SWEDEN — The second Dragon Class tidal energy power plant, Dragon 4, has arrived at Minesto’s grid-connected site in Vestmanna, Faroe Islands.
The power plant commissioning has commenced, and it will greatly benefit from previous configuration testing executed with the first unit, the company said.
CEO Dr. Martin Edlund, “As we are now commissioning the second Dragon 4 unit, it’s with vital experience of cost-efficient onshore and offshore operations. In Vestmanna, we have created a flexible setup, where a small team can assemble and launch the kite in a few hours, practically in all tidal conditions. This operating methodology can be transferred to any location."
CTO Bernt Erik Westre added, “At first glance, the two Dragon 4 kites look identical, though a few upgrades have been implemented as part of the product development process. It’s only three months between the installation of these two units, and it is satisfying to note that this short period is sufficient time to assess, decide, install and test upgrades prior to delivery. This also underlines the fabrication friendliness of our technology."
09.08.2022
