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We would like to invite you to come and see the posters at our upcoming conference. The posters will showcase a diverse range of research topics, and will give delegates an opportunity to engage with the authors and learn more about their work. Whether you are a seasoned researcher or simply curious about the latest developments in your field, we believe that the posters will offer something of interest to everyone. So please join us at the conference and take advantage of this opportunity to learn and engage with your peers in industry and the academic community.
PO007: Digital HarshLab: an intelligent floating platform for predictive analytics in real offshore environments
German Perez, Head Of Offshore Renewables, Foundation Tecnalia
Abstract
Digital HarshLab is an intelligent monitoring and analytics platform that connects real-world offshore environments with digital decision-making tools. It is deployed on HarshLab, an advanced floating laboratory for real-sea testing of materials, components, and structural solutions in harsh offshore conditions. Moored at the BiMEP (Biscay Marine Energy Platform) test site, HarshLab is exposed to extreme marine environments (high wave motion, corrosion, humidity, and limited connectivity) offering a unique testbed for innovation. Digital HarshLab integrates a wide range of technologies: advanced sensor networks, distributed acquisition systems, physics-based modelling, and artificial intelligence. It provides continuous insight into the health and performance of critical offshore components such as mooring lines, mechanical connectors, and dynamic electrical cables. The system captures real-time data from metocean stations, GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Units), IMUs (Inertial Measurement Units), strain gauges, and acoustic inclinometers. These data streams are synchronized and processed via the KATEA platform, a secure, cloud-native infrastructure made up of three unique components: a supercomputing centre, a data lab, and a private cloud, enabling advanced data ingestion, governance, visualization, and analytics. A high-fidelity numerical model, developed in OrcaFlex and calibrated using real deployment data, simulates the dynamic behavior of the full system. Combined with live sensor data, it powers AI pipelines that predict component degradation and estimate Remaining Useful Life (RUL), enabling smarter, risk-informed decisions. Beyond its technological foundation, Digital HarshLab represents a new paradigm in offshore operations, bridging the gap between raw sensor data and actionable knowledge. It promotes collaboration, reproducibility, and scalability, setting a benchmark for digitalization in offshore renewable energy and contributing to safer, more efficient, and sustainable systems.
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