly interested in expanding offshore Floating PhotoVoltaics (FPV) to oceans, where FPV has less influence on the marine environment and does not occupy precious space for land resources and human activities. This study performs a hydrodynamics-based structural response analysis for a novel FPV system in OpenFOAM. The wave-proof FPV platform is newly designed for this work, which integrated breakwater technologies to sustain the system's survivability in harsh ocean-wave environments. Firstly, the rational mooring types for FPVs installed close to the island are studied considering seabed effects. Subsequently, extensive parametric studies have been conducted to determine a rational design strategy for the mitigation of wave impact. Several potential effects of the proposed platforms on the hydrodynamics in a coastal sea are evaluated for the first time.
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A study into the correlation between single array-hull configurations and wave spectrum for floating solar photovoltaic systems
(Elsevier, 2024-11-15) Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Putranto, Teguh; Setyawan, Dony; Huang, Luofeng
Floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems offer a viable renewable energy solution due to easy installation and cost-effectiveness compared to other renewable energy generation methods. On the other hand, land-based solar photovoltaics face challenges such as space scarcity and environmental impacts. Shifting to nearshore locations unlocks vast ocean space potential, though waves expose significant challenges to FPV systems. Several novel FPV system designs are proposed, inspired by high-speed vessel multihulls, including catamaran, trimaran, quadrimaran, and pentamaran configurations, as floating supports for solar panels. Simulations were conducted to determine Response Amplitude Operators (RAOs) under various irregular wave spectrum conditions in a free-floating initial state. The FPV motion problem was solved using linear potential-flow theory with the Boundary Element Method (BEM) with Green-Function approach. Superposition of wave spectral energy and motion RAOs was used to obtain spectral structural responses. Motion in heave, roll, and pitch modes was evaluated across wave spectrum types. Results show that adding hulls reduces the significant amplitude response in all motion modes. In summary, valuable insights into floater designs and the hydrodynamic evaluation of FPV systems are presented.
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A study into the effect of Hull Configuration on the performance of floating solar PV structure
(Akademia Baru Publishing, 2024-11-30) Jifaturrohman, Mohammad Izzuddin; Utama, I Ketut Aria Pria; Putranto, Teguh; Setyawan, Dony; Huang, Luofeng
At present, energy transition is a reality in the journey towards achieving net zero emission. Among others, the development of floating solar photovoltaic (FPV) power plants is one of many possible renewable energy technologies that received considerable attention. One of the reasons for that is attributed to land acquisition which can lead to conflicts, whilst the use of sea is more flexible. Therefore, the development of floating solar PV situated at the near shore (later can be moved offshore) is promising particularly in order to withstand the harsh environment. The study aims to demonstrate such an innovative design of a floating structure and two types of hulls (monohull and twin-hull) are considered and focused on the seakeeping performance of the two bodies. BEM approach with Green-Function based on the 3-D diffraction panel method together with the use of the Joint North Sea Wave Project (JONSWAP) wave spectrum is carried out to accomplish the seakeeping characteristic. The final computational simulation results show that the twin-hull model has more advantages than the monohull design. The trend of the RAO pattern, response spectra, and significant response for heave and pitch motion represent only slight differences between the two proposed designs. However, substantial disparity emerges in roll motion, with the difference in response values in prevailing 0o -roll heading standing at 53%, 39%, 27%, and 18% for sea states 1 through 4, respectively. Moreover, in 45o wave heading (quartering sea) it demonstrates a slightly lower disparity compared to the 0o wave heading (following sea) through sea-state 1-4 standing for 50%, 37%, 24% and 16% respectively.

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