Posters
Come meet the poster presenters to ask them questions and discuss their work
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.
PO428: Observation-Based Assessment of Offshore and Coastal Wind Resources in Korea: Insights from Meteorological Masts and LiDAR in the West Sea and Southern Coast
Eva Plaza, Principal Consultant, OWC
Abstract
This study aims to provide foundational research data that analyze the effects of atmospheric stability on offshore and coastal wind resource characteristics in South Korea, contributing to more efficient and safe wind farm development. Using short/midlong-term observational data from three comprehensive meteorological devices (the HeMOSU-1 offshore mast in the West Sea, offshore lidar in the Southwest Sea and the Boseong onshore mast on the southern coast), the study compares and analyzes wind resource characteristics, such as stability indices, wind speed and direction, turbulence, and vertical wind profiles. Major atmospheric stability indices—Richardson number, wind shear coefficient, turbulence kinetic energy (TKE), and Monin–Obukhov length—were utilized to evaluate the distinct features of offshore and coastal wind resources. Through detailed analysis based on meteorological observations, the study reveals spatial and temporal variability in atmospheric stability, and its subsequent impacts on wind power prediction uncertainty, structural integrity, and wake loss for offshore wind farm projects. The research emphasizes the necessity of thorough atmospheric assessment, thus delivering vital reference data for future offshore wind energy research in Korea.
