Research Article

Field Monitoring and Numerical Analysis of the Reinforced Concrete Foundation of a Large-Scale Wind Turbine

Table 3

Important time points of the construction and operation phases.

DayPhaseDescription

0ConstructionConstruct the foundation
35Backfill the foundation pit
68Install the tower
74Install the nacelle and rotor
86Complete the installation

103OperationStart the operation
117Operation case (hub wind speed = 12 m/s)
200Operation case (hub wind speed = 14 m/s)
...Continue the operation