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Old 08-09-2009, 05:10 PM
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Thumbs up Update on floating wind turbines

I posted an article on floating wind turbines a while ago
one is now in operation
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/business/8235456.stm
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Old 08-09-2009, 08:21 PM
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Impressive and an odd sight, floating out at sea.
Originally, I was skeptical of its longevity due to rough seas and corrosion.
I wish the project good luck and note that real testing would require some 5 years and more. Its only been out there a couple of months.

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Old 08-09-2009, 08:42 PM
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They have been building and running oil rigs in the North sea and also in some of the roughest waters in the world, so I guess they will have some idea as to what to expect
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